Sergio Gor’s Kashmir remark is a diplomatic reality check for Pakistan and a reaffirmation that Washington continues to view India as a vital strategic partner.
US President Donald Trump heavily praised PM Narendra Modi, calling him a "beautiful-looking" yet "tough" leader who guarantees India a major global role.
India has dismissed the 2026 USCIRF report recommending "Country of Particular Concern" status as biased and selective. New Delhi countered the allegations by highlighting a rise in hate crimes, temple vandalism, and threats against the Indian diaspora within the United States.
Washington Post CEO Will Lewis has resigned immediately following the layoff of 300 employees, one-third of the staff. Amid financial losses and shrinking readership, CFO Jeff D'Onofrio takes over as acting CEO to stabilize the 147-year-old newspaper during its greatest internal crisis.