President Donald Trump (left) speaks as Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu (right) waves upon leaving the West Wing of the White House in Washington. File image/AP
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Firstpost29-12-2025, 07:24

Global Agenda: Netanyahu Meets Trump, Iraq Parliament Convenes, Shah Visits Bengal

  • Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to meet US President Donald Trump to discuss Gaza's future and ceasefire stabilization.
  • Iraq's newly elected 329-member parliament holds its first session, with no single party holding a majority.
  • Union Home Minister Amit Shah begins a three-day visit to West Bengal ahead of 2026 assembly elections, addressing electoral roll changes.
  • Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) to burn central government effigies in Punjab, protesting MGNREGA overhaul and demanding reforms.
  • Indian Navy's INSV Kaundinya, a traditional stitched sailing vessel, embarks on its maiden overseas voyage from Porbandar to Muscat.

Why It Matters: A busy Monday sees critical diplomatic talks, new parliamentary sessions, political visits, protests, and a historic naval voyage.

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