Trump calls for unconditional surrender as condition for Iran deal

Trump calls for unconditional surrender as condition for Iran deal

US President Donald Trump has ruled out the possibility of reaching an agreement with Iran unless the country accepts what he described as “unconditional surrender,” signaling a hardline approach toward Tehran amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. In a message posted on

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24,000 Americans leave Middle East amid rising regional tensions

24,000 Americans leave Middle East amid rising regional tensions

Nearly 24,000 American citizens have returned to the United States from the Middle East since late February as regional tensions continue to escalate, according to the U.S. State Department. Officials said the evacuations reflect Washington’s ongoing efforts to assist American citizens seeking to

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India advises nationals in UAE to stay vigilant amid security situation

India advises nationals in UAE to stay vigilant amid security situation

The Embassy of India, Abu Dhabi on Thursday issued a fresh advisory urging Indian nationals in the United Arab Emirates to remain vigilant, stay calm, and strictly follow safety instructions issued by local authorities amid the evolving regional security situation. In its advisory,

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US policy uncertainty pushes India to diversify global partnerships: Foreign Affairs

US policy uncertainty pushes India to diversify global partnerships: Foreign Affairs

Policy uncertainty under US President Donald Trump has prompted India to reassess its strategic and economic alignment with Washington and expand engagement with alternative global partners, according to an analysis published in Foreign Affairs. The article argues that New Delhi had initially expected

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Jaishankar, US Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau discuss defense, trade at Raisina Dialogue

Jaishankar, US Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau discuss defense, trade at Raisina Dialogue

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau on the sidelines of the Raisina Dialogue 2026 in New Delhi on Thursday, underscoring continued momentum in India–US strategic ties. Landau is visiting India from March 3 to 6 to

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Gulf states intercept Iranian missiles and drones as conflict widens: Pentagon

Gulf states intercept Iranian missiles and drones as conflict widens: Pentagon

Several Gulf nations have actively joined defensive operations against Iranian missile and drone attacks, intercepting aerial threats targeting cities and critical infrastructure, senior US military officials said Tuesday. Speaking at a Pentagon briefing, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen.

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US kills Iran plot leader targeting Trump; Pakistani suspect faces trial in New York

US kills Iran plot leader targeting Trump; Pakistani suspect faces trial in New York

US War Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Wednesday that American forces have killed the alleged leader of an Iranian unit accused of plotting to assassinate President Donald Trump, as a Pakistani national stands trial in New York over a related scheme. Speaking at a

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US tightens travel warnings across Gulf and Pakistan

US tightens travel warnings across Gulf and Pakistan

The United States has ordered the departure of non-emergency government personnel and their family members from multiple countries in the Middle East and Pakistan, while raising or reaffirming travel advisories across the region amid escalating tensions with Iran. The US State Department upgraded

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A United States Navy submarine torpedoed and sank an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean

A United States Navy submarine torpedoed and sank an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean

A United States Navy submarine torpedoed and sank an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed Wednesday, describing the strike as a demonstration of America’s global military reach amid escalating conflict with Tehran. Speaking at a Pentagon news

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War with Iran strains US-UK ties as Starmer and Trump clash over strikes

War with Iran strains US-UK ties as Starmer and Trump clash over strikes

The conflict with Iran has exposed fresh strains in the trans-Atlantic alliance, as US President Donald Trump publicly criticized British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for declining to join American and Israeli offensive strikes. Speaking at the White House, Trump rebuked Britain’s initial refusal

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India must anticipate risk of persistent American interference: Report

India must anticipate risk of persistent American interference: Report

India should prepare for the possibility of sustained American interference in its domestic affairs as global power dynamics shift, according to a report published by the New Delhi-based Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF). The report argues that recent developments in the Middle East demonstrate

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Trump signals US ready for prolonged war, says Iran military ‘knocked out’

Trump signals US ready for prolonged war, says Iran military ‘knocked out’

US President Donald Trump indicated that Washington is prepared for a prolonged military conflict, asserting that American munition stockpiles remain robust even as he claimed Iran’s naval and air capabilities have been largely destroyed. In a post on Truth Social on Tuesday, Trump

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US issues ‘Depart Now’ advisory for Americans across Middle East

US issues ‘Depart Now’ advisory for Americans across Middle East

The US Department of State has issued an urgent security advisory directing American citizens to “DEPART NOW” from more than a dozen Middle Eastern countries amid escalating regional tensions following US-Israeli strikes on Iran. The advisory, released on March 2, 2026, warns of

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J&K Students Association urges PM Modi, EAM to relocate Indian students from Iran

J&K Students Association urges PM Modi, EAM to relocate Indian students from Iran

The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Monday appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to urgently intervene and relocate Indian students from Iran to safer locations amid escalating regional tensions. JKSA National Convenor Nasir Khuehami said

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Trump eyes ‘Venezuela’ model for Iran as military campaign could last weeks

Trump eyes ‘Venezuela’ model for Iran as military campaign could last weeks

US President Donald Trump said the United States could sustain military operations against Iran for “four to five weeks” if necessary and suggested that a “Venezuela” model of political transition might shape Tehran’s future after the conflict. In a telephone interview with The

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Trump threatens Iran with ‘force never seen before’ amid escalation

Trump threatens Iran with ‘force never seen before’ amid escalation

US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, saying the United States would respond with a “force never seen before” if Tehran escalates military retaliation following the reported killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In a public statement, Trump

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US and Israel launch major strikes on Iran as Trump urges regime change

US and Israel launch major strikes on Iran as Trump urges regime change

The United States and Israel launched coordinated military strikes on Iran on Saturday, marking a dramatic escalation in regional tensions and opening a new phase of direct confrontation. President Donald Trump described the operation as “major combat operations,” urging the Iranian public to

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Amid Taliban escalation, Pakistan invokes India narrative to deflect from internal strains

Amid Taliban escalation, Pakistan invokes India narrative to deflect from internal strains

As tensions flare between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban, Islamabad has escalated military action across the border, placing a fragile Qatar-mediated ceasefire under severe strain. After Afghanistan claimed it launched retaliatory strikes along the shared frontier, Pakistani forces reportedly carried out airstrikes targeting

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Canadian PM Mark Carney begins first official visit to India

Canadian PM Mark Carney begins first official visit to India

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney arrived in Mumbai on Friday, marking his first official visit to India and signalling renewed momentum in India–Canada relations. He was accompanied by his wife, Diana Fox Carney, and received at the airport by Maharashtra’s Minister of Protocol

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Missing Epstein files? DOJ faces cover-up claims over Trump-linked allegation

Missing Epstein files? DOJ faces cover-up claims over Trump-linked allegation

In a fresh political firestorm, Democrats have accused the administration of US President Donald Trump of withholding key documents from the much-publicised “Epstein Files” release — including FBI interview records tied to a woman who alleged she was sexually abused as a minor.

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