“Lots of bombs” warning as Trump raises stakes on Iran talks

“Lots of bombs” warning as Trump raises stakes on Iran talks

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned of a sharp escalation in the Iran conflict, saying “lots of bombs start going off” if the fragile ceasefire collapses without a breakthrough in negotiations. His remarks come at a critical moment as diplomatic efforts struggle to

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Trump says Hormuz open but Iran blockade persists amid fragile ceasefire

Trump says Hormuz open but Iran blockade persists amid fragile ceasefire

The Strait of Hormuz has been declared open for commercial shipping during a fragile ceasefire in the Middle East, offering temporary relief to global markets even as underlying tensions remain unresolved. While Iran announced that vessels can pass freely through the critical waterway,

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Netanyahu warns of possible Iran war resumption as US pushes for fresh talks

Netanyahu warns of possible Iran war resumption as US pushes for fresh talks

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israel is prepared for a possible resumption of war with Iran, even as the United States signals optimism about a new round of diplomatic talks aimed at de-escalating the crisis. In a video statement, Netanyahu emphasized

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US Navy warns ships against breaching Iran blockade as enforcement intensifies

US Navy warns ships against breaching Iran blockade as enforcement intensifies

The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has issued a stark warning to vessels in the region, cautioning against attempts to breach the ongoing US naval blockade targeting Iran’s ports and coastal areas. In an audio message broadcast to ships operating in key waterways,

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Asim Munir arrives in Iran with US peace proposal after talks collapse in Islamabad

Asim Munir arrives in Iran with US peace proposal after talks collapse in Islamabad

Asim Munir has arrived in Iran carrying a peace proposal backed by Donald Trump, as efforts intensify to revive negotiations following the collapse of US-Iran talks in Islamabad. Munir, accompanied by senior officials including Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, was received in Tehran by

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Iran warns of ‘dangerous consequences’ over US actions in Persian Gulf and Hormuz Strait

Iran warns of ‘dangerous consequences’ over US actions in Persian Gulf and Hormuz Strait

Iran has warned of “dangerous consequences” from recent United States actions targeting the Persian Gulf and the strategic Strait of Hormuz, signaling rising tensions in an already volatile region. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi issued the warning during a phone conversation with Chinese

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US ends oil waivers, India faces fresh energy strategy challenge amid global supply strain

US ends oil waivers, India faces fresh energy strategy challenge amid global supply strain

The United States’ decision to end temporary waivers allowing the sale of Russian and Iranian oil already at sea is set to reshape global energy dynamics, with India among the countries most affected. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that Washington will not

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Iranian embassy slams Trump for calling Pope Leo XIV ‘weak’

Iranian embassy slams Trump for calling Pope Leo XIV ‘weak’

The Iranian Embassy in Ghana has strongly criticised US President Donald Trump after he described Pope Leo XIV as “weak,” escalating tensions between Washington, Tehran, and the Vatican amid an already volatile geopolitical climate. The embassy’s remarks came in response to Trump’s public

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Trump says Iran will never get nuclear weapon, confirms naval blockade

Trump says Iran will never get nuclear weapon, confirms naval blockade

US President Donald Trump has declared that Iran “will never have a nuclear weapon,” while confirming that a US naval blockade is now underway, marking a significant escalation in pressure on Tehran amid stalled negotiations. Speaking during an unscheduled interaction with reporters outside

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Iranian embassy slams Trump for calling Pope Leo XIV ‘weak’

Iranian embassy slams Trump for calling Pope Leo XIV ‘weak’

The Iran Embassy in Ghana has sharply criticized US President Donald Trump after he described Pope Leo XIV as “weak,” escalating an already tense public exchange linked to the ongoing Middle East crisis. In a strongly worded post on social media, the embassy

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India and France deepen strategic ties at foreign office consultations in Paris

India and France deepen strategic ties at foreign office consultations in Paris

Vikram Misri co-chaired the India–France Foreign Office Consultations in Paris with Martin Briens, signaling a continued push to expand bilateral cooperation across key strategic sectors. According to India’s Ministry of External Affairs, the discussions covered a wide spectrum of areas including defence, civil

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Trump backs final offer after US-Iran talks collapse

Trump backs final offer after US-Iran talks collapse

US President Donald Trump has endorsed what officials describe as a “final and best offer” to Iran after high-stakes nuclear negotiations in Islamabad ended without agreement, marking a significant setback in efforts to revive diplomatic engagement between the two sides. Vice President JD

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No deal in US-Iran talks after marathon negotiations, says JD Vance

No deal in US-Iran talks after marathon negotiations, says JD Vance

US Vice President J. D. Vance said that high-level negotiations between the United States and Iran ended without an agreement after more than 20 hours of talks in Islamabad, marking a significant setback in diplomatic efforts. “We have been at it now for

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Pakistan as peace broker? a dangerous geopolitical paradox

Pakistan as peace broker? a dangerous geopolitical paradox

At a moment when global diplomacy is under intense strain, the optics of Pakistan positioning itself as a facilitator of peace talks are both striking and deeply contentious. For many observers, the contradiction is difficult to ignore: a country long associated with allegations

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Melania Trump denies Epstein link, calls for end to ‘lies’

Melania Trump denies Epstein link, calls for end to ‘lies’

Melania Trump has firmly denied any connection to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, calling recent claims “lies” and urging an end to speculation linking her to the case. In an unusual public address from the White House, Melania Trump said she had no relationship

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Trump warned NATO exit would be illegal, says Indian-American lawmaker

Trump warned NATO exit would be illegal, says Indian-American lawmaker

An Indian-American Congressman has warned Donald Trump that any attempt to withdraw the United States from NATO without congressional approval would be illegal and could severely undermine national security. In a strongly worded letter, Raja Krishnamoorthi expressed “deep concern” following Trump’s recent remarks

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Over 13,000 strikes carried out in Iran war; 13 US troops killed, Pentagon says

Over 13,000 strikes carried out in Iran war; 13 US troops killed, Pentagon says

The United States carried out more than 13,000 strikes during its military campaign against Iran under Operation Epic Fury, the Pentagon said, confirming that 13 American service members were killed during the conflict. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Air Force General

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India urges citizens to leave Iran despite US-Iran ceasefire announcement

India urges citizens to leave Iran despite US-Iran ceasefire announcement

India has issued a fresh advisory urging its nationals in Iran to leave the country “expeditiously,” even as a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran offers a temporary pause in hostilities. In a statement released on Wednesday, the Indian Embassy in

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Iran ‘begged for ceasefire,’ US says after strikes left military ‘combat ineffective’

Iran ‘begged for ceasefire,’ US says after strikes left military ‘combat ineffective’

The United States has claimed that Iran was forced into accepting a ceasefire after suffering massive military losses in a sustained campaign of strikes, with officials describing Tehran’s forces as “combat ineffective” for years to come. U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said

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US and Iran agree to two-week ceasefire tied to Strait of Hormuz reopening

US and Iran agree to two-week ceasefire tied to Strait of Hormuz reopening

The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire in a dramatic last-minute breakthrough, just hours before a deadline set by U.S. President Donald Trump linked to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The agreement, announced late Tuesday, followed intense

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