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Iran's Ghalibaf, Araghchi removed from Israel's hit list: Report
In a surprising turn of events, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Parliamentary Speaker Mohammad Ghalibaf have been taken off Israel's hit list, according to a Pakistani source cited by Reuters.
Iran readies 1 million fighters for possible US ground invasion
Iran has reportedly mobilized over one million troops in anticipation of a possible United States ground invasion.
Nepali rapper-turned-politician Balen takes oath as country's new PM
Balendra Shah, popularly known as Balen, was sworn in as the 47th Prime Minister of Nepal on Friday.
Nepal's Balen releases rap song calling for unity
Nepal's rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah, popularly known as Balen, has released a rap song calling for unity in his first post-election message.
'Bad start': Trump on reports of Mojtaba Khamenei being gay
United States President Donald Trump has confirmed reports that United States intelligence officials briefed him about the sexual orientation of Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei.
Trump considers deploying 10,000 more troops to West Asia
United States President Donald Trump is reportedly mulling over the deployment of an additional 10,000 troops to West Asia.
US-Israeli attacks kill 6 in Iran's Qom
At least six people were killed in a series of United States-Israel attacks on multiple locations in Iran's Qom city, Iranian media reported.
Trump's signature to appear on paper currency in a first
In a historic first, the United States Treasury Department has decided to put President Donald Trump's signature on all new paper currency, calling it "well-deserved."
'They gave me ships': Trump on Iran's deadline extension
United States President Donald Trump has extended the deadline for Iran to reach a deal with Washington.
Trump extends Iran strike deadline amid 'negotiation' signals
United States President Donald Trump has extended the deadline for potential strikes on Iran's energy assets to April 6, 2026.
Trump tells Iran to 'get serious' before 'it's too late'
United States President Donald Trump has intensified his rhetoric against Iran, claiming that its negotiators are "begging" for a deal.
COVID-19 strain that has undergone 70-75 mutations spreading in US
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported the emergence of a new COVID-19 variant, SARS-CoV-2 BA.3.2, in the United States.
Trump to meet Xi Jinping in May
United States President Donald Trump has announced a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in May.
IRGC Navy chief, responsible for Hormuz chokehold, killed
Israel has claimed that the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, Alireza Tangsiri, has been killed in a strike in Bandar Abbas, adjacent to the Strait of Hormuz.
US troops working remotely as Iranian attacks leave bases 'uninhabitable'
Iran's repeated missile and drone strikes on American military bases in the Middle East have left installations "largely uninhabitable," The New York Times reported.
Tanker carrying Russian oil hit in underwater attack: Turkey
A Turkish-operated oil tanker was reportedly attacked in the Black Sea on Thursday.
Iran now threatens to block 4th largest shipping route
Iran has warned it may block the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a strategic maritime chokepoint near Yemen, if attacks on Iranian territories or islands continue.
'Don't send your children to hell': Iran warns US
Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has issued a stern warning to the United States and Israel against a possible ground operation on Iranian soil.
Iran rejects US ceasefire proposal, lays out 5 conditions
Iran has rejected a ceasefire proposal from the United States and laid out five conditions of its own.
Iran wanted to make me Supreme leader, I refused: Trump
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran's leadership had informally proposed making him their next Supreme Leader, which he declined.
US fact-checks Iran's claim it 'successfully targeted' American F-18 jet
Iran has claimed to have "successfully targeted" a United States F-18 fighter jet in mid-air, releasing a video that allegedly shows the incident.
India, 4 other nations won't face blockade in Hormuz: Iran
Iran has announced that it will not block vessels from five friendly nations, including India, in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran fires missiles at USS Abraham Lincoln
Iranian state media reported that the country's army has launched a missile attack on the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier.
Iran turns back Karachi-bound ship from Strait of Hormuz
Iran has reportedly turned back a Karachi-bound vessel, the Selen, from the Strait of Hormuz for not adhering to legal protocols.
'Are you negotiating with yourselves?': Iran military mocks Trump
The spokesperson of the Iranian military's Khatam Al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, Lt. Col. Ebrahim Zolfaghari, has taken a jibe at United States President Donald Trump after he claimed that negotiations with Iran were ongoing.
Russia fires nearly 1,000 drones at Ukraine in single day
Russia has launched one of its largest drone attacks on Ukraine, firing nearly 1,000 drones in a single day.
Trump shares Sharif's post offering mediation role on Iran war
United States President Donald Trump has shared a post by Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, suggesting Islamabad could mediate talks between the US and Iran.
Saudi prince privately urges Trump 'to continue operations against Iran'
United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday praised Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman (MBS) after a report claimed that the crown prince is "pushing" for more war in Iran.
Trump sends Iran 15-point peace plan to end war
The United States has proposed a 15-point peace plan to end hostilities with Iran, with President Donald Trump announcing that Iran has agreed to a key part of the framework: no nuclear weapons.
Iran says 'non-hostile' ships can pass safely through Hormuz
Iran has announced that "non-hostile" vessels can now transit the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for global oil and gas supplies.
Drone attack sets Kuwait airport fuel tank on fire
Kuwait International Airport was hit by a drone attack on Wednesday, which caused a fire in one of its fuel tanks.
Trump claims Iran gave him 'present' related to Hormuz
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran has given the US a "present" related to oil, gas, and the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump speaks to Modi, discusses Middle East conflict
United States President Donald Trump spoke with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday about the ongoing situation in the Middle East.
Iran names ex-IRGC commander to replace slain security chief Larijani
Iran has appointed Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr as the new secretary of its Supreme National Security Council.
Rights watch claims Iran deliberately attacked civilian ships in Hormuz
A Human Rights Watch (HRW) report has accused Iranian forces of intentionally targeting at least two civilian commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz on March 11.
'Judges sold their souls': Imran Khan slams wife's 'inhumane' treatment
Former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, has accused the judiciary of allowing his wife, Bushra Bibi, to be mistreated in prison.
China mapping ocean floors for potential submarine warfare against US
China is conducting extensive undersea mapping and monitoring operations across the Pacific, Indian, and Arctic oceans.
Hong Kong cops can now demand phone, computer passwords
Hong Kong has amended its national security law to empower police to demand passwords for mobile phones and computers from people suspected of breaching the city's national security law.
Mojtaba Khamenei ready to negotiate with US? What we know
Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is reportedly willing to negotiate with the United States, according to a report by Arab News.
'Everyone's exhausted': Meghan Markle, Prince Harry's neighbors avoiding them?
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly facing a chilly reception from their neighbors in Montecito, California.
AWS confirms service disruption in Bahrain due to drone activity
Amazon has confirmed that its Amazon Web Services (AWS) in the Bahrain region has been "disrupted" due to drone activity.
Munir speaks to Trump to play 'lead mediator' on Iran
Pakistan is reportedly trying to mediate an end to the ongoing conflict between the United States and Israel against Iran.
How a Trump-Netanyahu call sealed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei's fate
A recent report has revealed that United States President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed a possible military operation against Iran.
Trump says he and 'Ayatollah' might jointly control Hormuz
United States President Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of jointly controlling the Strait of Hormuz with Iran.
Massive explosion rocks Valero oil refinery in Texas
A massive explosion rocked the Valero oil refinery in Port Arthur, Texas, on Monday. The blast sent thick plumes of smoke into the sky and shook nearby homes.