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Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei disfigured, may have lost leg: Report
Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is recovering from serious injuries sustained in an airstrike that killed his father and predecessor, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to a report by Reuters, which cited three people close to his inner circle.
US VP Vance leads Iran-Israel ceasefire talks in Pakistan
United States Vice President JD Vance has arrived in Islamabad, Pakistan, to lead high-stakes peace talks with Iran.
China preparing new air defense shipment to Iran: Report
United States intelligence reports suggest that China is preparing to send new air defense systems to Iran in the coming weeks.
Prince Harry sued for defamation by charity he co-founded
Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, is being sued for libel and slander by his former charity, Sentebale.
Iran loses track of mines it planted in Hormuz: Report
Iran is reportedly struggling to locate and remove naval mines it laid in the Strait of Hormuz, delaying safe passage through the vital waterway.
'No backup plan': Trump warns, as talks set to begin
United States President Donald Trump has warned that the country needs no backup plan if negotiations with Iran fail.
Molotov cocktail thrown at Sam Altman's home, suspect arrested
The San Francisco Police Department has arrested a suspect for allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home.
Iran's Ghalibaf flies with Minab victims' photos ahead of talks
A powerful image from inside a plane carrying Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf to Islamabad has set the emotional backdrop for high-stakes United States-Iran ceasefire talks.
US, Iran prepared for high-stakes peace talks in Pakistan today
After over six weeks of conflict, the United States and Iran are ready to hold peace talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, on Saturday.
Japan warns NZ of diplomatic fallout over 'comfort women' statue
The Japanese embassy in New Zealand has warned that a proposed statue in Auckland could strain diplomatic ties between the two countries.
Trump's 10% global tariff faces test in US trade court
A United States trade court is set to hear arguments on the legality of a 10% global import tax imposed by President Donald Trump.
White House staff warned against place bets on prediction markets
The White House issued a warning last month to its staff against using nonpublic information for betting on prediction markets.
Israel, Hezbollah exchange fire ahead of high-stakes US-Iran talks
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Hezbollah have intensified their conflict in southern Lebanon, despite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's announcement "to start direct negotiations with Lebanon as soon as possible."
Union minister Puri meets Qatar energy minister amid Israel-Iran conflict
Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri arrived in Doha on Friday for a two-day official visit.
Asim Munir forces Khawaja Asif to delete Israel post: Report
Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir intervened to delete a controversial social media post by Defence Minister Khawaja Asif.
Netanyahu's corruption trial to resume after Iran ceasefire
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's long-running corruption trial will resume on Sunday after Israel lifted a state of emergency imposed during its conflict with Iran.
Canadian MP sparks debate with 'MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+' acronym
Canadian Member of Parliament Leah Gazan recently sparked a debate with her use of the acronym MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+.
Iran denies sending officials to Pakistan for US talks
Iranian state media has rejected reports that senior officials, including Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Parliament Speaker Bager Ghalibaf, traveled to Pakistan for negotiations with the United States.
US birth rates have hit a record low
The United States has witnessed a significant decline in birth rates over the past few decades.
US Navy's $200 million drone goes missing over Hormuz
A United States Navy drone, an MQ-4C Triton, has reportedly gone missing over the Strait of Hormuz after declaring an in-flight emergency.
What are Iran's conditions for opening Hormuz
Iran will not allow more than 15 vessels per day to pass through the Strait of Hormuz under a two-week ceasefire with the United States, Russia's TASS news agency reported.
Islamabad placed under 2-day lockdown ahead of US-Iran talks
Islamabad has declared a two-day public holiday ahead of expected US-Iran talks to be held in the city.
Putin announces 32-hour ceasefire for Orthodox Easter
Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a 32-hour ceasefire for Orthodox Easter.
Pakistan minister tells Israel to 'burn in hell', Netanyahu responds
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has called Israel "evil" and a "curse for humanity" after it attacked Lebanon.
Melania Trump denies ties to Epstein, urges hearing for survivors
First Lady Melania Trump has denied any connection to Jeffrey Epstein and called for congressional hearings for survivors of his sex trafficking ring.
'They better stop...': Trump warns Iran over Hormuz tanker fees
United States President Donald Trump has warned Iran over reports of tolls being charged on oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
'Lebanon inseparable part of ceasefire': Iran warns ceasefire violators
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that Israeli attacks on Lebanon that have killed over 200 people violate the ceasefire agreement and make negotiations pointless.
Bangladesh FM raises Hasina's extradition request during meeting with Jaishankar
Bangladesh Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman met India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in New Delhi on Wednesday.
Prince Harry was 'reluctant' to leave royals, new book claims
Prince Harry was "reluctant" to leave the royal family but had no choice after his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, issued a blunt ultimatum.
Israeli military claims Hezbollah chief's secretary killed in Beirut airstrike
The Israeli military has claimed that the personal secretary of Hezbollah secretary-general Naim Qassem was killed in an airstrike in Beirut, Lebanon, on Wednesday.
US pushed Pakistan for temporary ceasefire with Iran, report claims
The United States pushed Pakistan to mediate a temporary ceasefire with Iran, concerned about rising oil prices, the Financial Times reported.
Israel questions Pakistan's credibility as mediator in US-Iran talks
Israel's Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, has expressed skepticism over Pakistan's role as a mediator in the ongoing ceasefire negotiations between Iran and the United States.
Iran's ceasefire proposal 'probably written by ChatGPT': JD Vance
United States Vice President JD Vance has claimed that Iran submitted three versions of its 10-point proposals, one of which he said was "probably written by ChatGPT."
US military will stay around Tehran until 'real agreement': Trump
United States President Donald Trump has threatened to escalate military action against Iran if a real agreement is not fully complied with.
$170M Polymarket bets placed hours before US-Iran ceasefire
Hours before United States President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between the US and Iran, over $170 million was bet on the event on the prediction market platform Polymarket.
Iran issues new map to guide ships around Hormuz mines
Iran has released new navigational maps for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz to help them avoid potential threats from sea mines.
Trump administration mulls NATO withdrawal after Iran war
The United States President Donald Trump is reportedly mulling a possible withdrawal from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).
Iran closes Hormuz after Israeli attacks on Lebanon kill 200+
Iran has once again closed the Strait of Hormuz, blocking oil tankers from transiting the waterway after Israeli strikes hit several commercial and residential areas in central Beirut, killing hundreds, Fars News reported on Wednesday.
Pete Hegseth claims Iran 'begged' for ceasefire deal
United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has claimed that Iran "begged" for a ceasefire deal ahead of a deadline set by President Donald Trump.
'No tolls on ships crossing Hormuz': Oman contradicts Iran's demand
Oman has rejected Iran's proposal to impose transit fees on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian attacks continue in Gulf despite ceasefire announcement with US
Despite a ceasefire announcement between the United States and Iran, the Gulf region continues to face fresh attacks.
Mexico being used as 'garbage sink' by US: UN expert
The United States is allegedly using Mexico as a "garbage sink," exposing its communities to toxic pollution, according to a United Nations expert.
Iran's Farsi ceasefire plan mentions 'nuclear enrichment;' English version doesn't
Iran's 10-point ceasefire proposal has a major difference between its Farsi and English versions.
Queen Elizabeth wanted to create memories with Harry, Meghan's children
In her last summer in 2022, Queen Elizabeth II had a special wish for her great-grandchildren.
North Korea fires several ballistic missiles, escalates tensions
North Korea launched several ballistic missiles on Wednesday morning, South Korea's military reported.
India welcomes US-Iran ceasefire; calls for 'unimpeded' navigation in Hormuz
India has welcomed the United States-Iran ceasefire agreement, calling for "unimpeded freedom of navigation" through the Strait of Hormuz.
Why Bill Gates will testify before US Congress in June
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates will testify before the United States Congress in June as part of an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.
Inside the negotiations that led to US-Iran truce deal
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei instructed his negotiators to move toward a deal, an Israeli official, a regional official and a third source with knowledge on the matter told Axios.
India issues new advisory for citizens in Iran
The Indian embassy in Iran has issued a new advisory, urging its nationals to leave the war-torn country as soon as possible.
Pakistan PM accused of copy-pasting US's message on Iran war
An error in a social media post by Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has revealed a potentially embarrassing truth about the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran.