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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.
Know about Iran's 10-point proposal at center of US truce
The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, brokered by Pakistan, to pave the way for high-stakes negotiations in Islamabad.
Israel welcomes Iran ceasefire plan but says Lebanon not included
Israel has backed the United States's decision to suspend strikes on Iran for two weeks.
Iran-Oman can levy Hormuz transit fee under 2-week ceasefire plan
A two-week ceasefire agreement between Iran and Oman reportedly has a clause allowing both countries to impose transit fees on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
'Not end of war': Mojtaba after ceasefire deal with US
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has ordered the country's military to cease fire as a two-week ceasefire deal with the United States comes into effect.
US, Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire
United States President Donald Trump has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran.
US-Iran war effect: How governments worldwide are tackling fuel crisis
The ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran has sent shockwaves through global energy markets.
'Whole civilization will die tonight': Trump's fresh warning to Iran
United States President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, suggesting that the entire civilization could be wiped out by the end of the day.
Israeli reporter responsible for revealing information about missing F-15 airman?
Israeli journalist Amit Segal has publicly identified himself as the first to report on the second missing American airman from a downed F-15 fighter jet in Iran.
US, Israel bomb Iran's Kharg Island ahead of Hormuz deadline
The United States and Israel have launched heavy airstrikes on Kharg Island, a key military and energy hub in the Persian Gulf.
Shooting near Israeli consulate in Istanbul; 1 killed, 2 'neutralized'
An attacker has been killed in a gunfire incident near the building housing the Israeli consulate in Istanbul.
'Don't use trains for next 12 hours': Israel warns Iranians
The Israeli military has issued an urgent warning to civilians in Iran, asking them to avoid trains and railway lines for the next 12 hours.
What's inside Iran's 10-point counteroffer peace plan to US
Iran has rejected a United States-backed ceasefire proposal and put forth its own 10-point peace plan, Iranian state news agency IRNA reported.
UN Security Council to vote on Iran's Hormuz blockade today
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) will vote on a resolution concerning the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday.
Iran's Supreme Leader 'unconscious,' not involved in decision-making: Report
Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's newly appointed Supreme Leader, is reportedly unconscious and receiving treatment at a hospital in Qom.
Trump outlines 4-hour attack plan if Iran deal isn't reached
United States President Donald Trump has held firm to his threat to launch massive attacks on critical infrastructure in Iran if it doesn't reach a peace deal by 8:00pm ET Tuesday.
Bangladesh's 1st female Speaker arrested
Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury, who served as the first female speaker of the Bangladesh Jatiya Sangsad (House of the Nation), was arrested by the Detective Branch (DB) of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police on Tuesday.
Iran plans human chains around power plants after Trump's threat
Iran has called on its youth to form human chains around key power plants on Tuesday.
Iran rejects temporary ceasefire proposal, compiles own set of demands
Iran has rejected a proposal for a temporary ceasefire in exchange for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran conflict disrupts fertilizer supplies, triggering food crisis in Asia
The ongoing conflict in Iran has disrupted fertilizer shipments through the vital Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of a global food crisis.
Why UAE arrested flight attendant for sharing drone strike photo
A 25-year-old British flight attendant was arrested in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) after he shared a photo of a drone strike near Dubai International Airport on WhatsApp.
Iran, US receive framework to end hostilities, immediate ceasefire
Iran and the United States have received a proposal to end hostilities and potentially reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a source aware of the proposals told Reuters.
IRGC intelligence chief Majid Khademi killed in airstrike
Major General Majid Khademi, the head of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) intelligence organization, has been killed in an airstrike.
US: Secret Service probing reports of gunfire near White House
The United States Secret Service is probing reports of gunfire near the White House.
North Korea's new carbon fiber ICBMs can carry multiple warheads
North Korea is working on a new type of intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) that will be made with carbon fiber.
Iran warns of 'devastating' retaliation if civilian targets hit
Iran has warned the United States of "much more devastating" retaliation if civilian targets are attacked.
'Lost the keys': Iranian embassy mocks Trump's Hormuz threat
The Iranian Embassy in Zimbabwe has taken a dig at United States President Donald Trump after his threats to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
US-Israel airstrikes hit Tehran, damage university linked to military: Report
Early Monday, United States-Israel airstrikes targeted Tehran, damaging the Sharif University of Technology and causing gas outages in parts of the city. The attack also impacted a nearby natural gas distribution site.
Measles outbreak in Bangladesh: 130 children dead, emergency vaccination launched
Bangladesh is facing a major public health crisis as a suspected measles outbreak has killed at least 130 children in the last six weeks.
6 children killed in US-Israeli attacks on Tehran
Four girls and two boys below the age of 10 were killed in US-Israeli attacks on the province of Tehran overnight, Iranian media reported.
US-Iran mediators make final push for 45-day ceasefire
The United States, Iran, and regional mediators are in talks for a possible 45-day ceasefire that could pave the way for a permanent resolution to the ongoing conflict, Axios reported, citing sources with knowledge of the talks.
Pakistan proposes 2-phase ceasefire to halt US-Iran conflict: Report
In a last-ditch effort to prevent further escalation of the US-Iran conflict, mediators, including Pakistan, have proposed a two-phase ceasefire plan.
'Blowing up everything': Trump to Iran if it misses deadline
United States President Donald Trump has threatened to blow up the entire Iran unless a peace deal is reached with Washington before his new Tuesday deadline.
'God is good': US pilot's message sparked Iran alarm
A three-word radio message from a stranded F-15 fighter jet crew member in Iran initially raised alarms in the United States military.
Trump extends Iran deadline for Hormuz reopening, warns of consequences
United States President Donald Trump extended the deadline for Iran to negotiate the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz by 24 hours on Sunday.
'Open the f*cking strait': Trump threatens Iran
United States President Donald Trump has issued a profanity-laced message on social media, demanding that Iran open the Strait of Hormuz.
'Which lie should Americans believe?': Iran mocks Trump over rescue
Iran has taken a jibe at United States President Donald Trump after he announced the successful rescue of a crew member.