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Why reopening Hormuz won't immediately ease oil supply woes
The recent US-Iran agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is a welcome development for global energy markets.
On camera: Yemen's 'Spider-Man' dies after falling into volcanic crater
A 30-year-old Yemeni adventurer, Al-Qaqa Ibn Antar, popularly known as the "Spider-Man of Yemen," died after falling into a volcanic crater.
PM Modi arrives in Slovakia on historic visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Bratislava, Slovakia, on a historic visit. This is the first time an Indian prime minister has visited the Central European country since its independence in 1993.
US warned '60 times' before strike killed 3 Indian sailors
The Palau-flagged vessel, which was attacked by the US Navy in the Gulf of Oman last week, reportedly ignored over 60 verbal warnings and other displays of force before its engine room was fired upon, killing three Indian sailors.
Macron shares Modi's France tour video with 'Dhurandhar' track
French President Emmanuel Macron added a Bollywood twist to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Nice on Sunday.
'Difficult guy': Trump criticizes Netanyahu, says he should be thankful
United States President Donald Trump has publicly criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling him "He's a very difficult guy."
US-Iran reach agreement but at odds over $12B frozen assets
The United States and Iran have agreed to a framework to extend their ceasefire for 60 days, with a formal signing ceremony expected on Friday in Switzerland.
Missouri: Plane crash during skydiving trip kills 12
A tragic plane crash near Butler Memorial Airport in Missouri on Sunday left all 12 people aboard dead.
US-Iran peace deal: What it's all about
The United States and Iran have reached a peace deal to end military actions on all fronts. The agreement was first announced by Pakistan, the mediator in the talks. It has been confirmed by both Washington and Tehran.
Trump announces US-Iran peace deal, opening of Strait of Hormuz
United States President Donald Trump has announced a peace deal with Iran.
Oman: India-flagged ship sinks, US Navy aircraft rescues crew members
The India-flagged mechanized sailing vessel (MSV) Virat 1 sank off the coast of Oman on Sunday after suffering an engine failure.
US-Iran draft deal under negotiation: How it affects both countries?
Iran and the United States are currently negotiating a draft memorandum of understanding (MoU).
Israel strikes Beirut suburbs as US-Iran deal inches closer
The Israeli military has launched strikes on the suburbs of Beirut, targeting Hezbollah infrastructure. The move comes as efforts to negotiate an end to the ongoing United States-Iran war continue.
India, France can tackle global challenges together: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the Bharat Innovates event in Nice, France. He spoke about India and France's joint efforts to tackle global challenges.
UK intercepts Russian oil tanker in English Channel
British forces have successfully intercepted a Russian "shadow fleet" oil tanker in the English Channel.
Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center after court order
The John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC, has removed President Donald Trump's name from its facade.
Indian-origin man fatally stabbed in London; probe launched
A 26-year-old Indian-origin man, Gurbhej Singh, was fatally stabbed in Southall, West London.
'Violations will not be tolerated': Rubio responds to India's protest
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has defended the US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, following a protest from Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.
Trump to meet Modi on sidelines of G7 summit
United States President Donald Trump will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the G7 Summit in France next week, senior White House officials confirmed on Saturday.
US-Iran deal to be signed today, says Trump; Iran disputes
United States President Donald Trump has announced that a peace deal with Iran will be signed on Sunday. The deal, if finalized, would end months of conflict and reopen the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.
India fact-checks reports of 4th Indian-crewed ship hit near Hormuz
Reports of an attack on the Liaki Freedom, a ship with Indian crew members off Oman's coast, emerged on Saturday morning after the vessel stopped responding.
'That was the intention': Finland backs India's Russian oil purchases
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen has defended India's purchase of Russian oil, saying it was in line with the Western-imposed oil price cap.
Venezuelan Tren de Aragua leader killed in US strike: Trump
United States President Donald Trump has confirmed the death of Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, known as Nino Guerrrero, the leader of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua.
'Totally unacceptable': Trump blames Iran for attack on Indian ships
United States President Donald Trump has accused Iran of a failed drone attack on Indian ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
US-Iran 'never been closer' to deal: Iran's Abbas Araghchi
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that the United States and Iran have "never been closer" to a deal on ending the Middle East conflict.
Iran reveals details of 14-point draft memorandum with US
Iranian media has released details of a 14-point draft memorandum of understanding between Tehran and Washington.
Global HIV infections, AIDS deaths decline to historic low
The United Nations Joint Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) has released its latest report, revealing a historic decline in new HIV infections and AIDS-related deaths.
South Asia becomes least peaceful region globally: Global Peace Index
The Global Peace Index (GPI) 2026 has revealed a shocking decline in peacefulness in South Asia, making it the world's least peaceful region.
Pakistani jailed for raping UK teen, then asking 'you enjoyed?'
A Pakistani asylum seeker, Sheraz Malik, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison by a United Kingdom court for raping an intoxicated 18-year-old girl.
Netanyahu blindsided by Trump's Iran strike cancellation: Report
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was reportedly caught off guard when United States President Donald Trump called off planned strikes on Iran.
Why Trump reversed threat to hit 'Iran very hard tonight'
United States President Donald Trump backed off from his threat to hit Iran "very hard tonight" after leaders from Gulf and South Asian countries called him in a last-ditch effort to change his mind, Politico reported.
Trump nominates Jay Clayton as new intelligence chief
United States President Donald Trump has nominated Jay Clayton as the new director of national intelligence, replacing his earlier controversial choice, Bill Pulte.
Ex-South Korean President sentenced for sending drones to North Korea
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for sending military drones into North Korea.
India 'too sympathetic to Russia'? Jaishankar responds to journalist
Defending India's decision to purchase Russian oil, Foreign Minister S Jaishankar said the United States had requested India to do so in 2022.
'No European attacked with Indian weapons': Jaishankar's Russia-Ukraine remark
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has defended India's decision to buy oil from Russia, countering Western criticism of its stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Trump says Khamenei approved peace deal, Tehran disputes claim
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has approved a draft peace agreement.
Trump says US will hit Iran 'very hard' again tonight
United States President Donald Trump has once again threatened major military action against Iran.
India-US leaders to attend West Asia-specific meet at G7 Summit
India and US leaders will be present along with leaders from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE for a West Asia-specific meet at the G7 summit next week, French diplomatic sources said, according to ANI.
Bangladesh's Islamist Jamaat plans protests against India along border
The Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami and its coalition of Islamist opposition parties have announced plans to stage protests along the India-Bangladesh border on Friday.
Gates says Epstein tried to blackmail him over extramarital affairs
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates testified before a congressional committee on Wednesday, alleging that convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein tried to blackmail him.