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US-China summit ends with agreement on AI, military crisis communication
The US and China have agreed to establish a communication channel for artificial intelligence (AI) incidents and expedite military crisis communication efforts.
US downplays India's concerns over Russia sanctions bill
The United States has acknowledged, though also downplayed, India's concerns over the recently passed Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act.
Trump rejects Iran's ceasefire proposal, to resume bombing after elections
United States President Donald Trump has reportedly rejected Iran's proposal for a seven-day ceasefire.
Iran proposes 7-day plan for ceasefire with US, reopening Hormuz
Iran has put forward a seven-day plan to end hostilities with the United States, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and start negotiations on its nuclear program.
Netanyahu shows pager in UN speech, says 'Hezbollah remembers'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Thursday, showcasing a pager to recall Israel's September 2024 operation against Hezbollah's communication network in Lebanon.
US-China talks focus on AI, Xi says human control needed
Chinese President Xi Jinping and United States President Donald Trump met at the White House on Thursday.
US strike that killed 157 Iranians 'stemmed from AI overreliance'
A US strike on a school in Iran's Minab city at the start of the war killed 157 people, including 123 children.
'We only defended ourselves': Iran hits out at 'bully' Trump
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian strongly criticized President Donald Trump's characterization of Iran as a source of terrorism at the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday, saying instead that Iranians are "victims of terrorism."
'Make deal or annihilate Iran?' Trump at UNGA
US President Donald Trump opened his speech at the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly with a storm of condemnation directed at Iran.
'Iran must end arming Houthis': G7 nations
The Group of Seven (G7) nations have called on Iran to end its support for the Houthi rebels in Yemen, stating it must "end its arming of and support" for the Houthis in Yemen.
Iranian President Pezeshkian departs for New York to attend UNGA
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has departed for New York to attend the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session.
UK agrees to refuel Saudi jets to counter Houthi attacks
The United Kingdom has agreed to provide limited military support to Saudi Arabia in the wake of recent Houthi attacks, British Prime Minister Andy Burnham confirmed, saying it includes air-to-air refueling for Saudi planes by the Royal Air Force (RAF).
US threatens to ground all Iranian airlines worldwide starting Wednesday
The United States has warned that all Iranian airlines could be grounded globally from Wednesday.
Add these 5 spots to your Iran itinerary
While Iran's bustling metropolises are famous for their rich history and culture, the country's lesser-known cities also make for an interesting experience.
Iran warns of deploying new weapons if attacked again
Iran has issued a stern warning to the United States, saying it would deploy new weapons and widen its target list if Washington resumes military action.
Trump admin readied warplanes, bombs for striking Houthis, then u-turned
The United States was reportedly on the verge of launching airstrikes against Houthi positions in Yemen, following a request for help from Saudi Arabia.
Mysterious object over Tehran sparks UFO speculation
Videos of an unidentified flying object (UFO) have gone viral on social media. The footage is said to show bright lights moving across the night sky of Tehran, Iran.
US diesel prices hit record high, crossing $6.5 per gallon
The United States is witnessing a major spike in diesel prices, with the average nationwide rate hitting $6.505 per gallon on Saturday, according to the American Automobile Association.
'Very big things will happen': Trump warns Iranian regime
United States President Donald Trump has said he is in "deciding mode" over the ongoing conflict with Iran.
US spent $45.1B on war with Iran
The ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran has cost the US a whopping $45.1 billion, according to a report by CNN.
US issues travel advisory for Middle East amid rising tensions
The United States Department of State's Consular Affairs has issued a security alert for the Middle East.
Iran conveys conditions to US for resuming negotiations
Iran has laid out seven conditions to the United States for resuming negotiations, according to Mohsen Rezaei, the secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council.
Iranian women run 10K race without hijabs, defying strict law
A group of Iranian women participated in a 10-kilometer road race in Tehran without wearing headscarves, a violation of the country's mandatory hijab law.
AI error nearly led to US-China military confrontation: Report
A recent CNN report has revealed that the United States military nearly boarded a Chinese ship in the Middle East earlier this year. The incident was triggered by a faulty intelligence report generated with artificial intelligence (AI).
One-dish wedding menu, no new vehicles: Pakistan's austerity measures
Pakistan is reeling under a severe fuel crisis, worsened by the ongoing conflict in West Asia.
US strikes on Iran likely constitute war crimes: UN report
UN human rights experts have found "reasonable grounds" to believe that the United States committed war crimes in two strikes on Iran, killing over 150 civilians.
India reacts after US House passes bill allowing 100% tariffs
India on Thursday said that it is determined to take all necessary measures to protect its trade and economic interests after the United States House of Representatives passed the Russian sanctions bill targeting Moscow over its continued war in Ukraine.
AWS Bahrain, UAE remain offline 6 months after Iranian strikes
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced that it cannot restore access to its cloud-computing facilities in Bahrain and parts of the United Arab Emirates.
India 'deeply concerned' over alleged Houthi drone attack near Mecca
India has condemned the recent drone attack near Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
US issues level-3 travel advisory for Saudi Arabia
The United States has issued a Level 3 "Reconsider Travel" advisory for Saudi Arabia.
US advances bill that could hit India with 100% tariffs
The United States House of Representatives has advanced a Russia sanctions bill that could impose tariffs as high as 100% on Indian goods.
Yemen's Houthis claim to have shot down Saudi F-15 jet
Yemen's Houthi rebels have claimed that they have shot down a Saudi fighter jet using a locally made munition.
US bases, aircraft, diplomatic facilities damaged in Iran war: Report
A United States government watchdog has released its first report detailing the impact of the ongoing conflict with Iran.
Rice is becoming costlier in India. Reason? US-Iran war
Rice, a staple food in India, is becoming more expensive due to the ongoing US-Iran war.
US airman shot down by Iran shares harrowing rescue story
An American airman, identified only by the call sign "Bravo," has recounted the terrifying details of his rescue from Iran after his aircraft was shot down in April.
China may have aided Iran in deadly Jordan attack: Report
United States officials have claimed that Chinese entities provided Iran with satellite imagery of a US Air Force base in Jordan before a missile attack on July 17.
Brent nears $110 as US-Iran conflict drives oil higher
Oil prices witnessed a sharp spike on Monday, with Brent crude breaching the $107 per barrel mark. The surge is mainly due to rising tensions in the Middle East and fears of potential disruptions to global energy supplies.
Like Venezuela, US might keep Iranian oil too: Trump
US President Donald Trump has suggested that the United States could continue its conflict with Iran and even take control of its oil.
Iran-Gulf states meeting in Oman postponed at regional countries' request
A scheduled meeting between Iran and Gulf states in Salalah, Oman, was postponed on Monday.
Iran, UAE can 'turn the page' on ties: Pezeshkian
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has expressed a desire to "turn the page" on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East with the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
BRICS summit: New Delhi Declaration adopted, India played crucial role
The BRICS group of countries has adopted the New Delhi Declaration at its ongoing summit.
Iran-US conflict to end after midterm elections: Donald Trump
United States President Donald Trump has predicted that the ongoing conflict with Iran will come to an end soon after the upcoming midterm elections in November.
Did China help Iran target US base in Jordan?
Iran is said to have used high-resolution satellite images from China before a deadly missile strike on a US military base in Jordan.
White House calls Truth Social world's top platform, data disagrees
The White House has declared Truth Social, the social media platform owned by Donald Trump, as the "most powerful and popular social media platform in the world."
BRICS summit begins; New Delhi Declaration expected
The 18th BRICS summit commenced in New Delhi on Saturday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcoming leaders of the 11-member bloc at Bharat Mandapam.
BRICS Summit: Consensus reached on joint statement
The BRICS grouping has reached a consensus on a joint statement for the New Delhi Declaration, which will be released at 4:00pm on Saturday.
3 ships with Indian crew attacked in West Asia: Report
Three foreign-flagged ships, including one Zimbabwean and two others, were attacked in the West Asia crisis between September 8 and September 9.
Huawei labeled a 'criminal enterprise' as trial begins in US
The trial against Chinese tech giant Huawei kicked off in Brooklyn federal court on Wednesday (local time).
Iranian president Pezeshkian lands in India for BRICS Summit
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has arrived in New Delhi to attend the 18th BRICS Summit.
Tharoor defends BRICS after Chidambaram questions its benefits for India
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has defended the BRICS grouping after senior party leader P Chidambaram questioned its benefits for India.
Israel kills senior Hamas commander in Gaza City
Israeli forces have killed a senior Hamas commander in Gaza City, both Israeli security agencies and the militant group confirmed.
US diesel prices cross $6 per gallon for first time
The average price of diesel in the United States has crossed $6 a gallon for the first time.
Brent crude oil prices near $110 as US-Iran tensions escalate
Oil prices continued their upward trajectory on Friday, with both major benchmarks set to close the week above $100 per barrel for the first time since mid-May.
China, Iran used Claude AI to track dissidents, Anthropic says
Anthropic has uncovered several suspected state-backed operations using its AI models for surveillance.
Pakistan tells Iran to 'rein in Houthis' over Saudi attacks
Pakistan has reportedly warned Iran to control its Houthi allies in Yemen as they continue to attack Saudi Arabia.
Iran war won't end until after November midterm elections: Trump
United States President Donald Trump has said he doesn't expect the ongoing conflict with Iran to end before the midterm elections in November.
Trump promises $5,000 to adult Americans if Republicans retain Congress
United States President Donald Trump has promised a $5,000 "Trump dividend" to every adult American if the Republican Party retains control of both chambers of Congress after the upcoming midterm elections.
Oil prices could hit $120 per barrel amid US-Iran tensions
Oil prices have surged past the $100 per barrel mark as traders weigh the risk of supply disruptions after recent shipping attacks.