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28 Apr

Stalemate Persists as Donald Trump Dismisses Iran’s Latest Offer on Conflict Resolution

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump, Iran, US

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): Efforts to find a diplomatic solution to the ongoing crisis have hit another hurdle after Donald Trump signalled disapproval of a new proposal put forward by Iran. Officials indicated that Tehran’s plan outlines a phased roadmap, beginning with an immediate end to hostilities and discussions on maritime access in the Gulf, including reopening vital shipping lanes. The proposal suggests that negotiations over Iran’s nuclear programme would be taken up only after initial steps are completed. However, the United States has taken a firm stance that nuclear concerns cannot be deferred. Sources familiar with internal discussions said the…

27 Apr

Donald Trump Pushes Back Against Allegations Cited in Attacker’s Note After Dinner Incident

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): Donald Trump has dismissed accusations mentioned in a document reportedly linked to the suspect involved in the recent security breach during a high-profile media event in Washington, calling the claims baseless and offensive. In an interaction with CBS, the US President spoke about the chaotic moments that unfolded when gunfire was reported near the venue of the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. He said security personnel acted quickly to escort attendees, including himself, to safety. Trump acknowledged that he initially hesitated to leave the scene, wanting to understand the situation as it developed. However, he said Secret…

27 Apr

Iran Floats New Plan to Ease Tensions, Seeks Immediate Focus on Strait of Hormuz

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Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): Amid continued uncertainty in West Asia, Iran has reportedly put forward a revised proposal aimed at reducing tensions with the United States, prioritising the reopening of the crucial Strait of Hormuz while postponing nuclear negotiations. The proposal, conveyed through diplomatic channels involving Pakistan, is being viewed as an effort to stabilise the region’s energy supply routes, which have been under strain due to the ongoing conflict involving Israel. While active fighting has subsided following a temporary ceasefire, no formal agreement has been reached to end hostilities. Analysts note that both Washington and Tehran remain deeply divided on…

26 Apr

Hindu Temple Caretaker Found Dead in Bangladesh; Minority Groups Allege Murder

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsBangladesh news, BHBCUC, Bullet Bairagi, Cox's Bazar, Hindu minority, Nayan Sadhu, religious violence

Dhaka (Rajeev Sharma): Tensions have risen in southeastern Bangladesh after Nayan Sadhu, a 40-year-old Hindu temple caretaker and priest, was found hanging from a tree on Saturday, three days after he went missing. The Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council (BHBCUC) has termed the incident a murder and demanded immediate government intervention. Sadhu, who served at a Shivakali temple in the Khurushkul union of Cox's Bazar, was reportedly led away by two unidentified men on the evening of April 19. Local police recovered the body in a decomposed state from a hilly area on the outskirts of the village. While…

26 Apr

Suspect Identified in Washington Shooting Incident; Federal Charges Filed

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): Authorities in Washington, D.C. have identified 31-year-old Cole Thomas Allen as the individual taken into custody following the security breach and shooting near the White House Correspondents’ Dinner attended by Donald Trump. The incident unfolded outside the Washington Hilton, where a large gathering of political leaders, journalists, and guests was underway. Investigators said the suspect attempted to push through a secured checkpoint but was intercepted before reaching the main event hall. Law enforcement officials reported that Allen was carrying multiple weapons, including firearms and knives. During the confrontation, security personnel engaged him, and a Secret Service officer…

26 Apr

Donald Trump Calls Dinner Shooting ‘Unexpected’, Praises Security Response and Urges Stronger Protection Measures

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump described the recent shooting scare at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner as “unexpected,” while commending security agencies for their rapid and decisive action in preventing a major incident in Washington, D.C.. Addressing the media after the incident, Trump said the armed individual was quickly subdued by Secret Service personnel and local law enforcement. He noted that the suspect, reportedly from California, had attempted to breach a secured checkpoint carrying multiple weapons before being neutralised. Highlighting the seriousness of the situation, the President said the country had faced similar threats in recent years, recalling…

26 Apr

Peace Efforts Stall as US-Iran Tensions Persist, Talks Collapse

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsIran, US

Tehran/Washington (Rajeev Sharma): Prospects for a diplomatic resolution to the ongoing tensions between United States and Iran have dimmed, with negotiations failing to make headway and both sides maintaining firm positions. Efforts to revive dialogue suffered a setback after Donald Trump called off a proposed visit by American representatives to Islamabad. The move came shortly after Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi concluded his trip to the Pakistani capital without any concrete breakthrough. Pakistan had been attempting to play a mediating role between the two sides, but diplomatic sources indicated that significant differences remain unresolved. Iranian officials have signalled that they…

25 Apr

Trump Cancels US-Iran Peace Mission to Islamabad; Cites Disarray in Tehran

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsAbbas Araghchi, Donald Trump, Islamabad diplomacy, Jared Kushner, Steve Witkoff, Truth Social, US-Iran talks

Washington DC (Rajeev Sharma): In a sudden shift in Middle Eastern diplomacy, US President Donald Trump announced the cancellation of a high-stakes mission to Islamabad, where American representatives were scheduled to hold direct talks with Iranian officials. Using his Truth Social platform on Saturday, the President revealed that he had called back Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and adviser Jared Kushner, who were already en route to Pakistan to negotiate a potential ceasefire. Trump characterized the trip as a "waste of time," questioning the leadership structure in Tehran and asserting that the United States holds the superior negotiating position. The cancellation…

25 Apr

Tehran Declines Face-to-Face Engagement with Washington During Islamabad Visit

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Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): In a significant diplomatic development amid rising regional tensions, Iran has stated that it will not hold direct discussions with the United States during Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi’s ongoing visit to Islamabad. Iranian authorities clarified that while diplomatic engagement continues, any communication with Washington will be carried out indirectly. Foreign ministry spokesperson Esmael Baqaei confirmed that no formal meeting has been scheduled between Iranian and US officials during this trip. Instead, Pakistan is expected to play a facilitating role by relaying messages between the two sides. The arrangement reflects Tehran’s continued reluctance to engage in direct talks…

24 Apr

China backs India in diplomatic row over Trump’s “hellhole” remarks

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsWorld NewsChina India Trump row, India US diplomatic friction, MEA Randhir Jaiswal, Michael Savage Truth Social, Trump hellhole comment, Yu Jing Chinese Embassy

Beijing/New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The diplomatic fallout over US President Donald Trump’s social media activity intensified on Friday, April 24, 2026, as China joined India in condemning the use of derogatory language to describe sovereign nations. Yu Jing, spokesperson for the Chinese Embassy in India, issued a sharp rebuke on social media, stating that "bilateral ties are built on respect, not rhetoric." The statement, which asserted that "viral words fade" while "real partnerships don’t," marks a rare moment of rhetorical alignment between Beijing and New Delhi against a common diplomatic slight from Washington. The controversy originated from a repost on…