World News Archives - Page 21 of 120

29 Jun

Fresh Diplomatic Push as Washington and Tehran Pause Military Action, Hormuz Negotiations Back on Track

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsIran, US

Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): A fresh diplomatic effort appears to be underway between the United States and Iran after both sides reportedly agreed to suspend military operations and resume negotiations over maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz following days of escalating conflict. Officials familiar with the development said technical-level discussions are expected to restart in Qatar this week, focusing on the implementation of the previously negotiated memorandum of understanding that aims to keep the strategic waterway open for global shipping while broader political issues are addressed. The decision comes after a series of military exchanges had pushed the region to…

29 Jun

Dream of a Better Future Ends in Tragedy: Amritsar Man Dies in Slovakia, Family Seeks Government Help

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending, World NewsAmritsar

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): A family in Punjab's Amritsar district has been left heartbroken after a 24-year-old man, who had travelled to Slovakia in pursuit of employment, reportedly lost his life in a drowning incident. The tragedy has cast a shadow over a household that was eagerly preparing for a wedding later this year. Gursevak Singh, a resident of the Ajnala subdivision, had moved to Slovakia around eight months ago on a work permit. Family members said he had taken the step to support his parents financially and repay debts incurred for his overseas journey. The devastating news reached the family…

28 Jun

IRGC Announces Coordinated Attack on US Military Facilities in Gulf, Escalating Regional Tensions

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Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): Iran has claimed responsibility for launching a large-scale missile and drone offensive against American military positions in the Gulf, saying the strikes were carried out in retaliation for the latest US military action targeting Iranian assets. In a statement issued by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and broadcast through Iranian state media, the elite force said its naval and aerospace units jointly executed the operation during the early hours of Sunday. The IRGC alleged that ballistic missiles and armed drones were fired at the Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait and the headquarters of the…

28 Jun

Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Reaches 1,430 as Fresh Tremor Disrupts Ongoing Rescue Mission

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsVenezuela

Venezuela (Rajeev Sharma): Rescue operations in Venezuela suffered another setback on Saturday after a fresh earthquake struck the country’s northern region, adding to the challenges faced by emergency teams working in the aftermath of this week’s devastating twin earthquakes that have claimed at least 1,430 lives. The latest tremor, measuring 4.8 in magnitude, was recorded near Aragua state at around 3 p.m. local time, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. Although there were no immediate reports of additional casualties from the latest quake, it triggered renewed panic among residents and forced rescue workers to reassess conditions at several damaged sites.…

28 Jun

Kuwait Heightens Security After Air Defence Systems Intercept Missile and Drone Threats

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Kuwait (Rajeev Sharma): Kuwait has stepped up its security preparedness after the country’s armed forces confirmed that air defence units intercepted hostile missiles and drones targeting its airspace, amid growing instability across the Gulf region. In an official statement, the General Staff of the Kuwait Army said its air defence systems were actively responding to incoming aerial threats. The military clarified that any loud blasts heard by residents were caused by interception operations and not by impacts on the ground. Authorities appealed to the public to remain composed and comply with all instructions issued by security and emergency agencies. Residents…

28 Jun

Fresh US Airstrikes Deepen Iran Crisis as Trump Accuses Tehran of Breaking Truce

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran has come under renewed strain after American forces launched another round of strikes on Iranian military assets, with President Donald Trump accusing Tehran of repeatedly violating the terms of the temporary truce. According to the US military, the latest operation targeted 10 locations connected to Iran’s defence network, including facilities used for drone operations, missile storage, coastal surveillance and air defence systems. The strikes were carried out after Washington alleged that Iranian forces attacked a commercial oil tanker travelling through the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump defended the…

27 Jun

China Reaffirms Support for Bangladesh’s Teesta River Project and BRICS Ambitions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsBRICS expansion, China Bangladesh relations, SCO dialogue partner, Tarique Rahman Beijing visit, Teesta River project

Beijing (Rajeev Sharma): China has officially backed Bangladesh’s participation in the BRICS alliance and endorsed its application to become a dialogue partner of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, while simultaneously reaffirming support for the controversial Teesta River development project. The announcements were formalized in a comprehensive joint communiqué issued following Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s high-profile five-day state visit to Beijing, where he held extensive bilateral discussions with President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang. Amid simmering geopolitical anxieties in New Delhi regarding Beijing's expanding footprint in the subcontinent, Chinese officials asserted that the deepening bilateral cooperation is strictly a livelihood…

27 Jun

Donald Trump Responds After Hyderabad Names Avenue in His Honour, Thanks India for the Recognition

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has welcomed the decision to name a prominent road in Hyderabad after him, describing the gesture as a special honour and thanking India for the recognition. Taking to his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump shared a photograph from the inauguration ceremony of Donald Trump Avenue, saying he was proud to become the first US President to have a road named after him in India. The avenue, situated beside the US Consulate in Hyderabad, was formally unveiled earlier this week in the presence of Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka and US…

27 Jun

US Hits Iranian Defence Facilities After Hormuz Shipping Attack, Tensions Escalate Again

nishuthapar10 CommentsTrending, World NewsIran, Strait of Hormuz, US

Washington/Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): Fresh military action by the United States has intensified tensions with Iran after American forces carried out precision strikes on multiple Iranian defence installations in response to an alleged drone attack on a commercial cargo vessel near the Strait of Hormuz. The US military said the operation targeted missile storage sites, drone facilities and coastal surveillance radar systems that it believes were linked to the attack on the Singapore-flagged cargo ship M/V Ever Lovely. The vessel was reportedly struck while sailing close to the Omani coastline after leaving the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's busiest…

26 Jun

Ship Attack Near Hormuz Casts Shadow Over Ceasefire as UN Reviews Maritime Safety Measures

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsHormuz, Iran, Strait of Hormuz

Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): A reported attack on a commercial cargo vessel near the Strait of Hormuz has reignited concerns over maritime security in the Gulf, prompting the United Nations' shipping agency to temporarily suspend its escort operations while reassessing safety conditions. The incident occurred near the coast of Oman when a merchant vessel reportedly came under attack while navigating the strategically important waterway. Although the ship was not participating in the UN-facilitated escort programme, the episode has raised fresh doubts about the stability of the region despite ongoing diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran. The International Maritime Organization…