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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…

24 Apr

US-Brokered Talks Lead to Three-Week Extension of Israel–Lebanon Ceasefire

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Lebanon/Washingtoon (Rajeev Sharma): A fragile ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has been extended for another three weeks following diplomatic engagement led by the United States, officials confirmed after discussions in Washington. The breakthrough came after a meeting hosted by Donald Trump at the White House, where representatives from both nations reviewed the security situation and agreed to continue the pause in hostilities. The talks were attended by Israeli envoy Yechiel Leiter and Lebanese ambassador Nada Moawad. The extension follows a period of heightened tension along the border, including recent strikes that resulted in casualties. While the agreement offers temporary relief,…

24 Apr

France Waives Transit Visa for Indians, Move Seen as Boost to Travel and Bilateral Ties

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New Delhi: In a major relief for Indian travellers, France has done away with the requirement of an airport transit visa for Indian nationals passing through its airports. The new policy, now in force, is expected to make international travel smoother and more efficient. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that Indian citizens holding valid passports can transit through French airports without obtaining a separate visa, as long as they do not leave the international transit zone and are travelling onward to another country. The change comes after high-level discussions between Narendra Modi and Emmanuel Macron earlier this year, where…

23 Apr

India slams Trump’s ‘hellhole’ repost as ‘uninformed’ and ‘in poor taste’

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, World NewsIndia US diplomatic row, India US relations 2026, MEA Randhir Jaiswal response, Michael Savage birthright citizenship, Trump India hellhole comment

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): India issued a sharp rebuke on Thursday, April 23, 2026, describing a social media repost by US President Donald Trump as “uninformed, inappropriate, and in poor taste.” The controversy erupted after Trump shared a transcript and video from conservative radio host Michael Savage, which referred to India and China as “hellholes” and described Indian and Chinese immigrants as “gangsters with laptops.” The remarks were made in the context of Savage’s critique of birthright citizenship laws in the United States. He argued that the current legal system allows immigrants to exploit a loophole by arriving in their…

23 Apr

Ceasefire Holds but Gulf Tensions Rise as Iran Targets Vessels in Hormuz

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Washington/Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): The uneasy calm in the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict has been shaken by fresh maritime incidents, even as the United States signaled that its ceasefire arrangement with Iran will continue without a fixed deadline. US President Donald Trump stated that the truce would remain in place for now, despite uncertainty surrounding diplomatic efforts. Planned talks in Islamabad have been delayed after Iran showed hesitation in rejoining negotiations, prompting Washington to pause Vice President JD Vance’s proposed visit. Meanwhile, reports from Iranian media indicate that the country’s Revolutionary Guard has carried out another attack in the Strait of Hormuz,…

22 Apr

US-Iran ceasefire: Trump extends truce on Shehbaz Sharif, Asim Munir’s request as Hormuz blockade continues

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Rajeev Sharma :- US President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced an extention of the ceasefire with Iran asserting that the truce would remain intact until Iranian leaders present a unified proposal and ongoing discussions are concluded. While conforming the development, Trump on his social media Truth Social said that the decision was taken ater a request from Pakistan to delay further military action and allow time for diplomacy. “Based on the fact that the Government of Iran is seriously fractured, not unexpectedly so and, upon the request of Field Marshal Asim Munir, and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, of Pakistan, we…

22 Apr

Donald Trump’s Social Media Remarks on Iran and Hormuz Add to Diplomatic Tensions

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): Fresh remarks by US President Donald Trump on social media have intensified debate over the situation in West Asia, particularly concerning Iran’s position on the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz. In his post, Trump suggested that Iran prefers to keep the vital sea passage operational due to the significant economic benefits it generates daily. He claimed that Tehran’s public stance about shutting down the route is largely symbolic and aimed at maintaining its image amid the ongoing conflict. The US leader also indicated that he had received informal messages suggesting Iran’s willingness to reopen the strait quickly.…

22 Apr

US Pauses Strike on Iran, Donald Trump Extends Ceasefire Citing Pakistan’s Intervention

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): In a significant development amid rising tensions, US President Donald Trump has said that planned military action against Iran has been temporarily put on hold to allow space for diplomatic engagement. In a statement, Trump said the decision followed a request from Pakistan’s top leadership, including Army Chief Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who urged Washington to delay any offensive move. The US president noted that Iran’s internal situation appears divided, which has made it difficult for Tehran to present a unified negotiating stance. He said the pause would give Iranian leaders time to formulate…