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24 Jun

Donald Trump Declares Ceasefire Between Israel and Iran, Despite Conflicting Reports from Tehran

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump, Iran, Israel, US

Washington, D.C. (National Times): US President Donald Trump has announced that a ceasefire is now in effect between Israel and Iran, marking what he calls a “historic breakthrough” in one of the most volatile flashpoints of the Middle East. The statement, issued through his official Truth Social account, comes amid ongoing tensions and mixed signals from the region. “The ceasefire is now in effect. Please do not violate it…,” Trump posted on Tuesday, urging restraint following what he described as a decisive military maneuver by the U.S. In a separate post, Trump credited the U.S. military’s strategic role in facilitating…

24 Jun

Donald Trump Announces Iran-Israel Ceasefire, But Tehran Denies Agreement

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsCeasefire, Donald Trump, Iran, Israel

Washington/Tehran/Jerusalem (National Times): In a dramatic turn of events, former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed on Tuesday that a full ceasefire agreement had been reached between Iran and Israel to end the ongoing 12-day war that has shaken the Middle East. However, Iran’s top officials swiftly denied any such agreement, casting doubt on Trump’s declaration. Posting on his Truth Social platform, Trump wrote: “CONGRATULATIONS TO EVERYONE! It has been fully agreed by and between Israel and Iran that there will be a Complete and Total CEASEFIRE (in approximately 6 hours from now)... A war that could have gone on for…

23 Jun

Iran Launches ‘Basharat al-Fath’ Missile Attack on U.S. Bases in Qatar, Regional Tensions Soar

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsAl-Udeid base, Basharat al-Fath, Iran missile strike, U.S. Central Command

Doha/Baghdad, June 23, 2025 — In a dramatic escalation of Middle East tensions, Iran launched a barrage of ballistic missiles late Sunday night targeting U.S. military installations in Qatar and Iraq. The coordinated offensive, dubbed “Basharat al-Fath” (Tidings of Victory), has set off alarms across Western diplomatic circles and significantly heightened fears of a broader regional conflict.The centerpiece of the strike was the Al-Udeid Air Base near Doha, Qatar the largest U.S. military base in the region and the forward headquarters of the U.S. Central Command. Explosions were heard in the Qatari capital as missile defense systems intercepted several incoming…

23 Jun

US to Require Visa Applicants to Make Social Media Accounts Public for Security Screening

nishuthapar10 CommentsWorld Newssocial media public access, US immigration, US visa rules, visa screening 2025

Washington D.C., June 23, 2025 — In a significant move to enhance national security, the United States has introduced a new regulation requiring all visa applicants to make their social media accounts publicly accessible during the application process. According to the latest update from the U.S. State Department, this mandate applies across all non-immigrant and immigrant visa categories. Applicants will now be required to ensure their social media handles including platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, and others are set to public mode for officials to verify and screen their online activity. This new directive builds on the 2019…

23 Jun

Asia Warming Nearly Twice as Fast as Global Average, Warns UN Climate Body

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsAsia Climate Change, Sea Level Rise Asia, WMO Climate Report

New Delhi, June 23, 2025 – Asia is heating up nearly twice as fast as the global average, placing the region at the center of escalating climate risks, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warned in its newly released “State of the Climate in Asia 2024” report. The findings underscore that 2024 was among the warmest years on record for the continent, with widespread and prolonged heatwaves devastating ecosystems and economies alike.According to the report, the warming trend from 1991 to 2024 was nearly double that of the 1961–1990 period. The WMO highlighted alarming changes in sea surface temperatures, which reached…

23 Jun

US Urges China to Prevent Iran from Shutting Down Strait of Hormuz Amid Soaring Tensions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsAmerica, China, Donald Trump, Iran, Israel

Washington/Beijing (National Times): Amid escalating Middle East tensions, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has urged China to intervene diplomatically and stop Iran from potentially closing the Strait of Hormuz, a vital chokepoint for global oil shipments. Rubio’s appeal comes in response to reports from Iran's state-run Press TV, which stated that the Iranian parliament had approved a proposal to shut the Strait. However, the final decision rests with Iran’s Supreme National Security Council. The Strait, a narrow waterway between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, facilitates the passage of nearly 20% of the global oil supply. Speaking…

22 Jun

‘Economic Suicide’: Marco Rubio Warns Iran Against Closing Strait of Hormuz Amid Escalating Tensions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsIran nuclear crisis, Marco Rubio, Strait of Hormuz, US-Iran tensions

Washington, June 22, 2025 — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has issued a stern warning to Iran against any move to close the Strait of Hormuz, calling it an act of “economic suicide” that could spark a dangerous global crisis. The remarks came amid rising geopolitical tensions following coordinated American and Israeli strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities.Speaking to media on Sunday, Rubio emphasized the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime route that facilitates nearly 25% of the world’s oil supply. “If Iran attempts to shut down this vital artery, they won’t just be harming the…

22 Jun

Iran Moves to Close Strait of Hormuz After U.S. Strikes, Final Decision Awaited

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsIran Hormuz closure, Iran Parliament resolution, Strait of Hormuz blockade, US Iran airstrikes

Tehran, June 22, 2025 — In a dramatic escalation following U.S. precision strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, Iran’s Parliament has approved a resolution backing the closure of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The final decision now rests with the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), Iran's top security authority.The move comes just hours after U.S. President Donald Trump ordered strikes on three nuclear sites in Iran, including the underground Fordow facility. The attacks, described by the Pentagon as “surgical and necessary,” have reignited fears of a full-blown regional war.The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway linking the Persian Gulf to…

22 Jun

Pakistan Condemns U.S. Strikes on Iran After Supporting Trump for Nobel Peace Prize

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsIran nuclear sites, Pakistan condemns US strike, Trump Nobel Prize

Islamabad, June 22, 2025 — In a sharp reversal of tone, Pakistan has strongly condemned the recent U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, calling them a violation of international law and a threat to regional peace. The condemnation came just a day after Pakistan endorsed U.S. President Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, citing his role in mediating ceasefires and efforts to de-escalate global conflicts.The Pakistani Foreign Office expressed "deep concern" over the strikes, warning that "unilateral military actions only deepen instability in an already volatile region." The statement stressed Iran's right to self-defense and reiterated Pakistan's stance…

22 Jun

UK PM Starmer Backs U.S. Strikes on Iran, Emphasizes Diplomatic Path Amid Escalating Conflict

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsKeir Starmer Iran nuclear, Trump Iran attack, US strikes on Iran

London, June 22, 2025 — As the Israel-Iran conflict enters its second week with global ramifications, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has thrown his weight behind U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to launch "massive precision" strikes on Iran. Starmer described Iran’s nuclear ambitions as a “grave threat” and insisted that Tehran must never be allowed to acquire a nuclear weapon.In a statement shared on social media platform X, Starmer said, “Iran's nuclear programme is a grave threat to international security. Iran can never be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon, and the US has taken action to alleviate that threat.…