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Washington Signals Diplomatic Breakthrough as Trump Announces Expected Iran Agreement

Washington Signals Diplomatic Breakthrough as Trump Announces Expected Iran Agreement

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has indicated that a long-awaited agreement between the United States and Iran could be formalised on Sunday, raising hopes of easing regional tensions and restoring normalcy to one of the world's most strategically important maritime corridors. In a message posted on Truth Social, Trump stated that the proposed accord was expected to be signed within hours and claimed that the Strait of Hormuz would become fully accessible immediately after the agreement takes effect. The announcement comes amid growing indications that negotiations between the two sides have entered their concluding phase. Reports emerging from…
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Trump Claims Top Tren de Aragua Figure Eliminated in US-Led Operation

Trump Claims Top Tren de Aragua Figure Eliminated in US-Led Operation

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has announced that Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, better known as "Niño Guerrero" and identified as the alleged chief of the notorious Tren de Aragua network, has been killed in a military operation carried out by the United States. Making the announcement through his social media platform Truth Social, Trump described the mission as a precise and successful strike conducted under the command of the US Southern Command. He hailed the operation as a major victory in Washington's campaign against transnational criminal organisations. The US administration has classified Tren de Aragua as a foreign…
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Donald Trump Highlights Secret Maritime Mission, Claims US Ensured Safe Oil Flow Through Hormuz

Donald Trump Highlights Secret Maritime Mission, Claims US Ensured Safe Oil Flow Through Hormuz

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has claimed that a covert military operation authorised by his administration helped secure the Strait of Hormuz and ensured the uninterrupted movement of global energy supplies through one of the world's most strategically important waterways. In a statement posted on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump said he had instructed the US military last month to undertake a confidential mission aimed at protecting oil tankers and commercial vessels operating in the region. According to the President, the operation enabled more than 100 million barrels of crude oil to transit safely through the…
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Donald Trump Reiterates Tough Iran Stand, Credits Pakistan in India Conflict Mediation

Donald Trump Reiterates Tough Iran Stand, Credits Pakistan in India Conflict Mediation

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has once again defended his administration's hardline approach toward Iran while claiming that Pakistan played a role in encouraging diplomatic engagement with Tehran. Speaking to reporters, Trump also asserted that his intervention helped prevent a possible military confrontation between India and Pakistan from escalating into a nuclear conflict. Highlighting America's military capabilities, Trump described the US armed forces as the strongest in the world and said Washington had temporarily eased pressure on Iran following a request from Pakistan. According to him, Islamabad has maintained communication channels with Tehran and continues to encourage a…
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Donald Trump Cuts Short NBC Interview After Heated Dispute Over California Election Claims

Donald Trump Cuts Short NBC Interview After Heated Dispute Over California Election Claims

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): A scheduled television interview featuring US President Donald Trump ended abruptly after an intense exchange with NBC's Meet the Press moderator Kristen Welker over allegations surrounding California's election process. The discussion took a confrontational turn when Trump criticised the state's ballot-counting timeline, arguing that the prolonged process was indicative of election-related misconduct. He questioned why results were still being finalised days after voting, suggesting the delays pointed to systemic issues. WOW -- Trump crashes out and cuts his interview with Welker short as she presses him on his lack of evidence for claiming elections are rigged"You're either…
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India-US Set to Conclude First Phase of Trade Deal by Mid-July, Says Piyush Goyal

India-US Set to Conclude First Phase of Trade Deal by Mid-July, Says Piyush Goyal

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): India and the United States are on track to finalize the first tranche of a bilateral trade agreement by the middle of next month, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Friday. The announcement signals substantial progress in high-level negotiations aimed at deepening economic integration between the two global partners. Minister Goyal shared details of intense diplomatic activity in New Delhi, noting that a comprehensive delegation of American trade officials engaged in deep discussions with their Indian counterparts from June 2 to 4. He confirmed that the two sides are rapidly moving toward closing all…
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House Reins in Trump on Iran Conflict as Bipartisan Vote Signals Growing Congressional Pushback

House Reins in Trump on Iran Conflict as Bipartisan Vote Signals Growing Congressional Pushback

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): President Donald Trump faced a significant political challenge on Wednesday after the US House of Representatives approved a resolution aimed at limiting his authority to continue military operations against Iran without congressional consent. The measure passed by a narrow margin of 215-208, highlighting increasing concern among lawmakers over the administration’s handling of the conflict. While Democrats unanimously backed the resolution, four Republicans crossed party lines to support the effort, underscoring growing unease within Trump’s own party. The resolution calls on the administration to end US military involvement in Iran unless lawmakers formally authorise the deployment through Congress.…
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US-Iran Talks Remain in Limbo as Trump Weighs Ceasefire Extension and Hormuz Reopening Plan

US-Iran Talks Remain in Limbo as Trump Weighs Ceasefire Extension and Hormuz Reopening Plan

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): Hopes for a breakthrough in efforts to stabilise tensions between the United States and Iran remain uncertain after President Donald Trump ended a crucial White House security review without endorsing a proposed agreement aimed at extending the current ceasefire and restoring normal shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The closed-door meeting, held in the White House Situation Room on Friday, brought together senior national security officials and foreign policy advisers as the administration reviewed the contours of a tentative understanding reportedly reached by negotiators from both countries. Despite growing speculation that an announcement could be imminent, no…
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Trump Calls PM Modi a “Great Friend”, Says India Can Fully Trust the US

Trump Calls PM Modi a “Great Friend”, Says India Can Fully Trust the US

Rajeev Sharma :- Former US President Donald Trump once again praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing him as a “great friend” and asserting that India can place “100 per cent trust” in the United States, remarks that come amid growing discussions over stronger India-US strategic and trade ties. Trump made the comments during a virtual address delivered at a special event organised at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi to mark the 250th Independence celebrations of the United States. Speaking through a phone interaction facilitated by US Ambassador Sergio Gor, Trump expressed admiration for India and Prime Minister Modi. “I love…
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Donald Trump Signals Breakthrough in Iran Talks, Says Peace Framework Near Completion

Donald Trump Signals Breakthrough in Iran Talks, Says Peace Framework Near Completion

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has indicated that Washington is close to finalising a major understanding with Iran, suggesting that months of tense backchannel diplomacy may soon produce a formal peace framework. In a statement released on social media, Trump said most key elements of the proposed arrangement had already been settled, with only a few final issues still under discussion. He described the process as being in its final phase and hinted that an official announcement could come soon if both sides complete the remaining negotiations. One of the central points of discussion reportedly involves the future…
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