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15 Jun

US-Iran Agreement Announced as Donald Trump Signals End to Gulf Tensions, Hormuz Shipping to Resume

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has announced that a long-awaited agreement between the United States and Iran has been concluded, describing it as a significant diplomatic achievement that could reshape the security landscape of West Asia and restore confidence in global maritime trade. In a message posted on his social media platform, Trump said the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened for unrestricted commercial navigation and that the naval restrictions imposed by the United States in the region would be lifted immediately. He stated that the move would allow international shipping and energy supplies to return to normal…

13 Jun

UAE Refutes Allegations of Financial Assistance to Iran, Urges Media to Verify Facts

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Dubai (Rajeev Sharma): The United Arab Emirates has issued a strong rebuttal to reports alleging that it facilitated the transfer of billions of dollars to Iran, asserting that the claims are entirely inaccurate and unsupported by facts. In an official communication, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that no frozen Iranian assets have been released, transferred or processed through the country's financial channels. The ministry maintained that the reports circulating in sections of the international media are baseless and misleading. The clarification specifically addresses allegations involving an alleged transfer of USD 3 billion to the Islamic Republic of Iran.…

12 Jun

Conflicting Signals Emerge as US Claims Iran Deal Progress, Tehran Says Approval Still Pending

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Washington/Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): Hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough between the United States and Iran remain uncertain after President Donald Trump announced the suspension of planned military action, while Iranian officials maintained that negotiations have not yet reached a final stage. Speaking from the White House and later through social media, Trump said he had ordered a halt to scheduled strikes after receiving indications that Iran's top leadership had endorsed a proposed framework aimed at reducing tensions. He described the negotiations as being in an advanced phase and expressed confidence that a broader understanding could soon be reached. The proposed arrangement…

11 Jun

Pentagon Escalates Pressure on Iran, Says Fresh US Strikes Aim to Strengthen Diplomatic Leverage

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The United States has carried out a new series of military strikes against targets in Iran, with officials describing the operation as a defensive response to threats against American personnel and commercial shipping operating in regional waters. US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that the strikes were conducted following orders from Commander-in-Chief Donald Trump, citing ongoing security concerns and repeated hostile actions attributed to Iran. Ahead of the operation, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth made it clear that Washington was prepared to increase military pressure while leaving the door open for negotiations. He said Iran still has an…

10 Jun

Three Indian Crew Members Missing After Missile Attack on Tanker Off Oman Coast; India Condemns Strike

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New Delhi/Tehran (Gurpreet Singh): Three Indian crew members are missing and 21 others have been safely rescued after a commercial vessel came under a missile attack off the coast of Oman on Wednesday. India has strongly condemned the strike, expressing deep concern over the escalating safety hazards facing international maritime traffic. The latest incident marks a dangerous escalation in regional shipping disruptions linked to enforcing blockades on strategic international waterways. The targeted vessel, a Palau-flagged chemical and oil products tanker named Settebello, was operating approximately 20 nautical miles northeast of the Omani port of Sohar when it transmitted a distress…

08 Jun

Fresh Israeli Air Operation Targets Iranian Military Sites Following Overnight Missile Barrage

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Tel Aviv/Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): The conflict between Israel and Iran witnessed another sharp escalation on Monday as Israeli forces launched airstrikes on military facilities inside Iran, only hours after Tehran fired a series of missiles towards Israeli territory in a retaliatory move. The Israeli military confirmed that its Air Force carried out coordinated attacks against what it described as strategic military targets located in western and central parts of Iran. Officials said the operation was aimed at degrading capabilities linked to the Iranian military establishment. The strikes followed an overnight missile assault launched by Iran, which came in response to…

03 Jun

Middle East Tensions Rise After Missile Exchange and US Retaliatory Action

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Kuwait/Bahrain (Rajeev Sharma): Fresh military and diplomatic tensions have emerged in the Gulf region after the United States carried out strikes on an Iranian facility following missile launches directed toward Kuwait and Bahrain. According to US military officials, Iran fired multiple missiles toward the two Gulf nations, but none reached their intended destinations. Authorities said some projectiles malfunctioned during flight, while others were intercepted by defence systems before they could pose a threat. In response, American forces targeted a military-related installation on Iran's Qeshm Island, a strategically important location near the Strait of Hormuz. US officials described the operation as…

20 May

Fresh Report Reveals Major US Air Losses in Iran Campaign, Cost of Operation Soars

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Washington/Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): A fresh assessment has revealed that the United States suffered substantial aerial setbacks during its military offensive against Iran, with dozens of aircraft reportedly damaged or destroyed during the months-long operation. According to a report prepared by the Congressional Research Service (CRS), at least 42 American aircraft were lost or severely affected during Operation Epic Fury, which began on February 28 as part of a large-scale offensive targeting Iranian military infrastructure. The reported losses include some of the US military’s most advanced assets. These range from four F-15E Strike Eagle combat aircraft and an F-35A stealth fighter…

19 May

Iran Weighs Multi-Million Reward Proposal Targeting Trump and Netanyahu

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Iran (Rajeev Sharma): Tensions in West Asia have escalated further after reports emerged that Iran’s parliament is considering legislation that would place a massive financial reward on the assassination of US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. According to international media reports, senior Iranian lawmakers are preparing a proposal that would authorise a payment of 50 million euros — roughly 58 million US dollars — to any person or group responsible for killing the two leaders. The proposed legislation, reportedly titled Counter-Action by the Military and Security Forces of the Islamic Republic, is expected to be presented…

16 May

Fresh Iran Showdown Possible as Trump Reviews Strike Plans After Beijing Talks

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering a major decision on Iran after returning from his strategic visit to China, with reports indicating that American defence officials are preparing military response options if diplomatic negotiations fail to break the current deadlock. Sources familiar with the developments suggest that senior Pentagon officials have resumed planning for possible air operations against Iranian targets, should Washington decide to abandon the current diplomatic track. The growing tensions come just after Trump wrapped up key meetings in Beijing with Chinese President Xi Jinping, where regional stability and Iran’s nuclear ambitions were among…