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05 Aug

US Signals Headway in Iran Negotiations, Says Nuclear Issue Remains Core Objective

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Washington, D.C. (Rajeev Sharma): The United States has indicated that diplomatic engagement with Iran is moving in a positive direction, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio saying discussions are progressing on immediate regional security concerns while a broader agreement centred on Iran's nuclear programme remains the ultimate goal. Speaking about the ongoing negotiations, Rubio said Washington's primary condition for any long-term agreement is that Iran must never be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon. He reiterated that the Trump administration continues to prioritise the complete denuclearisation of Iran as the foundation of any comprehensive deal. Rubio explained that current negotiations…

04 Aug

US Military Seeks Fresh Ideas to Increase Pressure on Iran as Conventional Options Narrow: Report

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The United States military is reportedly reassessing its approach toward Iran, with the US Central Command (CENTCOM) inviting personnel to suggest new and unconventional strategies to deal with Tehran. The move comes amid growing indications that existing military measures have not produced the desired strategic results. According to a CNN report, CENTCOM's intelligence division recently circulated an internal email encouraging military experts to contribute innovative ideas on how to intensify pressure on Iran. Officials described the initiative as part of a broader review of operational planning as Washington evaluates its next course of action. Unusual Call for…

22 Jul

Nuclear Threat Looms as US Pounds Iran for 11th Consecutive Night; War Cost Crosses Rs 3.2 Lakh Crore

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Washington/Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): The conflict between the United States and Iran intensified further after American forces launched another series of coordinated air and missile strikes on multiple Iranian locations early Wednesday, extending their military campaign into an 11th straight night. Alongside the fresh offensive, US President Donald Trump warned that Washington could soon target one of Iran's suspected underground nuclear facilities, raising fears of a dangerous new phase in the conflict. Iranian authorities reported that the latest attacks struck the cities of Chabahar, Konarak, Tabriz, Behbahan and Omidiyeh, with several military-related sites believed to have been hit. The overnight operation…

21 Jul

Tensions Surge as Iran Proclaims ‘Full-Scale War’ with the United States

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Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): Regional security across the Middle East has rapidly deteriorated after Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian proclaimed that his nation has entered a "full-scale war" with the United States. The declaration followed an intense night of military clashes, signaling a severe escalation in the ongoing confrontation between Washington and Tehran. Overnight, American military forces executed their tenth straight night of airstrikes against key Iranian targets, focusing on command headquarters, air defense systems, and coastal radar stations. These strikes were carried out in response to a recent series of attacks that caused casualties among American service members. Tehran retaliated by…

19 Jul

US Expands Offensive Against Iran Following Fatal Attack on American Troops in Jordan

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The military confrontation between the United States and Iran intensified on Sunday as US forces carried out another series of airstrikes targeting locations linked to Iran, a day after two American soldiers were killed in an attack in Jordan. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the operation was launched under the direction of President Donald Trump. According to the military, the objective was to reduce Iran’s operational capabilities in the Strait of Hormuz and respond to attacks allegedly carried out by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) against US personnel. The latest strikes reportedly focused on strategic…

14 Jul

Iran Says It Shot Down US Surveillance Drone Over Hormuz Amid Intensifying Military Standoff

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Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): Iran has claimed that its Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) brought down a US MQ-1 surveillance drone over the Strait of Hormuz, further escalating tensions between Tehran and Washington as both sides exchange military threats and operations in the Gulf region. The announcement was made through Iran's state broadcaster, Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB), which reported that the unmanned American aircraft had been intercepted over the strategic waterway. The claim was later repeated by several Iranian state-run media outlets. However, Iranian officials did not disclose details about the location of the incident or the circumstances surrounding…

13 Jul

Fresh wave of strikes fuels middle east tensions as US and Iran trade claims of military actions

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Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): The security situation in the Middle East has grown increasingly volatile following reports of fresh military action involving the United States and Iran, with both sides claiming to have targeted key strategic locations. According to reports, the United States launched strikes on Iran’s Aghajari Oil and Gas Airport, where visuals circulating online appeared to show large flames and smoke rising from the facility. Reports also indicated that the Mahshahr petrochemical complex was among the sites hit during the latest operations. Iran, meanwhile, claimed it had carried out retaliatory missile and drone attacks targeting several locations linked to…

29 Jun

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

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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…

27 Jun

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

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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

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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…