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18 Jul

Seventh Consecutive Night of US Strikes Deepens Iran Conflict; Tehran Signals Expanded Military Response

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The confrontation between the United States and Iran intensified dramatically as American forces launched another round of airstrikes for the seventh consecutive night, prompting Tehran to warn that the conflict could spread beyond its borders if the attacks continue. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the latest operations were aimed at weakening Iran's military capabilities and reducing its ability to conduct offensive operations. While Washington maintained that its strikes targeted military infrastructure, Iranian officials accused the US of hitting civilian facilities, including transportation hubs and public infrastructure. Reacting sharply, senior Iranian military adviser Major General Mohsen…

13 Jul

Fresh US-Iran Military Exchange Deepens Gulf Crisis; Tehran Says Prospects for Dialogue Have Diminished

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Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): A new round of military action between the United States and Iran has further heightened tensions in the Gulf, with Tehran accusing Washington of undermining diplomatic efforts after American strikes reportedly left one person dead and several others injured. Iranian officials said the latest attack targeted an agricultural pumping station in the city of Mahshahr, describing the strike as an unjustified escalation. The government maintained that repeated military operations by the US have significantly weakened the possibility of resolving differences through negotiations. The fresh confrontation unfolded against the backdrop of growing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz,…

12 Jun

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

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Trending, World NewsIndia, Iran, Tehran, US

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…

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…

13 Apr

Tehran Counters US Blockade Threat with Economic Warning, Signals Oil Shock Ahead

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Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): Iran has responded sharply to Washington’s proposed maritime restrictions by cautioning that any disruption in the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a ripple effect across global energy markets, with consequences likely to be felt most strongly by American consumers. Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf took an unconventional route to deliver the message, sharing a mathematical expression on social media to illustrate how tightening supply chains could lead to amplified increases in oil prices. Alongside the formula, he posted current fuel rates in the United States, suggesting that they may soon appear modest in comparison to what…

08 Mar

Tehran Fuel Depot Ablaze as Israel Strikes; Trump Vows Tougher Action Against Iran

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Tehran/Jerusalem (Rajeev Sharma): The confrontation between Israel and Iran escalated sharply late Saturday after an Israeli strike hit a major fuel storage facility in the Iranian capital, sending huge flames and thick smoke into the night sky and signalling a further widening of the week-long conflict. Footage from Tehran showed fire and smoke rising above the city after the facility was struck. The Israeli military confirmed that it had targeted fuel storage installations as part of its ongoing operations against Iran. Iranian state media blamed the strike on joint actions by Israel and the United States, claiming the attack damaged…

06 Mar

Israel Did Not Brief PM Modi on Tehran Strikes Despite Recent State Visit, Says Foreign Minister

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, World NewsGideon Saar, Israel, Narendra Modi, Raisina Dialogue, Tehran

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh)— Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar confirmed on Friday, March 6, 2026, that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was not briefed in advance regarding Israel's pre-emptive strikes on Tehran, despite having concluded a high-profile two-day state visit to Israel just days before the operation began. Speaking at the Raisina Dialogue in the Indian capital, Saar clarified that the timing of the decision made prior consultation impossible. "We have great relations with Prime Minister Modi and with India, and we have deepened our ties," Saar stated during an interactive session at the conference. However, he explained that the final…

04 Mar

U.S. Strike on Iranian Warship Leaves at least 80 Dead as West Asia Crisis Intensifies

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsIranian warship, Pentagon, Tehran, US strike, West Asia crisis

Washington/Tehran (Rajeev Sharma)— The escalating conflict in West Asia reached a perilous new height on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, after a United States missile strike on an Iranian warship in the Gulf region reportedly killed at least 80 personnel. The strike, which targeted a vessel identified as a significant asset in Iran’s naval operations, marks a direct military confrontation that threatens to pull the entire region into a full-scale maritime war. According to reports from various sources, the U.S. operation was conducted in response to what the Pentagon described as "imminent threats" to international shipping lanes and American naval assets…

15 Jun

Tehran Oil Depot Remains Operational After Israeli Strike, Confirms Iranian Officials

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsIran, Tehran

Tehran (National Times): Despite sustaining damage from a suspected Israeli strike, fuel production and distribution at Iran’s Shahran oil depot continue without disruption, according to the country’s oil ministry. A fire broke out at the depot following the strike, but authorities managed to contain it before it could spread to other fuel tanks. The Iranian Students’ News Agency (ISNA) quoted the Director of Supply and Distribution at the National Petroleum Products Distribution Company, who confirmed that swift emergency measures helped avert a broader catastrophe. “Thanks to immediate response teams, the fire was prevented from spreading to nearby storage facilities,” the…