Washington

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): Authorities in Washington, D.C. have identified 31-year-old Cole Thomas Allen as the individual taken into custody following the security breach and shooting near the White House Correspondents’ Dinner attended by Donald Trump. The incident unfolded outside the Washington Hilton, where a large gathering of political leaders, journalists, and guests was underway. Investigators said the suspect attempted to push through a secured checkpoint but was intercepted before reaching the main event hall. Law enforcement officials reported that Allen was carrying multiple weapons, including firearms and knives. During the confrontation, security personnel engaged him, and a Secret Service officer…

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The war rhetoric surrounding the Iran conflict intensified further after Donald Trump delivered a blunt warning to Tehran, signalling the possibility of sweeping military action if negotiations fail to produce a breakthrough within days. Speaking in a series of interviews, Trump suggested that the United States could unleash large-scale strikes across Iran, including on critical infrastructure, if a deal is not finalised before the deadline. His remarks have drawn sharp reactions globally, with analysts warning that such moves could have far-reaching humanitarian and legal implications. Concerns have been raised that targeting essential civilian systems could breach international…