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Trump at UNGA 2026: Iran warning, Russia-Ukraine war and US push for AI dominance | Top quotes
World | Sep 22, 2026, 09:17 PM ISTAt the UN General Assembly, Donald Trump said Iran would never be allowed to have a nuclear weapon and left open the possibility of a deal with Tehran. He also backed continued US leadership in AI, calling superintelligence the next major frontier.
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Iran says Strait of Hormuz could reopen within 7 days, but US must meet this condition
World | Sep 22, 2026, 05:05 PM ISTIran has suggested it could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if the US eases military pressure and lifts its blockade on Iranian ports. The proposal comes amid nearly seven months of war and growing economic pressure on Tehran.
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Iran's Economy Shrinks 10.1%: How Trump's Pressure and War Are Crushing Tehran's Economy
Originals | Sep 22, 2026, 02:53 PM ISTIran's economy is reportedly facing severe pressure amid the US-Iran war. This comes as reports indicated Iran's real GDP contracting 10.1% year-on-year in the first quarter of the Persian calendar.
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Strait of Hormuz standoff deepens as Iran rules out talks until US meets Tehran's conditions
World | Sep 21, 2026, 07:26 AM ISTIran has said it will not reopen the Strait of Hormuz or return to the previous US negotiation framework until Washington meets Tehran's conditions. The announcement came as Iran warned of retaliation against American interests, while the US continued to enforce its naval blockade.
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Iran sets 7 conditions to restart talks with US, warns of 'decisive war' if Trump rejects demands
World | Sep 20, 2026, 06:53 AM ISTQatar had conveyed Iran's conditions to the United States. Iran's conditions included an end to the war on all fronts, the release of frozen Iranian funds, and an end to the naval blockade.
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US President Trump signs Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act allowing up to 100% tariff on India, China
World | Sep 19, 2026, 07:58 AM ISTA country is exempt from the gas-related duties if its Russian gas imports accounted for less than 15 per cent of Russia's total exports during the applicable period and it has taken "significant steps" to reduce those imports.
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Russia, China veto US-backed UN bid to extend monitoring of Iran nuclear program
World | Sep 18, 2026, 09:39 AM ISTRussia and China vetoed a US-backed UN resolution seeking to extend the mandate of experts monitoring sanctions on Iran. The proposal secured 11 votes but failed after the two permanent council members voted against it.
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Iran, Oman agree on new entry, exit routes for Strait of Hormuz amid West Asia tensions: Report
World | Sep 13, 2026, 12:44 PM ISTThe development comes amid heightened tensions in West Asia, with the strategic waterway remaining a key focus of regional and international attention.
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BRICS Business Forum 2026 in pictures: PM Modi meets Putin, Pezeshkian, Guterres and other leaders
India | Sep 12, 2026, 12:04 AM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi met Vladimir Putin, Masoud Pezeshkian, Cyril Ramaphosa and UN Secretary-General António Guterres at the BRICS Business Forum and its sidelines in New Delhi. He also visited the INNOPROM exhibition with Putin and gifted him a Russian translation of the Thirukkural.
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Pakistan rattled by Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia, issues stern warning to Iran
World | Sep 10, 2026, 12:04 PM ISTPakistan has warned Iran following attacks by Houthi rebels on Saudi Arabia, urging Tehran to rein in the group while citing its defence agreement with Riyadh. The warning comes amid heightened tensions in the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
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Explosions rock Iran's coast, blasts heard at Saudi air base amid continued tensions in Middle East
World | Sep 10, 2026, 08:07 AM ISTMultiple explosions were reported across Iran's coastal areas and in parts of Saudi Arabia as tensions remained high in the region. The developments came shortly after Donald Trump said the war with Iran would end immediately after the US midterm elections.
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Iran fires missiles at US targets in Jordan after America destroys five Iranian oil tankers
World | Sep 09, 2026, 06:34 AM ISTIran has fired ballistic missiles towards US targets in Jordan after Washington destroyed five Iranian oil tankers following attempted attacks on an American warship. Jordan said it intercepted 18 of 20 missiles, while two landed in unpopulated areas.
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Iran hails ties with India after PM Modi-Pezeshkian meet, eyes deeper trade ties at BRICS Summit
World | Sep 08, 2026, 07:03 AM ISTIran has called its relationship with India historic and civilisational ahead of President Masoud Pezeshkian's BRICS visit to New Delhi. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmail Baghaei emphasised the importance Tehran places on its long-standing ties with New Delhi.
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Speed News: Satya Niketan PG Owner Hariram Bansal Arrested in Bhiwadi
Originals | Sep 07, 2026, 05:43 PM ISTSatya Niketan PG Owner Hariram Bansal Arrested in Bhiwadi. CM Rekha Gupta suspends 5 MCD officials after delhi building collapse. Amritsar airport on high alert after drones spotted near runway, 7 flights diverted. Get all the latest updates of the day in today's Speed News.
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Hezbollah, Houthis, Hamas: How Iran is planning a multi-front October 7 style attack on Israel
World | Sep 06, 2026, 11:58 PM ISTTehran is planning for a multi-front blueprint, where all its proxies - Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis and various Iraqi militias can launch a co-ordinated campaign on Israel. Israel Defence Forces have identified renewed connection between Hamas and Hezbollah with the help of Iran.
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11 killed, 7 injured after fuel tanker crashes and explodes in western Iran
World | Sep 06, 2026, 12:37 PM ISTA fuel tanker exploded in western Iran after reportedly hitting other vehicles near Sanandaj, killing 11 people and injuring seven. State media attributed the crash to a faulty brake system, with the injured taken to hospitals.
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'You will soon see': Iran warns US of 'new strategy' in battlefield, diplomacy after fresh strikes
World | Sep 02, 2026, 07:46 PM ISTThe US military struck targets in Iran as hostilities escalated following a month-long pause in military action. Iran responded by launching missiles and drones towards US targets across the Middle East.
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Donald Trump's son Barron keeps low profile amid death threats from Iran: 'He doesn't go out'
World | Aug 30, 2026, 11:46 PM ISTBarron Trump has largely stayed out of the public eye amid security concerns linked to threats against the Trump family. The 20-year-old has reportedly spent much of the summer with Melania Trump in New Jersey as attention remains on his safety.
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Mojtaba Khamenei's voice heard publicly for first time as new footage of Iran Supreme Leader emerges
World | Aug 25, 2026, 09:33 AM ISTIran has released rare footage of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, with his voice heard publicly for the first time. The undated video shows him listening to a student's thesis and discussing the "Islamic Security Model" with students.
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Iran invited to join Saudi-Pak-Turkey defence pact. A new geopolitical equation in Middle East?
Explainers | Aug 24, 2026, 07:42 AM ISTAn Iranian official has claimed that Tehran has received a proposal to join the 'Mecca Joint Defence Agreement' that was signed between Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan on August 7. Though there is no official confirmation, a report has claimed that Iran is considering the proposal.