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  Lebanon-Israel hold first talks in 33 years in Washington amid Gulf tensions; more meetings expected

  World | April 15, 2026 6:40 IST

  The discussions come amid a broader regional crisis and follow a fragile ceasefire reached a week earlier involving the United States, Israel and Iran. Israel is expected to focus on the disarmament of Hezbollah and the possibility of a future peace agreement with Lebanon.

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  'Something could be happening...': Trump hints at second round of talks with Iran in Islamabad

  World | April 14, 2026 23:39 IST

  Iran war: The US and Iran failed to reach an agreement in the 21-hour marathon peace talks in Islamabad over the weekend, with Washington insisting that Tehran refused to give up its right to nuclear enrichment.

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  PM Modi, Trump hold 40-minute phone conversation, discuss Hormuz blockade issue

  India | April 14, 2026 23:59 IST

  PM Modi confirmed the phone call from Trump and said both of them reviewed the substantial progress achieved in bilateral cooperation in various sectors and are committed to further strengthening Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership in all areas.

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  JD Vance reaffirms US' red lines on Iran possessing nukes after failed talks: 'Ball in their court'

  World | April 14, 2026 8:08 IST

  On the first phase of marathon talks with Iran in Islamabad, Vance on Sunday said that discussions have made some progress, but a final agreement has not yet been reached.

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  Ceasefire clock ticks: US considers fresh talks with Iran after Islamabad stalemate

  World | April 14, 2026 6:36 IST

  Officials are said to be exploring possible dates and venues for the meeting. These plans depend largely on how ongoing discussions with Iran and regional mediators develop over the next few days. Sources described the situation as still being in its early stages.

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  Trump warns Iranian 'attack ships' will be 'eliminated' if they approach Hormuz blockade

  World | April 13, 2026 23:56 IST

  US President Donald Trump has issued a sharp warning to Iran, claiming its navy has been largely destroyed and cautioning against any move near the US blockade. He warned that Iranian ships approaching the blockade would be immediately eliminated.

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  Peter Magyar's rare praise for Trump resurfaces after Viktor Orban's Hungary election loss

  World | April 13, 2026 17:44 IST

  Péter Magyar, leader of the centre-right opposition Tisza party, defeated incumbent Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán in the election on Sunday.

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  'I have no fear of the Trump administration': Pope Leo hits back at US President over Iran war

  World | April 13, 2026 16:51 IST

  Pope Leo XIV has openly pushed back against Donald Trump's criticism, asserting that his message is rooted in the Gospel and not politics. As tensions rise over the Iran conflict, the Pope called for peace and reconciliation, while Trump launched sharp personal and political attacks.

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  UK won't back Trump's Iran move: Starmer refuses support for Hormuz blockade

  World | April 13, 2026 16:45 IST

  Starmer firmly stated that despite growing international pressure, the UK will not get involved in the Iran conflict without strong legal grounds and a clear plan.

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  'f(f(O))f(O)': Iran mocks Trump with 'mathematical' warning over Strait of Hormuz blockade

  World | April 13, 2026 9:59 IST

  The warning came as the US military confirmed it would enforce a blockade of all Iranian ports starting Monday evening local time. The move follows failed US-Iran ceasefire talks in Pakistan.

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  US-Iran war: US naval blockade against Iran begins; UKMTO confirms enforcement at Iranian ports

  World | April 13, 2026 23:48 IST

  As the talks failed to yield results, the US Central Command said on Monday that the American military will begin a naval blockade of Iran starting April 13. This action comes after President Donald Trump issued directives in this regard.

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  'If they don't come back...': Trump 'doesn't care' if Iran returns to negotiations as talks fail

  World | April 13, 2026 8:28 IST

  Speaking to reporters at the Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, US President Donald Trump criticised Iran for failing to 'honour its commitments' over the Strait of Hormuz, while claimed that the Islamic Republic's military has been largely defeated.

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  'Abandon totalitarianism': Iranian President Pezeshkian schools US over failed Islamabad talks

  World | April 13, 2026 7:24 IST

  After three rounds of intense ceasefire negotiations held in Pakistan, the United States said on Sunday that Tehran had declined to accept Washington’s proposal.

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  Iran threatens to trap enemies in 'deadly vortex' after Trump orders blockade of Strait of Hormuz

  World | April 12, 2026 23:51 IST

  Iran's reaction came after President Donald Trump announced that the US Navy would immediately begin a blockade on ships from entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz.

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  Trump warns China with 50% tariff threat if it sends arms to Iran

  World | April 12, 2026 23:52 IST

  This comes amid concerns that Beijing may be facilitating the transfer of weapons to Tehran, specifically shoulder-fired anti-aircraft missile systems (MANPADs), which have been used to target US military aircraft.

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  Vance reveals constant communication with Trump during failed US-Iran talks, blames nuclear dispute

  World | April 12, 2026 23:53 IST

  Vance spoke to reporters about the continuous communication he had with Trump and the US leadership. "We were talking to the President consistently," Vance said.

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  Trump announces US blockade of Straight of Hormuz, warns Iran after peace talks collapse

  World | April 12, 2026 20:38 IST

  Trump announced the US will begin blocking all ships entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz after US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad collapsed.

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  'Going to have big problems': Trump warns China against supplying weapons to Iran

  World | April 12, 2026 8:17 IST

  A US media report has claimed that China is preparing to ship weapons to Iran, including shoulder-fired anti-air missile systems. The report also stated that Iran is also using the ceasefire opportunity "replenish certain weapons systems" during the ceasefire.

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  'Gave best offer to Iran, no breakthrough yet': JD Vance after three rounds of US-Iran talks

  World | April 12, 2026 7:38 IST

  Vance stated that while the talks were positive, several critical issues remain unresolved between the United States and Iran.

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  'Deal makes no difference': Trump downplays Iran talks as US warships cross Strait of Hormuz

  World | April 12, 2026 6:43 IST

  Speaking to reporters outside White House, President Trump said that the American military has started clearing the Strait of Hormuz, which has become the flashpoint of the US-Iran peace talks. The Hormuz is one of the critical transit points through which nearly 20% of the global crude passes.