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  Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again: Here’s why Tehran took such step despite ceasefire with US

  World | June 20, 2026 23:40 IST

  he statement on state television also warned that "if the aggression continues, subsequent steps have been planned." Ships had begun transiting the strait after the interim US-Iran agreement was signed earlier in the week.

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  Iran-US peace deal already signed digitally? Vice President JD Vance makes big claim

  World | June 15, 2026 21:44 IST

  The US Vice President underscored that the deal would be implemented on a performance-based framework, with sanctions relief linked to concrete actions by Iran as per the agreement.

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  Trump says US-Iran deal in 'a few hours,' blames Israel for delay: Report

  World | June 14, 2026 23:33 IST

  US President Donald Trump said the proposed US-Iran peace agreement, which could pave the way for ending the conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

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  'Let's not blow it': Trump warns after Israel hits Beirut, says Iran peace deal is 'very close'

  World | June 14, 2026 21:01 IST

  Israel and Hezbollah have been engaged in renewed hostilities since March 2, when the Iran-backed militant group launched rockets and drones at northern Israel, saying the attack was in retaliation for the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

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  Iran agrees to give up enriched uranium as part of US proposed peace deal: Report

  World | May 24, 2026 10:29 IST

  Iran has committed to surrendering the material in a general statement; the exact mechanisms for how the uranium will be relinquished remain unfinalized and are slated to be hammered out after a formal deal is signed.

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  Trump 'seriously considering' launching new strikes against Iran if peace deal fails: Report

  World | May 23, 2026 7:27 IST

  Trump met with a senior national security team in the morning to discuss the war on Iran even as Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir visited Tehran and was joined by a delegation from Qatar in a last-minute bid to hammer out a deal.

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  US lost 42 aircraft, including fighter jets and MQ-9 Reaper drones, in conflict with Iran: Report

  World | May 20, 2026 9:52 IST

  The number of aircraft damaged or destroyed may remain subject to revision due to multiple factors, including classification, ongoing combat activity, and attribution, said the report by the Congressional Research Service (CRS).

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  Trump halts plan to attack Iran at request of Gulf allies; warns US ready for full-scale assault

  World | May 19, 2026 6:43 IST

  US President Donald Trump did not offer details about the planned attack but said he instructed the US military "to be prepared to go forward with a full, large-scale assault of Iran, on a moment's notice, in the event that an acceptable Deal is not reached.

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  India condemns drone attack on Barakah nuclear facility in UAE, calls it 'dangerous escalation'

  India | May 18, 2026 7:42 IST

  The attack on Barakah nuclear power plant has since triggered widespread international concern, even though no faction has come forward to claim responsibility for the aerial incursion.

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  'Calm before the storm': Trump shares cryptic post amid reports of possible fresh strikes on Iran

  World | May 17, 2026 7:27 IST

  US President Donald Trump's cryptic post comes amid reports that the US is considering launching fresh strikes on Iran if diplomacy fails to pave the way for peace in the Middle East.

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  Iran FM Araghchi brings 'Minab168' to Delhi as West Asia conflict casts shadow on BRICS talks

  World | May 14, 2026 11:16 IST

  Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi is visiting India primarily to attend a two-day meeting of BRICS foreign ministers beginning today.

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  Israel claims Netanyahu 'secretly' visited UAE during Iran war; Arab nation denies reports

  World | May 14, 2026 6:43 IST

  According to the Israeli PMO, Netanyahu met with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in a gathering that "resulted in a historic breakthrough in relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates."

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  Iran attacks Togo-flagged chemical tanker with Indian crew near Oman

  India | April 27, 2026 23:44 IST

  The tanker, sailing alongside other ships, was intercepted by Iranian forces, prompting the warning fire. Authorities confirmed that all Indian crew members on board are safe.

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  Iran's Foreign Minister returns to Pakistan amid uncertainty over second round of talks with US

  World | April 26, 2026 23:49 IST

  This is Araghchi's second visit to the Pakistani capital in two days, and he is expected to continue onwards to Moscow after concluding his brief stop in Pakistan.

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  Iran says reopening of Hormuz 'impossible' amid US blockade, calls it 'ceasefire violation'

  World | April 22, 2026 23:41 IST

  The standoff between the US and Iran has effectively choked off nearly all exports through the strait - where 20 per cent of the world's traded oil passes in peacetime - with no end in sight.

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  US, Iran signal return to Pakistan for ceasefire talks as truce nears expiry, reports AP

  World | April 21, 2026 17:27 IST

  Earlier, rounds of direct talks between the US and Iran were held in Islamabad on April 11 and 12, but they ended without any breakthrough, leaving the future of negotiations uncertain.

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  Iran-US ceasefire talks: JD Vance to lead second round of negotiations in Pakistan

  World | April 19, 2026 22:29 IST

  The two-week ceasefire is set to end on April 22. The first round of ceasefire negotiations ended in a gridlock between Tehran and Washington over the energy artery, the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran's nuclear capacities.

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  Indian tanker 'Desh Garima' clears Strait of Hormuz as two vessels turn back after firing

  World | April 19, 2026 23:37 IST

  The Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) tanker is the 10th India-flagged vessel to have crossed the Strait of Hormuz since early March.

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  India summons Iranian ambassador after firing on two Indian-flagged ships in Strait of Hormuz

  India | April 18, 2026 23:42 IST

  India summoned Iran’s envoy Dr Mohammad Fathali after firing by Iranian forces forced two Indian vessels to change course in the Strait of Hormuz. A protest was lodged over the incident, raising concerns about shipping safety in a key global oil route.

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  Trump announces 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon after talks with Netanyahu, Aoun

  World | April 16, 2026 23:48 IST

  US President Donald Trump said he has directed Vice President JD Vance, Secretary Rubio, and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Caine to work closely with both nations to achieve a lasting peace.