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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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  US weighs relaunching strikes on Iran under new name after Trump's China visit: Reports

  World | May 16, 2026 16:29 IST

  As per American media reports, the US is weighing launching fresh strikes against Iran if talks with the Middle East nation fail. These strikes will be launched under a new name to evade Congressional approval needed under 1973 War Powers Resolution.

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  'Not an iota of truth': PM Modi calls out false report on India mulling tax on foreign travel

  India | May 15, 2026 23:58 IST

  The rare rebuttal from the Prime Minister came on X as he reshared a media report, refuting it as "false" and lacking truth. The report claimed that the Centre is contemplating levying a cess or surcharge on foreign travel.

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  Iran slams UAE during BRICS meet, calls it 'an aggressor, not merely an accomplice to aggression'

  World | May 15, 2026 8:00 IST

  Iran delivered a fierce criticism of the UAE at the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi, accusing it of aiding aggression and escalating regional tensions. Tehran defended its military actions as lawful under the UN Charter and said the UAE must face accountability.

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  Haqiqat Kya Hai : Modi has discussed on war, the biggest meeting in Delhi

  Kurukshetra | May 15, 2026 3:23 IST

  New Delhi and Beijing, the world's attention is currently focused on these two locations. The BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting has begun in New Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with all the foreign ministers of the BRICS countries today. Xi Jinping and Donald Trump met in Beijing.

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  Hormuz should remain open, Iran will not acquire nuclear weapon: Key takeaways from Trump-Xi summit

  World | May 15, 2026 12:23 IST

  Trump and Xi have agreed that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open to support the free flow of energy. President Xi also made clear China's opposition to the militarisation of the Strait and any effort to charge a toll for its use.

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  BRICS can help countries facing challenges of energy supplies, food and health security: Jaishankar

  India | May 14, 2026 11:58 IST

  BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meet: EAM S Jaishankar said there's growing expectation, particularly from emerging markets, that BRICS will play a stabilising role in global landscape.

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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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  Indian LPG tanker MV Sunshine crosses Strait of Hormuz amid regional tension in West Asia: Sources

  World | May 14, 2026 6:42 IST

  MV Sunshine, an India-bound LPG tanker, is transiting the Strait of Hormuz with complete support from the Indian Navy and other agencies. Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said the waterway would become safer once peace prevails.

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  With ceasefire talks stalled, Trump and Hegseth claim 'control' over Iran and Strait of Hormuz

  World | May 13, 2026 6:38 IST

  The narrow Strait of Hormuz remains in Iran's chokehold, the US is maintaining a blockade against Iran and negotiations between the two countries appear at a standstill.

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  Pakistan allowed Iranian military aircraft on its airbases to escape US airstrikes: Report

  World | May 12, 2026 6:21 IST

  The report also claimed that Iran had parked its civilian aircraft in neighbouring Afghanistan to protect it from US airstrikes. Meanwhile, US Senator Lindsey Graham questioned Islamabad's role and called for a complete reevaluation of the country's actions as a mediator.

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  Haqiqat Kya Hai : A major crisis is coming, you will be saved if you follow Modi's 7 advice!

  Hakikat Kya Hai | May 12, 2026 3:24 IST

  Narendra Modi has warned the nation for the second time in 24 hours. The situation in West Asia could deteriorate at any time. A new phase of war between the US and Iran could begin at any time. Modi has warned the nation about the dangers that arise during wartime.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: US-Iran war will last long, how will Modi's warning save it?

  Aaj Ki Baat | May 12, 2026 3:16 IST

  The situation in the Middle East could worsen again. A war between the US and Iran could break out again because President Trump has rejected Iran's proposal.

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  Trump says ceasefire with Iran on 'massive life support', seeks 'complete victory'

  World | May 11, 2026 23:42 IST

  US President Donald Trump is now seeking a "complete victory" against the Iranians, whom he has repeatedly stressed that have been "militarily defeated".

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  'Proofs of failure': Rahul Gandhi attacks govt over PM Modi's appeals to counter West Asia crisis

  India | May 11, 2026 10:54 IST

  PM Modi suggested reducing petrol and diesel consumption, using metro rail services in cities, carpooling, increased use of electric vehicles, utilising railway services for parcel movement, and working from home to conserve foreign exchange amid the crisis in West Asia.

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  'TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE': Trump rejects Iran's response to US peace proposal to end West Asia war

  World | May 11, 2026 7:03 IST

  Donald Trump denounced Iran's response to Washington's de-escalation proposal, calling it unacceptable. Tehran has demanded sanctions relief, withdrawal of US forces and an end to regional hostilities.

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  Trump says Iran 'militarily defeated' as Tehran responds to US peace proposal via Pakistan

  World | May 10, 2026 23:47 IST

  US President Donald Trump, in an interview aired on Sunday, has once again claimed that Iran has been 'militarily defeated'. His remarks came after the Middle East nation sent its response via Pakistan to the peace proposal of the US.

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  'Use oil wisely, prioritise WFH, don't buy gold for a year': PM's message amid West Asia conflict

  India | May 11, 2026 7:06 IST

  Speaking at a rally in Telangana's Hyderabad, PM Modi has urged people to save oil because of ongoing global uncertainty due to the US-Iran war in the Middle East. He, however, maintained that his government's priority remains safeguarding India's interests.

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  'Led by lunatics': Trump's 'knock them out' warning to Iran after attack on 3 Navy ships in Hormuz

  World | May 08, 2026 6:36 IST

  President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran and threatened to hit the Islamic Republic with more strikes if it does not sign the peace treaty with the US. He also reiterated that Iran cannot be allowed to have nuclear weapons.