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  'Armed forces prepared': Iran says war with US may resume, cites Washington's lack of commitment

  World | May 02, 2026 14:04 IST

  Iranian military commander Mohammad Jafar Asadi said evidence has shown that the United States does not adhere to any commitments which may results in resumption of the conflict, currently on halt.

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  US approves $8.6 billion military sales to Israel, Mideast allies as uncertainty over Iran war looms

  World | May 02, 2026 8:55 IST

  The US State Department has said it has approved sale of military equipment worth totalling USD 8.6 billion to its partners in the Middle East such as Israel, Kuwait, Qatar and the UAE. This comes as the uncertainty over the conflict with Iran continues in the Middle East.

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  US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany as Trump labels NATO 'paper tiger' again

  World | May 02, 2026 8:07 IST

  According to a Pentagon spokesperson, the withdrawal of US troops from Germany will likely take place in the next sixth to 12 months. Germany has several military facilities of the US, including the headquarters of its European and Africa commands.

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  'Mideast, Europe would've been blown': Trump vows to stop Iran's nuclear programme

  World | May 02, 2026 6:34 IST

  Speaking at an event at The Villages in Florida, US President Donald Trump said Iran would attack Israel and other parts of the Middle East, before eventually attacking Europe if it is allowed to have nuclear weapons.

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  Iran sends new peace proposal to US via Pakistan to end conflict, Trump says he is 'not satisfied'

  World | May 01, 2026 23:48 IST

  Iran has submitted a fresh proposal for talks with the US through Pakistan to ease the West Asia conflict, focusing on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The Islamabad round of peace talks collapsed after the Iranian delegation walked out last month.

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  US to strike Iran again? 6,500 tonnes munitions sent to Israel within 24 hours

  World | May 01, 2026 14:48 IST

  Israel has received around 15,600 tonnes of military equipment since the beginning of the war with Iran on February 28. Israel has said it is doing everything possible to ensure that its armed forces are prepared fully against the enemy.

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  Trump administration says Iran war 'terminated', mulls avoiding congressional approval

  World | May 01, 2026 8:28 IST

  President Donald Trump, who has often criticised the Congress for limiting his powers for the Iran war, will soon discuss with top American military officials to hear about options.

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  'Iran dying to make deal, only a few people know real status of talks': Trump

  World | May 01, 2026 6:31 IST

  Speaking at reporters at the Oval Office of White House in Washington, US President Donald Trump reiterated Iran's military has been completely destroyed and said Tehran's "drone factories are about 82 per cent down".

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  Trump floats new plan to reopen Hormuz, coordinates with allies to impose higher costs on Iran

  World | April 30, 2026 20:16 IST

  Trump is weighing multiple diplomatic and policy options to push Iran to end its chokehold on the waterway, said the official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorised to comment publicly.

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  Mojtaba targets Trump, says new management of Hormuz will bring calm, eliminate enemy's abuses

  World | April 30, 2026 23:43 IST

  Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's supreme leader, said the only place Americans belong in the Persian Gulf is "at the bottom of its waters," as the Strait of Hormuz remains in Tehran's chokehold.

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  Pakistan double crosses America, announces 6 new land routes to Iran amid Hormuz blockade

  World | April 30, 2026 23:44 IST

  By providing this strategic lifeline, Islamabad risks a severe diplomatic rift with the US, signalling a tactical shift towards regional alliances and Iranian energy dependence.

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  'Could give them a heart attack': Iran threatens to unveil new weapon, mocks Trump again

  World | April 30, 2026 10:07 IST

  Amid claims by Trump that Iran's military has been completely destroyed, Tehran has threatened to unveil a new weapon against its enemies that it says could give them a "heart attack".

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  Iranian cyber group leaks names, home addresses of over 2,000 US military personnel: Report

  World | April 30, 2026 7:18 IST

  An Iranian cyber group, 'Handala', has claimed that it has leaked the personal details, including names and home addresses, of around 2,379 US military personnel and officials. This was the same group which had hacked the personal email of FBI director Kash Patel last month.

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  'Choking like a stuffed pig': Trump threatens to continue Iran's blockade until nuclear deal

  World | April 30, 2026 6:43 IST

  US President Donald Trump has said that Iran wants a deal with the US to lift the blockade, which he said is "more effective than the bombing". He added that it is time for the Middle East nation to "cry uncle" and say "we give up."

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  Putin, Trump hold telephonic conversation; discuss Iran war, White House shooting in 1.5-hour call

  World | April 29, 2026 23:43 IST

  Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump engaged in a lengthy phone call described by the Kremlin as "productive and cordial". The discussion centred on the Iran crisis, the Persian Gulf situation, Ukraine and a recent White House-linked shooting.

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  West Asia crisis: Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi dials EAM Jaishankar

  India | April 29, 2026 22:17 IST

  The phone conversation came two days after Araghchi held wide-ranging discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow.

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  Trump claims Iran wants US to open Hormuz soon as they figure out their leadership situation

  World | April 28, 2026 23:47 IST

  "They want us to 'Open the Hormuz ​Strait,' as soon as possible, as they try to ‌figure ⁠out their leadership situation (Which I believe they will be able to do!)" Trump said in a social media post.

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  'On verge of stopping operations': Airlines warn of shutdown, seek ATF price relief from Centre

  Business | April 28, 2026 16:25 IST

  The West Asia turmoil has pushed up oil prices, and airspace restrictions have increased airlines' operating costs, especially on long-haul routes.

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  Anwar Gargash, UAE President's advisor, says Iran acts like superpower even without nuclear weapons

  World | April 27, 2026 20:17 IST

  Anwar Gargash stressed that its scale and execution confirm that this was not an isolated decision, but a strategic move carried out despite sustained Gulf efforts to de-escalate and avoid confrontation, including a unified position not to facilitate any action against Iran.

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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.