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Iran unhappy with USA's unfair treatment over travel restrictions, set to lodge complaint to FIFA
Football | Jun 19, 2026, 03:47 PM ISTIran’s football federation plans to file a complaint with FIFA over travel restrictions at the 2026 World Cup. Officials say mandatory travel between Tijuana and US venues has disrupted training, recovery and preparations for key Group G matches.
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US-Iran peace deal under shadow as Israeli strikes kill 16 in Lebanon
World | Jun 19, 2026, 11:19 AM ISTThe violence comes just one day after the United States and Iran signed a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which was presented as a roadmap for peace in the Middle East.
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Why was Iran's football team asked to 'leave US immediately' after FIFA World Cup draw with NZ?
Football | Jun 16, 2026, 12:48 PM ISTIran escaped a major scare from New Zealand after salvaging a 2-2 draw with the much-lower-ranked team in their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener in Inglewood. Iran were asked to leave the US right after their match against the All Whites, team coach Amir Ghalenoei revealed.
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Iran kick off FIFA World Cup campaign with New Zealand stalemate; check how AFC teams have performed
Football | Jun 16, 2026, 11:22 AM ISTIran survived a major scare from New Zealand to kick off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign in Inglewood. Team Melli were down twice in their outing against the All Whites, but salvaged a 2-2 stalemate as the AFC teams remain unbeaten in the tournament so far.
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Iran affirms, Trump calls it 'fake news': The $300 billion question that threatens the peace deal
World | Jun 16, 2026, 07:46 AM ISTA reported $300 billion reconstruction-linked package which Trump seems to be denying has emerged as the biggest obstacle to a proposed US-Iran peace agreement, but why?
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Trump says oil ships resume Hormuz transit after Iran-US deal, calls route 'totally safe'
World | Jun 15, 2026, 11:53 PM ISTTrump says oil-loaded ships have resumed movement through the Strait of Hormuz after the US-Iran peace deal. An Indian LNG carrier has also crossed the route as Gulf nations welcome the agreement and shipping activity begins returning to normal.
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Iran reach US for FIFA World Cup 2026 after peace deal agreement; what can be next for them?
Football | Jun 15, 2026, 01:52 PM ISTIran's national football team was forced to change its training base from Arizona to Baja California due to the war between the US and Iranian regimes. Iran have now travelled to the US ahead of their tournament opener against New Zealand.
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US-Iran peace deal: Netanyahu refuses to back down on Lebanon; Trump calls him 'difficult guy'
World | Jun 15, 2026, 11:15 AM ISTA proposed US-Iran agreement aimed at ending hostilities has hit a hurdle after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly rejected provisions related to Lebanon. Israel has signalled it will continue operations against Hezbollah.
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Trump Announces 'Great Settlement' to End Iran War, Aims to Sign Peace Deal in Europe This Weekend!
Originals | Jun 12, 2026, 12:16 PM ISTIn a major geopolitical development, US President Donald Trump announced that a "great settlement" has been reached to end the war with Iran, with a formal agreement expected to be signed as soon as this weekend in Europe.
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'Careful Bibi, or you'll be on your own': The Trump call that made Netanyahu reconsider Iran strikes
World | Jun 09, 2026, 07:53 AM ISTUS President Donald Trump warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Israel could soon be "on its own" if it escalated its confrontation with Iran, according to a report by Axios.
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'Exit by available means of transport': India's fresh Iran advisory as Mideast conflict escalates
India | Jun 08, 2026, 01:15 PM ISTThe Embassy of India in Tehran said, "In view of the latest developments in the region, the Embassy reiterates its earlier advice to all Indian Nationals to avoid any travel to Iran."
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'Peace deal very...': Why Trump asked Netanyahu 'not to retaliate' despite Iran's strike on Israel
World | Jun 08, 2026, 07:41 AM ISTTrump urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to retaliate after Iran launched missiles at Israel, arguing that a counterstrike could derail a peace agreement with Tehran that he says is "very close" to being finalised.
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Burner phones, spying fears and an Iran divide: Trump-Netanyahu rift out in open?
World | Jun 06, 2026, 01:47 PM ISTThe US Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) reportedly circulated an internal assessment expressing concerns about alleged Israeli intelligence-gathering efforts targeting senior US officials.
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Will Iran play FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in USA amid ongoing war? White House gives indication
Football | Jun 05, 2026, 11:23 PM ISTIran's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup appears on track after the United States granted visas to the national team. The squad will be based in Mexico before Group G matches against New Zealand, Belgium and Egypt in the US.
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'Era of hit and run over': Iran strikes US bases; Israel-Hezbollah tensions grow | Top updates
World | Jun 03, 2026, 07:57 AM ISTIran and the United States exchange military strikes, with Tehran launching missiles and drones towards US military facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain following American strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island. US and Gulf air defence systems intercepted most of the attacks.
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Iran war: Israeli strikes continue across Southern Lebanon despite ceasefire push
World | Jun 02, 2026, 11:32 PM ISTIran has suspended indirect negotiations with the United States following Israel's ongoing military operations in Lebanon, significantly raising tensions in an already volatile region. While US President Donald Trump claims he has secured a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah.
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Iran suspends peace talks with US over Israel's fresh strikes on Lebanon: Report
World | Jun 01, 2026, 11:54 PM ISTIran has reportedly paused its peace talks with the United States in response to Israel's military offensive in Lebanon. The move has increased pressure on an already fragile regional ceasefire arrangement.
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Commercial LPG become costlier from June 1; cost up by Rs 42 in Delhi
Business | Jun 01, 2026, 07:13 AM ISTIn Delhi, the price has gone up by Rs 42, taking the retail rate to Rs 3,113.50 per cylinder. In Kolkata, the increase is steeper at Rs 53.50, with the new price reaching Rs 3,255.50.
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Iran claims it shot down US MQ-1 drone on 'hostile operations'
World | May 31, 2026, 09:04 AM ISTThe US MQ-1 drone was immediately detected by the IRGC's surveillance and air defence systems and was subsequently targeted by advanced air defence missiles.
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Trump drops cryptic 'discombobulated' post amid warnings US could restart war
World | May 31, 2026, 08:43 AM ISTIran has maintained that progress on the Lebanon situation is necessary before it can move forward on a broader peace agreement with the United States. At the same time, military activity continues in southern Lebanon.