Middle East Unrest
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Who will sign the Iran peace deal in Switzerland for the US? Trump finally clears the air
World | Jun 16, 2026, 07:16 AM ISTA senior US official said efforts were underway to restore normal shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Under the terms of the understanding, the waterway is to be fully reopened by Friday, with large oil and gas tankers receiving priority passage to speed up the movement of energy supplies.
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Iran holds the clock till midnight to finalise deal with US; is it related to Trump's birthday?
World | Jun 15, 2026, 08:47 AM ISTWhile confirming the key agreement, Trump announced that the naval blockade at the Strait of Hormuz will be lifted. According to Iranian officials, both sides are expected to begin a proposed 60-day period of negotiations aimed at securing a final agreement.
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Iran, US agree on peace deal, but there's a catch: The demands Washington must meet first
World | Jun 15, 2026, 06:36 AM ISTThe announcement came after US President Donald Trump declared that a peace deal with Iran had been completed and that the US naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz would be lifted.
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'Death to Araghchi, dishonourable compromiser': Why Iranians turned against their foreign minister
World | Jun 14, 2026, 11:24 AM ISTThe demonstrations come at a sensitive diplomatic moment, as Iran and the United States are reportedly nearing the signing of a long-anticipated peace agreement aimed at de-escalating tensions in the Middle East.
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Did Vance acknowledge cracks in US–Israel alignment? VP’s America-first remark raises questions
World | Jun 11, 2026, 10:21 AM ISTThis came days after US President Donald Trump reportedly had a tense and angry phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, during which he strongly criticised Israel’s military strikes in Lebanon.
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No foreign trips, fewer convoys, EV push: Haryana's mega austerity push amid global energy concerns
Haryana | Jun 11, 2026, 08:03 AM ISTOfficials say the initiative is designed not only to achieve immediate savings in fuel and energy consumption but also to promote long-term sustainability, fiscal prudence, and environmentally responsible governance across the state.
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Saronic Corsair rescues pilots after Apache chopper crash near Hormuz; all about US Navy drone boat
World | Jun 10, 2026, 08:59 AM ISTOnce the crew was found, they were transferred safely using the autonomous vessel. They were then lifted from the water by a rescue helicopter. Officials said this is believed to be the first time an autonomous US Navy vessel deployed in the Middle East has been used directly in a rescue mission.
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Ceasefire in limbo? US strikes Iran following Apache helicopter crash; Tehran issues stark warning
World | Jun 10, 2026, 06:37 AM ISTThe announcement came shortly after US President Donald Trump accused Iran of bringing down the helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian state media reported explosions on an Iranian island located in the strategic waterway, rejecting Washington’s allegations regarding the helicopter incident.
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Same war, different endgames: How US, Israel drifted apart on handling Iran, Lebanon and Hezbollah
World | Jun 09, 2026, 08:37 AM ISTTrump has reportedly pushed for restraint, worried that continued escalation could disrupt negotiations with Iran and affect global fuel prices. He is also under domestic pressure to avoid another long Middle East conflict ahead of upcoming elections.
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Iran 'halts' ceasefire talks, Trump says negotiations continue | What fate awaits the Middle East?
World | Jun 03, 2026, 07:03 AM ISTDespite intense diplomatic engagement between Iran and the United States, the prospects for a breakthrough remain remote. The two sides continue to be divided on several contentious issues, including a ceasefire in Lebanon, the release of Iran’s frozen assets, and the future status of the Hormuz.
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Trump hopeful on Iran deal despite regional tensions; is Lebanon derailing a breakthrough?
World | Jun 02, 2026, 06:37 AM ISTAmid growing regional tensions, Trump revealed that he had spoken with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and representatives of Hezbollah in an effort to prevent further instability in Lebanon from affecting negotiations with Tehran.
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Did Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian resign over IRGC control? Here's the truth behind viral claim
World | Jun 01, 2026, 07:52 AM ISTThe reported resignation comes at a time of increasing signs of internal tensions within Iran’s leadership. It also coincides with ongoing negotiations between Iran and the United States.
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Abbas Araghchi dismisses 'speculation' on Iran-US talks; what's holding up the peace deal?
World | Jun 01, 2026, 06:32 AM ISTThe latest comments come at a time when hopes for a breakthrough have been tempered by new political obstacles in Washington. US President Donald Trump, who recently suggested that an agreement with Iran was close to completion, has reportedly asked for changes to the draft proposal.
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Trump hints at lifting Hormuz naval blockade, Iran says US President 'misleading' on peace deal
World | May 29, 2026, 11:54 PM ISTTrump claimed that any naval blockades affecting the waterway would be lifted and described ongoing or recent efforts to clear underwater mines, which he said had been removed in part by US naval operations. He added that any remaining mines should be swiftly eliminated by Iranian authorities.
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US, Iran near deal? Tehran on board for nuclear talks, ceasefire extension; Trump's approval awaited
World | May 28, 2026, 10:55 PM ISTThis comes at a sensitive moment, as tensions between the two countries have continued despite the existing ceasefire. US Central Command said Kuwait intercepted missiles launched from Iran late Wednesday night. American officials described the incident as an 'egregious ceasefire violation.'
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'Iran negotiating on fumes, wants deal': Trump vows to 'finish the job' as peace talks hang fire
World | May 27, 2026, 11:28 PM ISTOn the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz, Trump vowed that the key shipping route would remain open for everyone. He said the US will keep a watch on it but no country is going to control it.
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Massive surge in fuel sales across Maharashtra amid panic buying, government assures no shortage
Maharashtra | May 25, 2026, 07:42 PM ISTA review meeting on fuel supply was held at Mantralaya in Mumbai. Senior officials, including additional chief secretary Anil Diggikar, state rationing controller Chandrakant Dange, and representatives of oil companies attended the meeting.
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Trump signals Iran deal progress, says no relief on Hormuz blockade, sanctions until pact signed
World | May 24, 2026, 11:49 PM ISTIn a strongly worded post on Truth Social, Trump sharply criticised the 2015 Iran nuclear agreement brokered under former President Barack Obama, describing it as 'one of the worst deals ever made' and accusing the Obama administration of paving 'a direct path to Iran developing a Nuclear Weapon.'
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Deliver faster, focus on citizens: PM Modi sets tough reform agenda for ministers in marathon meet
India | May 21, 2026, 10:50 PM ISTThe meeting began at 5 pm at Seva Teerth and included Union Cabinet ministers, ministers of state with independent charge and ministers of state.
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Iran threatens to open new fronts against US and Israel; Trump says 'all set to start' strikes
World | May 19, 2026, 11:53 PM ISTThe comments come shortly after Trump claimed military action against Iran was stopped following requests from several Gulf countries, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, who believed progress was being made in talks.