Middle East
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War of words at UN: 'Be polite,' says Iran; 'Not going to dignify this,' replies US
World | Mar 01, 2026, 05:50 AM ISTThe confrontation unfolded between US Ambassador Mike Waltz and Iran’s Ambassador Amir-Saeid Iravani. Speaking at the meeting, Waltz defended the US operation, known as “Operation Epic Fury,” saying it was authorised by President Donald Trump.
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Iran orders resumption of nuclear talks with US amid threats by Trump
World | Feb 02, 2026, 11:52 PM ISTIt remains unclear, though, whether the US will strike Iran or not. Meanwhile, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has warned the US against any misadventure in the region and said that any attack by Washington could spark a "regional war" in the Middle East.
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Two Middle East-bound flights diverted to Thiruvananthapuram airport
India | Nov 19, 2025, 11:57 AM ISTThiruvananthapuram International Airport authorities handled the unplanned arrivals with great efficiency, ensuring the passengers and crew received all necessary care and support during their unexpected stopover.
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Trump's 'embarrassing' umbrella fail goes viral amid Middle East trip | WATCH
World | Oct 13, 2025, 07:02 AM ISTTrump departed for a key Middle East peace mission on a rainy Sunday in Maryland. While boarding Air Force One, he faced an awkward umbrella moment, which quickly went viral.
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Israel 'plotted' to assassinate Khamenei during war: Here's how Iranian leader escaped death
World | Jun 27, 2025, 10:50 AM ISTIsrael’s defence minister said they would have killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei during the 12-day war if they had the chance, but he went underground while Israel targeted top Iranian officials.
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Why Iran suspended cooperation with IAEA and demanded nuclear security guarantees: Explained
World | Jun 25, 2025, 04:52 PM ISTIran’s parliament approved a bill to suspend all cooperation with the IAEA. The move comes amid escalating tensions following the recent conflict with Israel.
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From ally to adversary: US once fuelled Iran's nuclear dream, now aims to end it
Explainers | Sep 03, 2025, 01:00 PM ISTThe Tehran Research Reactor, a small nuclear facility used for peaceful scientific purposes, was originally supplied to Iran by the United States in the 1960s as part of President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s "Atoms for Peace" initiative.
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From Gaza to Ukraine: UN warns of rising 'weaponisation of food', what does it mean?
World | Jun 25, 2025, 05:39 PM ISTUnlike nuclear weapons, the manipulation of food access remains a common tactic in modern conflicts. In today’s interconnected world, this method of warfare poses an even greater and more far-reaching threat.
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Israel-Iran conflict: Air India to resume most Middle East flights from June 25
Business | Jun 24, 2025, 04:21 PM ISTIn a statement, Air India said the flights to Europe reinstated from Tuesday and the services to the East Coast of the US, Canada will resume at the earliest.
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'Iran now incapable of building nuclear weapons': US Vice President JD Vance
World | Jun 24, 2025, 01:49 PM ISTUS Vice President Vance said that Iran is now incapable of developing a nuclear weapon, following recent US-Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. The statement marks a potential turning point in the long-standing nuclear standoff, with Washington now urging a diplomatic path forward.
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Calls to Netanyahu, meetings at White House: What went on behind the scenes before Israel-Iran truce
World | Jun 24, 2025, 01:18 PM ISTShortly after Iran launched missiles at a US military base in Qatar, reportedly in retaliation for earlier US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, Trump and his team quickly mobilised to bring a ceasefire between Israel and Iran to reality.
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'Ceasefire is now in effect, don't violate it': Trump affirms after Iranian strikes kill 4 in Israel
World | Jun 24, 2025, 11:30 AM IST"THE CEASEFIRE IS NOW IN EFFECT. PLEASE DO NOT VIOLATE IT! DONALD J. TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES," Trump posted on his Truth Social platform.
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Israel-Iran ceasefire updates: Trump says ceasefire in effect as he criticises both Iran and Israel
World | Jun 24, 2025, 11:26 PM ISTIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said he held off on tougher strike against Iran after speaking to US President Donald Trump. The office further said Israel struck an Iranian radar in response to the Iranian missile attack early Tuesday.
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Suicide bomber strikes Syrian church near Damascus during Sunday mass killing at least 13
World | Jun 23, 2025, 12:01 AM ISTThe attack has heightened fears about the re-emergence of extremist sleeper cells, especially as President Ahmad al-Sharaa continues to face challenges in asserting full control over the country.
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Iran's missiles vs Israel's interceptors: How numbers may determine dominance in the ongoing war
Explainers | Jun 20, 2025, 01:56 PM ISTIsrael-Iran war: As the conflict enters its second week, a critical factor influencing its duration is the balance between Israel’s supply of missile interceptors and Iran’s long-range missile stockpile.
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Iran's missiles vs Israel's interceptors: How numbers may determine dominance in the ongoing war
Jammu and Kashmir | Jun 20, 2025, 01:06 PM ISTIsrael-Iran war: As the conflict enters its second week, a critical factor influencing its duration is the balance between Israel’s supply of missile interceptors and Iran’s long-range missile stockpile.
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Israel-Iran war updates: Iran expects India to condemn Israeli military actions against it
World | Jun 20, 2025, 11:32 PM ISTIran's Supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, was evacuated to an underground bunker in northeastern Tehran hours after Israel began its strikes on Friday. Israel and Iran have fired hundreds of missiles and drones at each other's cities as well as military facilities since the hostilities began over a week.
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Stealth bombers, warships and F-16s: How US is gearing up to take on Iran
World | Jun 19, 2025, 12:04 PM ISTUS Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed the deployments, stating the moves were made to "ensure that our people are safe."
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Trump discreetly approved plans to attack Iran, but a final strike order is yet to come: Report
World | Jun 19, 2025, 08:31 AM ISTUS President Trump has approved plans for a strike on Iran but has postponed the final order, choosing to wait for Iran’s next steps regarding its nuclear programme. As tensions escalate, the US is increasing its military presence in the region.
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Coffee Par Kurukshetra: Why did Supreme Leader Khamenei say that Iran will not surrender?
Kurukshetra | Jun 18, 2025, 11:42 PM ISTAmid the ongoing tension between Iran and Israel, Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei addressed the nation... During this, Khamenei made a big statement saying that there is no need for America to mediate in this... Iran will not surrender to any military action....