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Iran appoints Bagher Zolghadr as new Security Chief after Larijani's death: Who is he?
World | Mar 24, 2026, 06:18 PM ISTIran has appointed Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr as the new secretary of the Supreme National Security Council after Ali Larijani, who was killed in an attack last week.
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Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei ready to negotiate with US: Report
World | Mar 24, 2026, 02:30 PM ISTThe key development comes as the conflict between the US-Israel and Iran has now entered into its fourth week--with ripple effects being felt beyond West Asia and the Gulf region as concerns intensify over global energy security.
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'You said, Let's do it': Trump puts onus on Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth for starting Iran war
World | Mar 24, 2026, 12:33 PM ISTIran war: The war launched by the United States and Israel has killed more than 2,000 people, shaken the global economy, sent oil prices surging, and endangered some of the world's busiest air corridors.
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Gulf shifts stance as US allies Saudi Arabia, UAE weigh joining Iran war amid Hormuz crisis: Report
World | Mar 24, 2026, 10:44 AM ISTSaudi Arabia and the UAE are nearing a critical decision to join the US-Israel confrontation with Iran as missile and drone attacks intensify across the Gulf. With Tehran restricting movement through the Strait of Hormuz and targeting key energy hubs, Gulf governments are shifting away from caution.
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US-Iran war to end on April 9? Report claims negotiation talks to be held in Pakistan
World | Mar 24, 2026, 10:29 AM ISTThe development comes after President Donald Trump claimed that discussions between the US and Iran had made unexpected progress. However, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf rejected Trump's statements.
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Massive blast rocks oil refinery in Texas; video shows flames and plume of thick smoke | Watch
World | Mar 24, 2026, 08:37 AM ISTIn the wake of the explosion, the official website of Port Arthur city issued an emergency shelter-in-place alert for Sabine Pass, Pleasure Island, South of Hwy 73, and from Stirlwell Boulevard west.
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Iran war: PM Modi, Sri Lankan President discuss energy security
World | Mar 24, 2026, 11:44 PM ISTIran war: Israeli air strikes have hit several areas in southern Lebanon, including near Tyre. Explosions were also reported in Tehran and Isfahan.
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US-Iran tensions ease? Trump drops big claim, says Iran agreed not to have nuclear weapon
World | Mar 24, 2026, 06:57 AM ISTDonald Trump stated that Iran had agreed not to pursue nuclear weapons and paused planned US strikes to explore a possible deal. Iran's Parliament Speaker immediately rejected the claims, accusing the US of manipulating global markets as tensions continue to destabilise the region.
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Netanyahu speaks to Trump, says Israeli attacks on Iran to continue as US President calls for truce
World | Mar 24, 2026, 06:35 AM ISTIran war: US President Donald Trump said that he has instructed the Department of War to postpone military strikes against Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for five days.
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Trump 'defanging Iranian regime', says US treasury secretary Scott Bessent
World | Mar 23, 2026, 08:41 AM ISTBessent said Trump’s approach is focused on weakening Iran’s power and stopping future threats. He added that strong warnings like targeting Iran’s power plants are meant to pressure Tehran into backing down.
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Middle East conflict: 'Our position on Hormuz has neither changed now will change,' says Iran
World | Mar 23, 2026, 11:39 PM ISTIran War LIVE: Tensions continue to rise with no signs of easing. Iran has warned it could shut the Strait of Hormuz if the United States carries out strikes, after Donald Trump gave a 48-hour deadline. Iran has also threatened to target US and Israeli infrastructure in response to any attack.
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Iran threatens to 'completely' shut Strait of Hormuz after Trump's ultimatum as war rages
World | Mar 23, 2026, 06:46 AM ISTIran's warning to shut the Strait of Hormuz after Trump's threat to hit its power plants has intensified the Middle East crisis. With missile strikes hitting Israel and fears over nuclear facilities rising, regional infrastructure is increasingly at risk.
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Video shows massive fireball from Iranian missiles striking Dimona and Arad | WATCH
World | Mar 22, 2026, 11:19 AM ISTThe missile attacks left at least 84 people injured in Arad, with 10 reported in serious condition. In Dimona, 33 people were injured, including a 10-year-old boy who sustained severe shrapnel wounds and a 40-year-old woman.
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'Bomb Mumbai and Delhi if US attacks our nukes': Ex-Pakistan envoy's hollow threat to India
World | Mar 22, 2026, 11:01 AM ISTThis comes after a report released by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence identified Pakistan as a significant nuclear threat to the United States, placing it alongside major powers such as Russia and China.
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UK deploys nuclear-powered submarine HMS Anson in Arabian Sea US-Iran war: Report
World | Mar 22, 2026, 10:16 AM ISTThe deployment comes after Downing Street authorised the US to use British bases for strikes on Iranian sites threatening the Strait of Hormuz.
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Air India cancels 2,500 flights to West Asia amid Iran conflict, operates only 30% normal schedule
India | Mar 22, 2026, 08:18 AM ISTWilson said that the disruptions are beginning to have a financial impact on the airline. Jet fuel prices have more than doubled, and the airline has introduced a fuel surcharge on new tickets to partly offset rising costs.
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Iran War: 'Strait of Hormuz except those who violate our soil,' says Iran's President | Highlights
World | Mar 22, 2026, 11:37 PM ISTThe Iran-US-Israel conflict enters its 23rd day with rising tensions. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed 88 injuries from an Iranian missile strike on Arad, while reinforcing emergency forces. Meanwhile, US President Trump issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran.
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Trump threatens to 'hit and obliterate' Iran's power plants if Strait of Hormuz not opened in 48 hrs
World | Mar 22, 2026, 06:38 AM ISTUS President Donald Trump, who is facing increasing pressure at home to secure the Strait as oil prices soar, issued the ultimatum in a social media post.
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No ceasefire: Iran FM warns against past repeat after Trump signals 'winding down' of war operations
World | Mar 21, 2026, 12:44 PM ISTIran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejected a ceasefire, saying Tehran will keep defending itself until the war ends permanently with guarantees and compensation. Meanwhile, Donald Trump signaled the US may reduce involvement soon but ruled out a ceasefire.
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'Close to our objectives': Trump says considering 'winding down' Iran war
World | Mar 21, 2026, 10:40 AM ISTTrump shed light on what he described as significant achievements by US forces. He claimed that Iran’s missile strength has been weakened and its defence systems have suffered heavy damage.