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  US-Iran tensions ease? Trump drops big claim, says Iran agreed not to have nuclear weapon

  World | March 24, 2026 6:57 IST

  Donald 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 | March 24, 2026 6:35 IST

  Iran 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 | March 23, 2026 8:41 IST

  Bessent 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 | March 23, 2026 23:39 IST

  Iran 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 | March 23, 2026 6:46 IST

  Iran'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 | March 22, 2026 11:19 IST

  The 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 | March 22, 2026 11:01 IST

  This 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 | March 22, 2026 10:16 IST

  The 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 | March 22, 2026 8:18 IST

  Wilson 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 | March 22, 2026 23:37 IST

  The 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 | March 22, 2026 6:38 IST

  US 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 | March 21, 2026 12:44 IST

  Iran’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 | March 21, 2026 10:40 IST

  Trump 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.

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  Iran executes teenage wrestler Saleh Mohammadi over anti-government protests

  World | March 21, 2026 9:58 IST

  The accused were not given a fair trial and were allegedly forced to confess under pressure. Officials from the organisation described the executions as an attempt to spread fear and silence opposition voices.

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  Iran War: Israel warns of intensifying attacks; EAM Jaishankar speaks to Iran's FM | Highlights

  World | March 22, 2026 0:04 IST

  US President Donald Trump said the US is not interested in a ceasefire and will continue military action. The United Kingdom has allowed US forces to use its bases for strikes linked to Iran. Meanwhile, Iran’s leader Mojtaba Khamenei accused Israel of attacks in nearby countries.

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  Sri Lanka declines US request to land warplanes amid West Asia tensions, reaffirms strict neutrality

  World | March 20, 2026 14:05 IST

  Sri Lanka has refused permission for two US warplanes to land at Mattala Airport, with President Dissanayake emphasising that the island nation will not compromise its neutrality despite growing geopolitical pressure.

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  Israel decides to halt further strikes on Iran's key natural gas field after Trump's request

  World | March 20, 2026 6:53 IST

  Israel has paused additional strikes on Iran's Asaluyeh gas complex after a request from US President Donald Trump, with PM Benjamin Netanyahu claiming Iran's missile, drone and nuclear-linked infrastructure is being dismantled.

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  Pakistan's long-range ballistic missiles could soon target US mainland: Tulsi Gabbard

  World | March 19, 2026 8:06 IST

  Gabbard stressed that America's nuclear deterrent holds strong against major threats, yet Russia, China, North Korea, Iran, Pakistan are racing ahead with cutting-edge missile programs—novel and conventional alike—fitted with nuclear or conventional payloads that now threaten US homeland directly.

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  US Intel alert: India-Pakistan ties pose nuclear conflict risk amid terrorism and regional tensions

  World | March 19, 2026 7:09 IST

  US Intel alert: The US intelligence report turns to wider South Asian threats, highlighting ISIS-Khorasan's ongoing regional footprint, its drive for attacks abroad. Yet, Afghanistan's Taliban has intensified its offensive, launching broad raids on ISIS-K sites, probably disrupting multiple plots.

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  Loud boom and panic in US as meteor explodes mid-air amid war fears | Watch

  World | March 18, 2026 12:55 IST

  Amidst the ongoing conflict with Iran, the explosion of a meteor in the US skies has left people deeply terrified. The blast was so powerful that it was witnessed and felt by residents across several states.