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  'War will end very quickly': Trump claims Iran is desperate to make a deal, oil prices to plummet

  World | May 20, 2026 7:50 IST

  US President Donald Trump said Iran was eager for a deal and predicted oil prices would tumble due to abundant global supply. His statement comes amid ongoing negotiations for a potential peace agreement.

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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 23:53 IST

  The 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.

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  Drone strike causes fire outside nuclear power plant in UAE; no impact on radiation safety levels

  World | May 17, 2026 17:52 IST

  The blaze was reported on the perimeter of the Barakah nuclear power plant, which is situated in the Al Dhafra Region of Abu Dhabi. However, no injuries were reported and the fire did not have an impact on radiation safety levels.

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  US weighs relaunching strikes on Iran under new name after Trump's China visit: Reports

  World | May 16, 2026 16:29 IST

  As per American media reports, the US is weighing launching fresh strikes against Iran if talks with the Middle East nation fail. These strikes will be launched under a new name to evade Congressional approval needed under 1973 War Powers Resolution.

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  'We have no trust in Americans, India can play bigger role': Iran FM Araghchi on Middle East conflic

  India | May 15, 2026 16:59 IST

  The Iranian minister also referred to the situation around the Strait of Hormuz, describing it as 'very complicated'. However, he said Iran is prepared to assist in ensuring the safe movement of vessels through the strategic waterway, which is crucial for global oil trade.

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  BRICS summit: Iran confirms Araghchi's visit to India amid Gulf tensions | What's on agenda?

  India | May 12, 2026 21:34 IST

  Araghchi will participate in BRICS Foreign Ministers’ meeting, which will be held on May 14 and 15. He will then hold discussions with his Indian counterpart S Jaishankar as well as other ministers on the sidelines of the event.

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  'May pursue 90% uranium enrichment if attacked': Iran's stark warning amid Trump's fresh threat

  World | May 12, 2026 16:51 IST

  Iran has significantly increased its stockpile of enriched uranium in the years following the United States’ withdrawal from the nuclear agreement signed with Tehran during Donald Trump’s first term as president.

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  Did Iran shift sensitive military assets to Pakistan to avoid US strikes? Here's what Islamabad said

  World | May 12, 2026 15:37 IST

  A report stated that multiple Iranian aircraft arrived at Pakistan’s Nur Khan Air Base shortly after US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire in early April. The officials reportedly claimed that the aircraft included military and intelligence assets.

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  Trump says ceasefire with Iran on 'massive life support', seeks 'complete victory'

  World | May 11, 2026 23:42 IST

  US President Donald Trump is now seeking a "complete victory" against the Iranians, whom he has repeatedly stressed that have been "militarily defeated".

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, May 11, 2026

  India | May 11, 2026 20:35 IST

  PM Modi on Monday renewed his call for Indians to cut down on imports to avoid unnecessary spending of foreign currency. He said that whenever the nation has faced war or any other crisis, citizens have responded with responsibility and supported the government’s appeals.

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  Iran tells US to 'drop one-sided approach' after Trump calls its peace proposal 'unacceptable'

  World | May 11, 2026 16:38 IST

  Iran’s state media on Sunday reported that Tehran has formally conveyed its official response to the United States through Pakistani mediation. Officials emphasised that the communication followed a thorough internal review process before being dispatched.

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  Trump says Iran 'militarily defeated' as Tehran responds to US peace proposal via Pakistan

  World | May 10, 2026 23:47 IST

  US President Donald Trump, in an interview aired on Sunday, has once again claimed that Iran has been 'militarily defeated'. His remarks came after the Middle East nation sent its response via Pakistan to the peace proposal of the US.

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  'Led by lunatics': Trump's 'knock them out' warning to Iran after attack on 3 Navy ships in Hormuz

  World | May 08, 2026 6:36 IST

  President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran and threatened to hit the Islamic Republic with more strikes if it does not sign the peace treaty with the US. He also reiterated that Iran cannot be allowed to have nuclear weapons.

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  US-Iran mutually agree to reopen Strait of Hormuz, ease naval blockade: Report

  World | May 07, 2026 13:38 IST

  The agreement was reportedly reached on Thursday after tensions between the two nations disrupted global energy supplies following Iran’s move to block the Strait of Hormuz at the onset of the US Iran conflict.

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  Iran likely to respond to US's proposal today to end Middle East conflict amid deadlock

  World | May 07, 2026 10:05 IST

  Under the reported terms, Iran would agree to temporarily pause uranium enrichment activities. In return, the United States would begin easing sanctions and release frozen Iranian funds worth billions of dollars.

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  Trump says Iran 'desperate' for deal with US, draws red line on Tehran's nuclear ambitions

  World | May 07, 2026 6:40 IST

  The US president also hailed the Navy blockade, which is causing significant financial losses to Iran.

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  US and Iran nearing 14-point memorandum, launch 30-day negotiation window to end war: Reports

  World | May 06, 2026 17:57 IST

  The reported framework consists of a "one-page, 14-point memorandum of understanding" designed to trigger an immediate ceasefire and launch a "30-day negotiation window" to hammer out a broader settlement.

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  Iran will only accept 'fair and comprehensive' peace deal: Araghchi in meeting with China's Wang Yi

  World | May 06, 2026 14:41 IST

  Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing on Wednesday and said Tehran would only accept a “fair and comprehensive” agreement to end the conflict in West Asia.

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  3 Indians injured in suspected Iranian strike in UAE's Fujairah; MEA calls incident 'unacceptable'

  India | May 05, 2026 10:37 IST

  In a statement posted on X, the Indian Embassy in the UAE confirmed the injuries and said it is in touch with local authorities to ensure the affected individuals receive appropriate medical treatment and assistance.

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  Nuclear flexibility, economic relief: Inside Iran's new offer to US amid deadlock

  World | May 03, 2026 17:49 IST

  The ongoing war, which began on February 28 with military action by the US and Israel, has remained paused since April 8. Only one round of talks has taken place so far, held in Islamabad, but it failed to produce a breakthrough.