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  'Iran is engaged in a full-scale war': President Masoud Pezeshkian as tensions escalate with US

  July 20, 2026 21:19 IST

  Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the country is in a "full-scale war" with the US, describing the conflict as extending beyond military strikes and urging citizens to accept the hardships of continued resistance.

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  Attack on vessel near Ukraine's Odesa kills 4 Indians; government terms it deplorable

  July 20, 2026 23:59 IST

  In a statement, Ministry of External Affairs said four of the five Indian nationals who were onboard the merchant vessel 'MV GOLDEN LEO' were killed in an attack near the port of Odesa in Ukraine. The government has termed the incident deplorable, condemning the attack.

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  Why Zohran Mamdani's 'war criminal' comment on Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu is making headlines

  July 20, 2026 19:13 IST

  Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu's office sharply criticised New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani after the latter declined to say whether he would seek Netanyahu's arrest if he visits the city for the UNGA in September. The Israeli PM's office also dismissed the ICC as a "kangaroo court".

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  Andy Burnham, the 'King of the North', become new UK PM; 7th premier in a decade

  July 20, 2026 23:59 IST

  Andy Burnham officially became the UK's new Prime Minister on Monday after meeting King Charles III at Buckingham Palace, succeeding Keir Starmer as Labour Party leader and the UK's seventh PM since 2016. Known as the "King of the North," Burnham has pledged to "rewire" Britain.

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  How Iran's Jordan-based sources helped IRGC strike al-Azraq air base while war escalates in Mideast

  July 20, 2026 17:22 IST

  The IRGC has claimed Jordan-based sources helped it strike US targets, including Aqaba airport and al-Azraq air base, killing "dozens of American troops".

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  Trump threatens tariffs over Canadian wildfire smoke, says US air has been 'poisoned'

  July 20, 2026 14:13 IST

  US President Donald Trump has warned Canada of possible tariffs over wildfire smoke affecting US air quality. The remarks come as hundreds of out-of-control forest fires continue to burn across Canada, prompting health alerts and diplomatic tensions.

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  'Quad partners are essential': US envoy Sergio Gor's big Indo-Pacific message before Manila summit

  July 20, 2026 12:25 IST

  US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor reaffirmed Washington's commitment to the Quad ahead of the Manila ministerial meeting. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will participate in ASEAN summits and discussions focused on strengthening Indo-Pacific security and cooperation.

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  US launches fresh airstrikes on Iran; Trump says hitting 'very hard' to honour troops killed

  July 20, 2026 7:21 IST

  The US military's Central Command announced another round of strikes early Monday, marking the ninth consecutive night of American military operations against targets in Iran as tensions between the two countries continue to escalate.

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  Hormuz remains on edge as ship catches fire near coast of Oman amid escalating US-Iran conflict

  July 20, 2026 6:47 IST

  A ship caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz as the US launched fresh airstrikes on Iran and Tehran retaliated with missile attacks across the Middle East. Here's everything that happened and why the conflict is escalating.

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  In fresh advisory, India advises citizens to postpone Iran travel, consider leaving as Mideast boils

  July 20, 2026 0:13 IST

  In its fresh advisory, the Indian Embassy in Iran has advised the nationals to avoid travelling to the Middle East country until the situation improves there. Further, those who are already present in Iran were advised to leave the country immediately with available flight options.

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  'Couldn't care less,' Donald Trump hits out at Iran for withdrawing from peace deal

  July 20, 2026 0:14 IST

  US President Donald Trump said he "couldn't care less" about Iran's decision to withdraw from the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, insisting the move would not change Washington's stance. He reaffirmed that the US remains focused on preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

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  'A great Satan,' Mojtaba slams US for fresh strikes targeting under-construction nuclear plant

  July 19, 2026 17:39 IST

  On Sunday, Iran claimed the US targeted an under-construction nuclear power plant in the southwest region of the country. Following that, Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei called the US a 'criminal' and a 'great Satan'.

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  'Mojtaba Khamenei not in Iran,' claims Saudi outlet citing Israeli source

  July 19, 2026 14:32 IST

  Khamenei, who assumed the position of Iran's Supreme leader shortly after his father was killed in joint US-Israeli military strikes on February 28, has not made any public appearances and has communicated exclusively through written statements since taking office.

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  Hyderabad woman alleges torture in Oman: 'Forced to work 15 hours, denied food'

  July 19, 2026 13:14 IST

  A Hyderabad woman alleged she was lured to Oman with the promise of a housemaid job, forced to work up to 15 hours a day without pay and subjected to abuse. After escaping, she reached the Indian Embassy in Muscat, which has said it is taking up the matter.

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  US launches new airstrikes to 'swiftly punish' Iran after American troops killed in Jordan

  July 19, 2026 6:56 IST

  The fresh strikes came after two US service members were killed, and another remains missing after Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks targeted American and partner forces in Jordan.

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  2 US soldiers killed, Mojtaba vows 'unforgettable lessons' while Iran war rattles Middle East

  July 18, 2026 23:47 IST

  Two US service members were killed and another remains missing after Iranian missile and drone attacks on US and partner forces in Jordan, as the conflict between Washington and Tehran continued to escalate.

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  'Busy defending country,' Iran accuses US of violating ceasefire agreement, suspends peace pact

  July 18, 2026 20:40 IST

  Iran has suspended the peace agreement that was signed with the US last month after the two sides exchanged attacks again. Tehran's announcement is further expected to escalate things and destabilise the situation in the Middle East once again.

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  US air quality plunges due to Canadian forest fires: Will Trump impose tariffs? Here's what he said

  July 18, 2026 7:35 IST

  In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the United States was being impacted by what he described as "filthy, polluted, and unhealthy air" from Canadian wildfires and said the cost of the pollution would be added to tariffs currently imposed on Canada.

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  'Full scale invasion' if US continues war, warns Iran supreme leader's senior advisor

  July 18, 2026 7:31 IST

  In a post on X, Mohsen Rezaee wrote, "in the event of activating this strategy, we will no longer settle for retaliation in kind, and no political border will provide security against Iran's offensive forces."

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  US launches fresh attacks on Iran by hitting bridges, energy sites as battle over Hormuz intensifies

  July 18, 2026 7:18 IST

  The US expanded its attacks against Iran by hitting more bridges and energy sites and collapsing a tower at a key Iranian port, following through on President Donald Trump's threats to pressure Tehran to ease its chokehold on the waterway vital to world energy supplies.

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  Powerful 7.3 magnitude jolts Mexico, tremors felt in Guatemala, El Salvador; tsunami warning issued

  July 17, 2026 21:58 IST

  The US Geological Survey (USGS) said a preliminary magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck 48 km southwest of nearby Aquiles Serdan on the southern coast of Mexico. Tremors were also felt in parts of neighbouring Guatemala and EL Salvador.

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  Who is Andy Burnham? Labour Party leader set to be next UK prime minister

  July 17, 2026 18:07 IST

  Andy Burnham, 56, is a veteran Labour politician who previously served as Mayor of Greater Manchester, following a long career as a Member of Parliament and cabinet minister in earlier Labour governments.

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  Iran claims destroying multiple American fighter jets in Jordan after US strikes leave 38 dead

  July 18, 2026 0:03 IST

  In a statement, Iran's IRGC has said that it has destroyed multiple refuelling aircraft and fighter jets of the US forces in Jordan. Besides, several other aircraft were severely damaged in the strikes.

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  US veterans to replace 'illegal alien' truckers? Why Trump's latest proposal could affect Indians

  July 17, 2026 13:19 IST

  US President Donald Trump has proposed replacing undocumented truck drivers with American military veterans, citing road safety concerns. The move could affect thousands of Indian-origin truckers, particularly from Punjab and Haryana, working in the US trucking industry.

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  Russia, China, North Korea and Iran can manipulate US elections, Trump makes big claims

  July 17, 2026 12:03 IST

  US President Donald Trump claimed that Russia, China, Iran, North Korea, and some non-state actors are capable of disrupting the US electoral system with cyberattacks, while citing declassified intelligence documents.

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  What is Operation Hard Ball, how was gangster Nitish Kaushal arrested by FBI? All you need to know

  July 17, 2026 9:33 IST

  Nitish Kaushal is an associate of gangster Jaggu Bhagwanpuria, in Vermont. He was placed on the 'Most Wanted' list just two days ago. Under 'Operation Hard Wall,' the FBI is taking continuous action against syndicates of gangsters of Indian origin.

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  Seven killed as US widens air campaign against Iran, targets more bridges as Hormuz crisis deepens

  July 17, 2026 8:21 IST

  The US has widened its military campaign against Iran by striking bridges as Tehran retaliates with fresh missile attacks on US allies. The escalating conflict has intensified tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting shipping and raising concerns over regional stability.

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  Iraqi armed group announces $10 million bounty for killing 'criminal' Donald Trump

  July 17, 2026 7:02 IST

  The Islamic Resistance in Iraq has claimed to announce a $10 million bounty on US President Donald Trump over the killings of Qasem Soleimani and Abu Mahdi al Muhandis. Read the group's full statement, the background and the latest developments.