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Moscow: Russia's Foreign Ministry has clarified that it has "no reason" to believe that India has changed its position on purchasing Russian oil, asserting that such trade benefits both nations and supports stability in the global hydrocarbons market. The remarks came after United States officials claimed that New Delhi had agreed to halt imports of Russian crude. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said Moscow saw no indication of a shift in India’s stance on buying Russian hydrocarbons. She added that India’s purchases serve the interests of both countries and contribute to stability in the international energy market. Zakharova also criticised statements made…

Washington: On Iran-US tensions amid nuclear talks, US Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said that diplomacy is always the first option for Donald Trump before considering any military action. She added that it would be very wise for Iran to make a deal with the US, as Trump is exploring options to navigate the current logjam while maintaining contact with his national security team. Leavitt also hailed the operation carried out by the US armed forces against Iran’s nuclear facilities. "Well, there's many reasons and arguments that one could make for a strike against Iran. The President had a very successful…

Tehran: A significant fire broke out in Iran's Tehran province on February 18 (Wednesday), with thick black smoke rising over a building in Parand city, as reported by state broadcaster IRIB. Social media videos captured the towering plume blanketing the sky, accompanied by initial claims of a powerful explosion at the scene. Amid heightened regional anxiety, the incident quickly drew widespread attention online. Official explanation points to reed fire Iranian authorities swiftly clarified that the smoke stemmed from reeds igniting along the nearby riverbank, not a structural blast. The Parand Fire Department confirmed firefighters were actively battling the blaze, with…