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Apr

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‘No More Mr. Nice Guy’: Trump posts picture with gun in fresh warning to Iran amid deadlock

Washington: US President Donald Trump has issued a sharp warning to Iran, signalling that Washington may adopt a more aggressive approach if talks over Tehran’s nuclear programme fail to progress. In a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump shared an image of himself holding an assault rifle alongside the slogan “No more Mr Nice Guy”. He expressed frustration over the slow pace of negotiations. "Iran can't get their act together. They don't know how to sign a nonnuclear deal. They better get smart soon!" the post read.  His remarks come during a period of rising tensions in…

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Apr

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King Charles roasts Trump at White House dinner with witty history joke, says ‘you’de be speaking French’

New Delhi: At a formal dinner hosted at the White House, King Charles III and US President Donald Trump shared a light-hearted exchange that mixed diplomacy with humour. While both leaders highlighted the “special relationship” between the United Kingdom and the United States, the evening also featured sharp historical jokes that drew laughter from guests. Royal jibe on language and history In one of the most talked-about moments of the night, King Charles joked that Americans might have been speaking French today if not for British involvement in early North American history. Referring to Trump’s past remarks about Europe’s wartime…

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Apr

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Trump mulls long-term Hormuz blockade strategy against Iran as talks falter: Report

Washington: The United States is reportedly preparing for a prolonged maritime pressure campaign against Iran, including the possibility of an extended blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. According to a report by the Wall Street Journal, US President Donald Trump has told his aides to get ready for a long-term strategy targeting Iran’s shipping routes. The plan is being described as a shift from short-term measures to a more sustained approach. It is expected to increase economic pressure on Tehran by restricting its access to vital sea routes and disrupting trade flows linked to key Iranian ports. Notably, Iran is…

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Apr

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Trump claims Iran wants US to open Hormuz soon as they try to ‌figure out leadership situation

Washington: US President Donald ​Trump on Tuesday claimed that Iran ‌was in a state of collapse and wants the United States to open ​the Strait of Hormuz while it ​sorts out its leadership. However, it was not ⁠clear from Trump's social media post how ​Iran had communicated that message and no immediate ​comment from Iran was available.  "Iran has just informed us that they are in a 'State of Collapse.' ​They want us to 'Open the Hormuz ​Strait,' as soon as possible, as they try to ‌figure ⁠out their leadership situation (Which I believe they will be able to do!)"…

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Apr

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UAE quits oil production groups OPEC, OPEC+ amid global energy crisis due to Iran war

Abu Dhabi: In a massive development, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced to pull out of major oil producer groups OPEC and OPEC+, effective May 1. The announcement comes at a time when the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran has already triggered a massive energy shock which has pushed global markets into deeper uncertainty.  The UAE made the announcement via its state-run WAM news agency. "This decision reflects the UAE's long-term strategic and economic vision and evolving energy profile, including accelerated investment in domestic energy production, and reinforces its commitment to a responsible, reliable, and forward-looking role in…

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Apr

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Imran Khan underwent medical procedure for eye ailment, sent back to Rawalpindi jail

Islamabad: Pakistan's jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan was taken to a government hospital on Tuesday for treatment related to an ongoing eye condition. The 74-year-old was examined at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), where doctors administered another dose of medication before returning him to custody. Khan has been undergoing treatment for right central retinal vein occlusion since January. As part of his therapy, he has been receiving anti-VEGF injections at regular intervals, as per news agency PTI. His previous procedure was conducted on March 23. According to hospital officials, Khan was brought in on April 28 for…

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Apr

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White House press dinner shooter charged with ‘attempted assassination’ of Donald Trump

Washington: The suspect of the White House press dinner shooting has been charged with 'attempt to assassinate' the president, reported The Associated Press on Monday (local time). The suspect, identified as 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen of California's Torrance, will face a life sentence if he is convicted.   Allen, who war carrying 'multiple weapons' during Saturday's shooting, appeared in a federal court in Washington on Monday. He was represented by lawyers with the federal defender's office. Allen, who did not enter a plea, was charged with "transport of a firearm and ammunition in interstate commerce and with discharging a firearm during…

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Apr

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US rejects Iran’s ‘conditional’ plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz as second round of talks hit impasse

Washington: The United States has dismissed a reported proposal from Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz under specific conditions, calling it unacceptable to both Washington and the wider international community. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio made the remarks during a Monday interview with Fox News. He criticised Tehran’s apparent position, saying it conflicts with the global understanding of how such international waterways should operate. Rubio suggested that Iran’s idea of reopening the strait comes with strict control measures. "What they mean by opening the straits is, yes, the straits are open, as long as you coordinate with Iran,…

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27

Apr

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Anwar Gargash, UAE President’s advisor, says Iran acts like superpower even without nuclear weapons

Dubai: Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, on Monday stated that Iran is acting like a superpower even without nuclear weapons. He went on to add that the recent Iranian aggression was severe, deliberate, and calculated, reflecting prior planning rather than a momentary escalation. Furthermore, he stressed that its scale and execution confirm that this was not an isolated decision, but a strategic move carried out despite sustained Gulf efforts to de-escalate and avoid confrontation, including a unified position not to facilitate any action against Iran. Escalation from Iran is unprecedented in both scale and impact: Gargash Gargash…

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14 killed as plane crashes on outskirts of South Sudan’s capital Juba

Juba: A Cessna aircraft crashed on Monday on the outskirts of Juba, the capital of South Sudan, killing all 13 passengers and the pilot, the country's civil aviation authority said. Preliminary findings suggest the crash may have been caused by adverse weather conditions, which led to poor visibility. Among those on board were two Kenyan nationals, while the remaining victims were South Sudanese. Authorities have dispatched a team to the crash site, located about 20 kilometres from Juba, to collect information and assist emergency responders. Videos of the crash site shared on social media showed the remains of the aircraft…

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