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‘If I was an Iranian agentโ€ฆ’: White House shooter sent manifesto before attack

‘If I was an Iranian agentโ€ฆ’: White House shooter sent manifesto before attack

Washington: The White House shooter Cole Allen sent manifesto to his family where he ridiculed the security arrangements of White House Correspondents' Association Dinner. As per multiple reports, the manifesto criticised the event's security labelling it as "insane" lack of preparation and claimed that it would be easy for an Iranian agent to infiltrate and can cause severe damage. โ€œLike, the one thing that I immediately noticed walking into the hotel is the sense of arrogance. I walk in with multiple weapons and not a single person there considers the possibility that I could be a threat," according to manifesto…
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Iran’s Foreign Minister returns to Pakistan amid uncertainty over second round of talks with US

Iran’s Foreign Minister returns to Pakistan amid uncertainty over second round of talks with US

Islamabad: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Pakistan on Sunday (April 26)ย for the second time in three days, amid uncertainty surrounding the next round of peace talks with the United States, according to local media reports. Araghchi had departed on Saturday after holding discussions with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir, and other senior officials. He arrived from Oman, where he met Haitham bin Tariq to discuss security concerns in the Strait of Hormuz and diplomatic efforts aimed at easing tensions between Iran and the US. Abbas Araghchi to meet senior Pakistani officials…
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Trump shooting: White House dinner shooter likely targeted Donald Trump and his officials, reports say

Trump shooting: White House dinner shooter likely targeted Donald Trump and his officials, reports say

Washington: The 31-year-old Cole Allen who was accused of opening fire at security officials in the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner told investigators that he intended to target US President Donald Trump and his officials, multiple reports quoted US Attorney General Todd Blanche as saying. The law enforcement agency - FBI has searched Allen's home to collect evidence hours after the shooting.ย  What happened in White House?ย  Chaos broke during the annual White House press dinner at the Hilton Hotel in Washington on late Saturday night after a shooter tried to cross the security checkpoint at the venue and fired…
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‘Shots will be fired’: Karoline Leavitt’s comments go viral after White House shooting

‘Shots will be fired’: Karoline Leavitt’s comments go viral after White House shooting

Washington: A remark by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, "there will be some shots fired tonight", made moments before the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner, has surprised many and gone viral online due to its timing.ย Leavitt made the remark during an interaction with Fox News, telling viewers that US President Donald Trump would "bring the heat" and that there would be "shots fired" at the event. 'Shots will be fired': Karoline Leavitt "He is ready to rumble, I will tell you. This speech tonight will be classic Donald J Trump. It'll be funny, it'll be entertaining. There will be…
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A dark deja vu? Why White House scare draws parallels with Reagan’s assassination attempt

A dark deja vu? Why White House scare draws parallels with Reagan’s assassination attempt

Washington: Saturday's White House annual press dinner was supposed to be a peaceful event but a major tragedy was averted after a 31-year-old man tried to barrage into the venue by crossing a security checkpoint, firing multiple shots. The shooter was, though, immediately subdued by the law enforcement agencies but President Donald Trump and his cabinet was forced to get evacuated from the event that caused panic among the attendees.ย  Trump later addressed a short press conference immediately after the incident in which he thanked the Secret Service and law enforcement agencies for their quick action in bringing the situation…
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‘Quite an evening, shooter apprehended’: Trump on security scare at White House correspondents dinner

‘Quite an evening, shooter apprehended’: Trump on security scare at White House correspondents dinner

New Delhi: Gunfire was reported during a high-profile press dinner in White House. US President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, Vice President JD Vance and other senior officials were rushed to safety. Soon after the incident, Trump took to Truth Social and praised the Secret Service and law enforcement agencies for their โ€œquick and braveโ€ response, confirming that the shooter had been apprehended. Trump said he had recommended that authorities โ€œlet the show go on,โ€ though he added that the final decision would rest with security officials. โ€œRegardless of what happens, the evening will be much different than planned,โ€…
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Donald Trump defends decision to cancel US envoys’ Pakistan trip for Iran talks: ‘No point in talking about nothing’

Donald Trump defends decision to cancel US envoys’ Pakistan trip for Iran talks: ‘No point in talking about nothing’

Washington: Defending his decision to cancel the US delegation's visit to Pakistan for talks with Iran, President Donald Trump said on Saturday (local time) that there was no point "sitting around talking about nothing", as he once again reiterated that the Islamic Republic cannot have nuclear weapons. However, he noted that the war is unlikely to resume immediately. Speaking to reporters at Palm Beach International Airport in Florida, the 79-year-old Republican leader said that there was no point in travelling for 15 to 16 hours for a meeting with people about whom nobody has "ever heard of before".ย  "They gave…
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White House press dinner turns chaotic: Who was the shooter and was he linked to Iran?

White House press dinner turns chaotic: Who was the shooter and was he linked to Iran?

Washington: Chaos broke during the annual White House press dinner at the Hilton Hotel in Washington on late Saturday night after a shooter tried to cross the security checkpoint at the venue and fired multiple shots, triggering panic among the people. The incident forced officials to evacuate President Donald Trump and his deputy JD Vance; though they escaped unhurt.ย  The shooter was subdued immediately and brought under control, with Trump saying that the accused looked "pretty evil". According to CBS News, the shooter has been identified as 31-year-old Cole Allen, who hails from Torrance California. Authorities, though, are yet to…
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Donald Trump lauds Secret Service after White House press dinner scare: ‘Shooter armed with multiple weapons’

Donald Trump lauds Secret Service after White House press dinner scare: ‘Shooter armed with multiple weapons’

Washington: US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that the shooter responsible for the shooting at the annual White House press dinner in Washington was armed with "multiple weapons" and could be a "would-be assassin", adding that he even shot a security personnel at the event. However, he thanked the US Secret Service for their "bravery" and their "incredible" response in dealing with the situation.ย  Speaking at a press conference shortly after the incident, the 79-year-old Republican leader said the shooter after charging towards a security checkpoint left an officer injured. However, the officer was saved as he was wearing…
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Trump shares video of suspect charging towards White House press dinner venue | WATCH

Trump shares video of suspect charging towards White House press dinner venue | WATCH

Washington: The shooting at the annual White House press dinner in Washington caused a complete chaos and prompted a security scare for President Donald Trump and his cabinet. Trump and Vice President JD Vance escaped unhurt, but a law enforcement officer was injured in the shooting; although he was saved by the bulletproof vest and he appears to be "doing fine". The shooter was taken immediately under custody, and according to Trump, he could be a "would-be assassin". Later, the 79-year-old Republican leader also shared a video on his Truth Social account showing the moment when the incident happened. In…
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