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Trump says US-Iran deal in ‘a few hours,’ blames Israel for delay: Report | World

Washington: US President Donald Trump on Sunday (June 14) said a proposed peace agreement with Iran remains on track but has been delayed by several hours due to Israeli military strikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut's southern suburbs. US-Iran deal in 'a few hours': Trump Speaking in a phone interview with Axios, Trump said the strike disrupted the planned timeline for signing the agreement, which he believes could help end the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Trump said he was shocked when he heard about the Israeli strike in Beirut. "It shook it up. It delayed the signing by a…

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Brazil: 6 killed after 2 helicopters collide mid-air and crash in Rio De Janeiro | World

New Delhi: Six people were killed after two helicopters collided in mid-air over Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro on Sunday morning before crashing in the western part of the Brazilian city, authorities said. According to the Rio de Janeiro Military Fire Department, all six occupants aboard the two aircraft died in the accident. Emergency crews rushed to the scene soon after the crash and launched rescue and firefighting operations. One helicopter crashes into car dealership Officials said one of the helicopters came down on a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked. The impact triggered a fire that quickly spread…

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‘Let’s not blow it’: Trump warns after Israel hits Beirut, says Iran peace deal is ‘very close’ | World

Washington: US President Donald Trump on Sunday called on all sides to avoid further escalation after Israel carried out an airstrike in Beirut's southern suburbs, warning that renewed hostilities could undermine ongoing efforts to achieve a broader peace agreement in the region. 'Let's not blow it': Trump In a post on social media platform Truth Social, Trump said that Israel's strike on Beirut "should not have happened", particularly at a time when negotiators were "so close to a peace deal with Iran."   "This morning's attack on Beirut should not have happened, particularly on a special day when we are so…

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‘India no longer just a consumer, its a contributor of global solutions’: PM Modi’s strong message from France | World

New Delhi: Speaking at the inauguration of the Bharat Innovates event in France’s Nice, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a strong message on India's growing global role, saying the country is “no longer merely consuming solutions developed elsewhere but is actively contributing solutions to the world's biggest challenges.” PM Modi said that while many countries engage in trade and strategic partnerships, only a few relationships are built on a shared vision. According to him, the India-France partnership is one such bond, rooted in trust, common values, innovation and long-term goals. Connection, conviction and innovation  The Prime Minister described the India-France…

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Indian national dies due to medical complications aboard vessel off Oman coast; repatriation efforts underway | World

Muscat: An Indian national serving aboard a commercial vessel docked at Duqm Port in Oman has died due to medical complications, with the Indian Embassy in Oman coordinating efforts to repatriate his mortal remains to India. The deceased has been identified as Nishanth Uirthanathan, a 35-year-old Second Officer from Tamil Nadu, who was serving on board MT Celestial. The Embassy did not provide the details of the medical conditions leading to his death. Repatriation efforts underway In a statement, the Indian Embassy said it is in constant contact with the deceased's family, the vessel's crew members and the concerned Omani…

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PM Modi France visit LIVE: India is country of innovation, says France President Macron at Bharat Innovates | World

Nice (France): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday jointly inaugurated the 'Bharat Innovates' event in Nice, a major global platform bringing together leading startups and venture capital funds from India, France, and other countries. At the event, PM Modi was warmly welcomed by French President Macron in Nice, where the two leaders greeted each other with a hug and a handshake ahead of a key bilateral engagement. Ahead of the inauguration of the 'Bharat Innovates' event, PM Modi met and interacted with top investors and venture capitalists. The event aims to identify, mentor, and showcase India's…

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‘Death to Araghchi, dishonourable compromiser’: Why Iranians turned against their foreign minister | World

Tehran: Protests were reported outside the Foreign Ministry’s representative office in Mashhad against Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Demonstrators raised slogans including “Death to Araghchi,” accusing him of being a “dishonorable compromiser” and an “infiltrator” over his role in ongoing negotiations with the United States. The protesters alleged that Araghchi and the Iranian negotiating team had conceded too much in discussions with Washington, claiming that the proposed agreement does not adequately safeguard Iran’s national interests. They further argued that the terms of the emerging deal reflect excessive concessions made to secure a peace settlement. The demonstrations come at a sensitive…

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Will it or won’t it? Confusion persists over US-Iran peace deal signing on Sunday | World

Washington: The United States (US) and Iran have more or less confirmed that they are nearing a peace deal to end the over three-month-long conflict in the Middle East. However, there is total uncertainty over when the peace treaty would be signed, as Washington maintained that the signing would be held on Sunday, while Tehran denied it completely. It all started on Thursday, when US President Donald Trump announced that the two sides were nearing a peace deal, which would be signed over the weekend. Later, he said the signing will take place on Sunday. Following Trump's announcement, Iran's Foreign…

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26-year-old Indian-origin man stabbed to death in London, accused still at large | World

London: A 26-year-old man was stabbed to death in West London's Southall earlier this week, the Metropolitan Police said on Saturday. The victim was an Indian-origin person, who has been identified as Gurbhej Singh. The incident happened on the North Road, near the junction with Dormers Wells Lane. One other person, likely in his 30s, was also injured in the incident and is undergoing treatment at a hospital. In a statement, the police said it received a call around 00.41 hours on June 10 from the London Ambulance Service about the incident. Upon arrival, Singh was found stabbed. The paramedics…

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Iran announces burial date for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei: Why the slain Supreme Leader’s funeral was delayed | World

Tehran: The funeral of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed on February 28 in a joint strike by the United States (US) and Israel, will be held next month in Tehran, according to state media. It will be a six-day event which is expected to be attended by millions of people. Iran's Fars News Agency reported that Ali Khamenei's farewell ceremonies will be held at Tehran's Imam Khomeini Prayer Grounds on July 4 and 5, while the procession will take place on July 6. This will be followed by ceremonies in Qom on July 7 and…

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