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Iran Protests LIVE updates: Trump continues to threaten Ayatollah Khamenei, says ‘Iran in big trouble’

Iran protests live: US President Donald Trump has issued sharp warnings to Tehran, while Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has vowed a firm crackdown, accusing protesters of serving foreign interests. New Delhi: Iran is witnessing its most intense wave of nationwide protests in years, with demonstrations spreading rapidly across all 31 provinces amid a deepening economic crisis. What began as anger over a collapsing currency, soaring food prices and runaway inflation has now transformed into open defiance of the Islamic Republic, with protesters openly demanding political change. Despite internet blackouts, heavy security deployment and mass arrests, crowds have continued…

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Iran’s exiled prince Reza Pahlavi calls protesters to ‘seize centers of cities’ amidst unrest

Exiled Iranian royal Reza Pahlavi urged protesters to "seize city centres" and called for a mass uprising against Iran's leader. New Delhi: Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of Iran's last shah, has called the protesters to 'seize centres of cities' amidst the unrest in the country, fuelled by economic woes. Taking to social media, Pahlavi asked for a mass uprising in the nation. "My dear compatriots, with your courage and steadfastness, you have earned the admiration of the world. Your renewed and magnificent presence in the streets across Iran on Friday evening was a resounding response to the threats of…

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Tussle erupts over former Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro’s representative in court

Days after Nicolas Maduro’s arraignment on drug trafficking charges, a dispute has broken out over who is authorised to represent the former Venezuelan leader in court. New Delhi: Days after deposed Venezuela leader Nicolas Maduro's arraignment on drug trafficking charges, a tussle has erupted over who will be the representative of the ex-leader in court.  Barry Pollack, the Defence lawyer who appeared with Maduro in court, accused lawyer Bruce Fein of attempting to join the defence without authorisation. Fein, who is a former associate deputy US attorney general under Ronald Reagan, said a judge had asked him to help resolve…

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Trump says US will ‘do something on Greenland’, cites risk of Russia, China taking over | WATCH

US President Donald Trump reiterated threats to take control of Greenland "whether they like it or not," arguing the US must act to prevent China or Russia from gaining influence there. New Delhi: US President Donald Trump reiterated his threats on Greenland, saying that the US will do something with the territory, "whether they like it or not." This came at a media briefing during his meeting with the top oil and gas executives at White House. Justifying his comments, Trump said that if they don't act, China or Russia will take over Greenland. "We are going to do something…

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‘US should kidnap Israel’s Netanyahu, even Turkey can do it’: Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif

In his remarks, the Pakistani defence minister claimed that even Türkiye could 'kidnap' Netanyahu, adding that Islamabad was 'praying' for that to happen. Calling Netanyahu the "worst criminal of humanity", Asif said the Israeli PM has committed atrocities in Gaza. Islamabad: Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, who is known for his explosive remarks, has made a bizarre statement and said that the United States (US) should 'kidnap' Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, referring to Washington capturing Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro after accusing him of operating narco-terrorist regime. The 76-year-old made the remarks in an interview with Pakistani news channel that…

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‘He too will fall’: Khamenei gives stark warning to Trump as raging protests across Iran kill 62

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei sharply criticised Donald Trump, warning that arrogant leaders eventually face downfall and invoking historical figures as examples. His remarks came amid escalating protests across Iran over economic distress, despite internet shutdowns. Tehran: Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on Friday launched a sharp attack on Donald Trump, accusing him of viewing the world with arrogance and warning that leaders who display such "hubris" inevitably meet a downfall. This came in retort to Trump's "hard strikes" warning to Iran if it continued to harm protesters. Amid the intense unfolding of events, Iran's exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi stepped…

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US seizes another oil tanker, this time in Caribbean Sea in action against Venezuela-linked vessels

The Olina is the fifth tanker seized by US forces under a wider effort by President Donald Trump’s administration to regulate the global movement of Venezuelan oil products. Washington: US forces have boarded and seized another oil tanker in the Caribbean Sea, the US military said on Friday, as the Trump administration continues its campaign against vessels accused of violating sanctions linked to Venezuela. According to US Southern Command, the pre-dawn operation was carried out by US Marines and the Navy as part of a months-long military buildup in the Caribbean. Announcing the seizure of the tanker Olina, the command…

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Who is Jonathan Ross, the Iraq war veteran and ICE officer linked to the fatal shooting of a US woman?

Jonathan Ross, an Iraq War veteran and experienced federal officer has been identified through records as the agent involved in the controversial shooting of Renee Good in Minneapolis. The incident has sparked protests, raised questions about self-defence and prompted an FBI investigation. Minnesota: The US federal agent involved in the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old mother in Minneapolis has been identified through official records as Jonathan Ross -- an Iraq War veteran with nearly two decades of experience in federal enforcement agencies. Although authorities have not publicly confirmed his name, documents accessed by the Associated Press (AP) connect Ross to…

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Iran unrest: Ayatollah Khamenei warns ‘arrogant’ Trump, slams protesters for ‘ruining’ own country

Iran unrest: In a brief address televised by the Iranian state media, Khamenei slammed the protesters and said they were "ruining their own streets" to please the president of another country, referring to Trump. Tehran: Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Friday issued a stern warning to Donald Trump and said that the US president should focus on his own country. The 86-year-old Iranian Supreme Leader called Trump 'arrogant' and said that he will be 'overthrown' soon.  In a brief address televised by the Iranian state media, Khamenei also slammed the protesters and said they were "ruining their own…

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Denmark challenges ‘superpower’ US over Greenland: Know about the might of Danish Armed Forces

David vs Goliath in the Arctic: Denmark maintains 20,000 active-duty troops, 117 aircraft (with 35 combat-capable), 44 tanks, 50 warships (including 9 frigates) and a roughly $5 billion defense budget to protect its 6 million citizens. Copenhagen (Denmark): Denmark's armed forces, while compact and defense-oriented, rank 45th globally per Global Firepower Index, emphasising the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) interoperability over expansive power projection. Amid heightened rhetoric from US President Donald Trump eyeing Greenland- a Danish autonomous territory- questions arise about Denmark's ability to deter aggression, especially given its bold warnings of preemptive action. This story contrasts Denmark's capabilities directly…

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