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US and Iran nearing 14-point memorandum, launch 30-day negotiation window to end war: Reports

Washington: In a significant development, negotiations between Washington and Tehran are reportedly advancing towards a preliminary accord aimed at halting current hostilities and establishing a framework for expansive nuclear talks. As per an Axios report, which cited several American officials and sources acquainted with the dialogue, the progress is being viewed as the most significant development since the onset of the conflict, though a definitive resolution has not yet been secured. The reported framework consists of a "one-page, 14-point memorandum of understanding" designed to trigger an immediate ceasefire and launch a "30-day negotiation window" to hammer out a broader settlement.…

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China asks Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz ‘as soon as possible’ as Beijing faces energy strain

Beijing: China on Wednesday asked Iran to quickly reopen the Strait of Hormuz, describing the restoration of normal maritime movement as a pressing concern for the global community. During talks in Beijing, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi that the world was expecting quick action to stabilise the key waterway. In a significant message to Tehran, Wang praised Iran for its stance on not developing nuclear weapons. His remarks come at a time when Washington has been pushing Iran to surrender enriched uranium stockpiles and commit to a 20-year halt to nuclear weapon development. Wang said…

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Iran will only accept ‘fair and comprehensive’ peace deal: Abbas Araghchi in meeting with China’s Wang Yi

Beijing: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, currently on a visit to China, met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday and stressed that Tehran would only accept a “fair and comprehensive” agreement to end the ongoing conflict in West Asia. According to Iran’s ISNA news agency, Araghchi said Iran was seeking a complete and balanced resolution to the crisis while defending its legitimate interests. “We will only accept a fair and comprehensive agreement,” he said during the meeting. Araghchi also praised China’s position on the conflict, particularly Beijing’s criticism of the actions of the United States and Israel. Describing China…

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US declares end of ‘Operation Epic Fury’ against Iran

New Delhi: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced that the United States has ended its major military operations against Iran. He said the campaign, called “Operation Epic Fury”, has been completed after achieving its goals. Rubio clarified that while large-scale operations are over, the situation is still sensitive and could change depending on Iran’s actions. According to Rubio, the operation launched on February 28 by the US and Israel was aimed at strategic military objectives, which he said have now been fulfilled. He added that recent US military activity in the region was defensive in nature, not offensive.…

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Texas shooting: Two killed, three injured in targeted attack near Dallas shopping plaza

Texas: A shooting incident in the US state of Texas left two people dead and three others injured after a gunman opened fire near a shopping centre in the city of Carrollton, located north of Dallas. Police confirmed that the attack was not random and involved individuals known to the suspect. Authorities said the incident took place on Tuesday at K Towne Plaza, a busy commercial area in the city’s Koreatown district. According to Carrollton Police Chief Roberto Arredondo, the suspect had a prior business connection with the victims who died. Investigators are still working to understand what led to…

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Bangladesh ruling party sees hope for India ties after BJP’s Bengal win, slams Mamata over Teesta pact

Dhaka: Bangladesh's ruling BNP has lauded the Bharatiya Janata Party for their massive victory in West Bengal while slamming outgoing Chief Minister Mamata Baneejee for stalling the Teesta water-sharing pact between Dhaka and New Delhi. The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has also hoped for the continuation of peaceful ties between the two nations. BNP Information Secretary Azizul Baree Helal praised the BJP’s performance under Suvendu Adhikari and said the result could help strengthen ties between West Bengal and Bangladesh. Helal expressed hope that the political change in West Bengal could pave the way for progress on the Teesta water-sharing agreement,…

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US KC-135 flying gas station goes missing over Qatar, called ’emergency’ moments ago

New Delhi: A KC-135 Stratotanker, US military aircraft often called a “flying gas station,” reportedly lost contact while flying over the Gulf region near the Strait of Hormuz. Flight tracking data showed the aircraft sending out a 7700 emergency code, a global signal used by pilots to indicate a serious problem. Shortly after, the aircraft disappeared from public radar near Qatar. What happened before it vanished Reports suggest the aircraft was carrying out refuelling operations in the air when the emergency alert was sent. It then changed direction and began descending, possibly heading towards a military base. About an hour…

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Trump pauses ‘Project Freedom’ for a ‘short period’ amid Iran talks

New Delhi: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced that the United States will pause its “Project Freedom” initiative for a short period. The decision, he said, comes after requests from several countries and is aimed at giving time to finalise a possible agreement with Iran. In a post on Truth Social, Trump explained that while the project will be paused, the US naval blockade in the region will continue without any change. "Based on the request of Pakistan and other Countries, the tremendous Military Success that we have had during the Campaign against the Country of Iran and, additionally,…

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Trump congratulates PM Modi over BJP’s win in Bengal elections, calls it ‘historic, decisive’

Washington: US President Donald Trump congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for what he called a "historic, decisive" mandate in the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026. The remarks came a day after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) swept past the majority mark to form its first-ever government in the state. Sharing the administration's message, a spokesperson from the White House told the media, "The President congratulates Prime Minister Modi on this recent, historic, and decisive election victory."  The BJP won a spectacular 207 seats in the results of the assembly polls declared on Monday. The Trinamool Congress, which has been in power…

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White House locked down briefly after shooting reported in vicinity, armed suspect shot at

Washington: An armed suspect was shot and injured by the US Secret Service following a shooting incident near the White House on Monday (local time), authorities have said, urging the public to stay away from the area as emergency teams responded. In a post on X, the agency’s Office of Communications said, “US Secret Service personnel are on the scene of an officer involved shooting at 15th Street and Independence Avenue in Washington, DC. One individual was shot by law enforcement, their condition is currently unknown. Please avoid the area as emergency crews are responding.” According to Fox News, the incident…

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