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Apr

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‘Building castles in the air’: Iran mocks Trump’s ‘victory very shortly’ claim | VIDEO

Tehran: Denying US President Donald Trump's claim that Washington was close to making a deal with Tehran over "free oil and Strait of Hormuz, Iran on Friday mocked him and claimed that American leader was "building castles in the air".  Sharing a 15-second video of Trump in which he could be heard saying Iran would give "free oil and free Strait of Hormuz" to the US, the Middle East nation's state-owned broadcaster Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) ridiculed the American leader, while sharing a Persian proverb. "Building castles in the air!" the IRIB's X (formerly Twitter) post read. "Or…

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Apr

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‘If a deal is signed…’: Trump hints at visiting Pakistan; claims Iran ready to relinquish enriched uranium

Washington: President Donald Trump said on Thursday (local time) that he would consider travelling to Pakistan if a peace deal is signed between the United States (US) and Iran, indicating that negotiations are almost finalised. Speaking to reporters at the White House while en route to Las Vegas, Nevada, Trump said praised Pakistan for facilitating talks between the US and Iran, calling the negotiations constructive.  He said the Pakistani intermediaries "have been so great". "I would go to Pakistan, yeah," the 79-year-old American president said. "If the deal is signed in Islamabad, I might go. They want me to go."…

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Apr

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‘I had a very good talk with him’: Trump on 40-minute call with ‘friend’ PM Modi

Washington: Describing Prime Minister Narendra Modi as his 'friend' once again, US President Donald Trump said on Thursday (local time) that he held "very good conversation" with the Indian leader earlier this week. Trump, a two-time US president, made the remarks while speaking to reporters at White House while heading to Las Vegas. "I had a very good talk with him, and he's a friend of mine from India, and he's doing great. We had a very good conversation," Trump said.  Trump had called on PM Modi on Tuesday during which they discussed the bilateral relationship between India and the…

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16

Apr

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Who is the real boss of Pakistan? Video reveals truth during Munir’s visit to Iran for peace talks

New Delhi: Pakistan's Army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir reached Tehran on Wednesday for talks with the Iranian leadership as part of his country's efforts to resolve the conflict between the US and Iran. Notably, he was part of a delegation that includes Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi welcomed the delegation members upon their arrival in Tehran. "The purpose of the visit is to deliver a US message to the Iranian leadership and to plan the next round of negotiations," Iran's state-run Press TV reported. Who is the real boss of Pakistan? Video says it all…

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Apr

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Trump announces 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon after talks with Netanyahu, Aoun

Washington: US President Donald Trump on Thursday (April 16) announced that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, saying both sides have agreed to halt hostilities in a bid to move toward lasting peace. The announcement came after what Trump described as "excellent conversations" with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. 10-day ceasefire to begin at 5 PM EST In a post on Truth Social, Trump said that the ceasefire will formally begin at 5 pm EST (3:30 am IST), calling it a step aimed at achieving peace between the two countries. "I just had excellent…

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Apr

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Israel launches heavy strikes in Gaza City, kills three including Hamas communication commander

Gaza City: The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) carried out an intense military operation in Gaza City and claimed to have eliminated a key Hamas commander. According to the IDF, the objective of the strike was to prevent Hamas from rebuilding its military structure and to foil any upcoming attacks. The army identified the slain commander as Ahmad Abu Khudaira, who was active in Hamas' communication unit in the Gaza City region. In a post shared on X, the IDF said he was involved in advancing plans for terror attacks against Israeli soldiers and posed a direct threat to the forces. Two…

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Apr

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Europe has only six weeks of jet fuel supply left amid West Asia tensions: Energy agency chief

Paris: Amid ongoing tensions in West Asia, Europe is likely to face a severe aviation fuel shortage within weeks as the ongoing Iran conflict continues to disrupt global energy supplies. The warning comes from Fatih Birol, head of the International Energy Agency, who said the region may have only "6 weeks or so of jet fuel left" if supply routes remain blocked. In an interview with The Associated Press, Birol cautioned that airlines could soon be forced to cancel flights due to the fuel crunch. "If the Strait of Hormuz isn't reopened, I can tell you soon we will hear the…

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Apr

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US says no deal to extend ceasefire with Iran, plans more talks in Pakistan

Tehran: The White House on Wednesday (local time) rejected reports claiming that the United States (US) has sought an extension of the ongoing ceasefire with Iran, but stressed that negotiations are ongoing with the Islamic Republic. It also said that Iran has been made aware about the negotiating position of Washington. Briefing the reporters at a press conference, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt also said that it would be in the interest of Iran to meet the demands of President Donald Trump, adding that the Republican leader has made his red lines clear to Tehran. She also said the…

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Apr

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Dubai’s rise as a global hub: How US-Iran tensions are testing safety and stability in the Gulf city?

New Delhi: Dubai has long been considered one of the safest and most modern cities in the world. Known for its futuristic skyline, luxury lifestyle, and strong global identity, it has become a powerful symbol of success and ambition. Landmarks like the Burj Khalifa and its world-famous artificial islands reflect how far the city has come in terms of innovation and urban development. Today, Dubai stands not just as a tourist destination, but as a global icon of progress. What makes Dubai truly powerful is not oil, but its diversified economy. In recent years, its non-oil trade has expanded significantly,…

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Lashkar-e-Taiba co-founder Amir Hamza shot in Lahore; condition critical

Lahore: Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) co-founder Amir Hamza has been shot by unknown gunmen in Pakistan's Lahore, said sources on Thursday. The 66-year-old, who is considered as the second most important leader of Lashkar-e-Taiba after Hafiz Saeed, is in critical condition.  Hamza, who is involved in multiple terror attacks in India and is a wanted terrorist, was attacked by unidentified assailants outside a news channel in Lahore. He was rushed a local hospital in Lahore and his condition remains extremely serious.  This is second time in less than a year when Hamza has been shot by unknown men. Last year in May,…

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