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US, Iran peace deal signing on June 19 likely in Geneva but will Trump attend the ceremony? | World

Washington: The much-awaited peace deal between the United States (US) and Iran was finalised on early Monday, which could pave the way for peace in the Middle East and stabilise the global economy, as the Strait of Hormuz is opened later this week.  The agreement, which was finalised following intense talks and negotiations, could likely be signed in Switzerland's Geneva on June 19 and there is a possibility of President Donald Trump attending it, said his deputy JD Vance.  "I think we are still figuring out on the logistics on who is going to attend the signing ceremony. I certainly…

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‘Way to a reinvigorated global economy’: How the world reacted as US, Iran reach much-awaited peace deal | World

Washington: The over three-month-long war between the United States (US) and Iran is all set to end. President Donald Trump has announced on Truth Social that the peace agreement has been finalised, adding that he has ordered lifting the naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz.  Iran later confirmed the deal and said the agreement will be signed on June 19. Though it has said the final negotiations will start after a period of 60 days during which the Islamic Republic will see if the US fulfills its commitment of reopening Hormuz and unfreezing Iranian assets.  World leaders welcomed the…

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PM Modi lands in Slovakia on historic visit, first by an Indian PM since 1993: What’s on agenda? | World

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday evening (local time) arrived in Slovakia's Bratislava for the second leg of his two-nation visit. With this, he has become the first-ever Indian prime minister to visit Slovakia since its independence in 1993. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the prime minister said he is looking forward to his meeting with Slovakia's President Peter Pellegrini and his counterpart Robert Fico, which will pave the way in strengthening the ties between New Delhi and Bratislava. "Reached Bratislava," he said, "This visit provides an opportunity to deepen India-Slovakia relations and explore new avenues…

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Trump says Hormuz blockade to be lifted as US, Iran reach peace deal; agreement to be signed on June 19 | World

Washington: In a move that could finally pave the way for peace in the Middle East, US President Donald Trump said on Sunday (local time) that the United States and Iran have finalised the peace agreement, congratulating all parties that were involved in the peace negotiations. In a post on Truth Social, the 80-year-old Republican leader also announced that the naval blockade on Strait of Hormuz will be lifted. Soon after his announcement, oil rates plunged by 4.39 per cent to USD 81.15 a barrel, but experts still believe that it would take months for the situation to normalise. "I…

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Jun

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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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Jun

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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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