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Trump in White House address: ‘US will bring Iran back to the Stone Age, will hit them hard in next 2-3 weeks’

Washington: US President Donald Trump in his address to the nation on Iran war on Friday said the US will intensify its military campaign against Iran over the coming weeks, even as talks continue behind the scenes. He strongly stated that the US will bring Iran back to the Stone Age as it will hit them extremely hard in next 2-3 weeks. Trump says Iranian oil infrastructure remains a possible target He further added that Iranian oil infrastructure remains a possible target, saying the US “could hit their oil” if needed. However, he said the diplomatic channels remain open, noting…

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UK to host 35-nation meet on reopening of Strait of Hormuz as global pressure mounts amid Iran war

London: Nearly three dozen nations are set to meet on Thursday in a coordinated diplomatic effort to restore movement through the Strait of Hormuz, the crucial maritime corridor which has remained largely paralysed amid the US-Israeli war against Iran. The closure of this vital oil passage has already rattled global markets, triggering a sharp rise in crude prices. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed that the virtual meeting, chaired by Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, will focus on identifying "all viable diplomatic and political measures" that can help reopen the waterway, safeguard stranded crew members and resume the shipment of essential commodities…

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Apr

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Video shows US F-15 fighter jet chasing Iranian Shahed drones over Iraq | Watch

Baghdad: A video purportedly showing a US F-15 Eagle chasing suspected Iranian Shahed-136 drones over Iraqi airspace has gone viral on social media. The footage is being shared with claims that the fighter jet failed to intercept the drones. The footage, widely shared by Iran-backed accounts, appears to capture a high-speed aerial pursuit, with the fighter jet chasing multiple drones. Moments later, a large explosion is seen on the ground, followed by a thick plume of smoke. Claims accompanying the video suggest that at least two drones evaded interception despite the presence of the advanced US aircraft. Social media users claimed…

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Apr

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Trump claims ‘decisive victory’ in Iran war, vows to hit them hard for 2-3 weeks more | 10 points

Washington: US President Donald Trump delivered his first major national address since the conflict with Iran began on February 28, asserting that American forces had delivered a "decisive" blow to Tehran's military capabilities. He declared that the United States would "finish the job" soon emphasising that core objectives were close to being achieved. According to him, the campaign is aimed at dismantling Iran's missile infrastructure and Navy, weakening its regional proxies and ensuring it does not acquire a nuclear weapon. 'US is not seeking Iran's resources' Reiterating that the offensive was not motivated by Iran's oil wealth or natural resources,…

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Apr

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Iran War LIVE Updates: Oil rises, Asian stocks fall following Trump’s White House address

New Delhi: US President Donald Trump delivered a national address as the conflict with Iran continued to intensify as it has entered the second month. He cautioned the Iranian leadership with fresh warnings, applauded American forces for their role in 'Operation Epic Fury' and outlined his expectations on when the fighting could draw to a close. His remarks came at a time when disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz have persisted, with the vital oil route remaining largely inaccessible since the war began on February 28. Global crude prices have climbed steadily in recent weeks, fuelling market volatility and sparking…

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Apr

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Youngistan in Power: How Nepal’s young Parliament and Cabinet are redefining governance

New Delhi: A major political shift is underway in Nepal, where a new generation of leaders has taken charge, marking a clear break from the past. The rise of Balendra Shah as Prime Minister is not just a change in leadership, it reflects a deeper transformation driven by young people who were demanding change for years. A new face of leadership  At just 36, Shah has become Nepal’s youngest Prime Minister. Once known as a rapper and later as a civic leader, his journey into politics has been different from traditional leaders. His party, Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), won a massive…

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Apr

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Not sure if people in US have patience for Iran war to continue: Trump amid West Asia conflict

Washington: In a candid set of remarks during a private Easter lunch at the White House, US President Donald Trump reportedly admitted he was unsure whether the American public still had the patience for the ongoing conflict with Iran. His comments appeared to stress the rising domestic pressure on his administration to bring the prolonged war to an end. Trump also reiterated that the US could "very easily" seize Iran's oil but added it "is unfortunate' that public sentiment did not support such a course of action. According to him, many citizens simply wanted the fighting to conclude, saying, "They…

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Apr

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Iran’s Navy is gone, Air Force in ruins, their leaders are dead: Trump in White House address on war

Washington: US President Donald Trump addressed the nation on Wednesday and offered an update on the war in Iran. Addressing the nation, he said Iran's Navy is gone, their Air Force is in ruins, and their leaders—most of them—and the terrorist regime they led are now dead. He added that Iran’s command and control of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is being decimated and their their ability to launch missiles and drones is dramatically curtailed. Trump said, "As we speak this evening, it's been just one month since the United States military began Operation Epic Fury, targeting the world's number…

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Apr

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‘False and baseless’: Iran rejects Trump’s claim of Tehran seeking ceasefire as war rages on

New Delhi: Iran has strongly denied claims made by US President Donald Trump that it had sought a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict. Speaking to Iranian state TV, the country’s foreign ministry spokesperson called the statement “false and baseless,” making it clear that no such request had been made by Tehran. Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard separately issued a statement saying the Strait of Hormuz "is firmly and decisively under the control" of its forces. "This strait will not be opened to the enemies of this nation through the ridiculous spectacle by the president of the United States," it added. The…

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Apr

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Iran says prepared for ‘at least six months’ of war as Trump claims Tehran approached for ceasefire

Tehran: Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday asserted that Tehran is prepared for a prolonged conflict lasting up to six months and will go to any extent to defend the country. His remarks come amid claims by Donald Trump that Iran had sought a ceasefire to bring an end to the ongoing Middle East conflict. “At least six months. We will defend our country to whatever extent necessary,” he said responding to a question in this regard.   Trump's claim on ceasefire Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Iran has approached the United States seeking a ceasefire in the ongoing…

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