International
The United States has designated Afghanistan as a state sponsor of wrongful detention, accusing the Taliban of using foreign detainees as leverage in what Washington described as hostage diplomacy. The move marks a further hardening of the US position toward the Taliban-led administration and puts renewed focus on Americans still believed to be detained in […]
International
Iran Rules Out Talks As Conflict Continues Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said Tehran is prepared to continue its missile attacks for as long as necessary and indicated that negotiations with the United States are no longer on the table. His remarks came after US President Donald Trump said the war with Iran would […]
National
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar told Parliament that India’s approach to the conflict in West Asia will be guided by national interest, with energy security, trade flows and the safety of Indian citizens in the region remaining central to the government’s response. Jaishankar Prioritises Energy Security And Trade Addressing both Houses of Parliament, Jaishankar
International
US law enforcement agencies have been put on heightened alert after federal authorities intercepted encrypted communications believed to have originated in Iran, raising concerns that the message may have been intended for covert assets or sleeper operatives outside the country. Officials have not identified any specific target or attack location, but the communication was
International
US President Donald Trump said the war involving Iran could end soon, while warning Tehran against any renewed escalation. His remarks came as fighting and regional tensions continued to drive uncertainty across West Asia and global markets. Trump Says Iran Conflict May End Soon Speaking at a news conference in Florida, Trump said the conflict […]
National
Hotel and restaurant bodies in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai have flagged a shortage of commercial LPG cylinders, warning of disruption to food services as supply stress continues amid the wider West Asia crisis. The Centre has responded by asking refineries to increase LPG production and by prioritising domestic cooking gas supply. Commercial LPG Shortage Hits […]