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Gulf States Press US Over Iran Threat

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

Gulf Arab states are pressing the United States to take stronger action against Iran as the Strait of Hormuz crisis continues to disrupt regional oil exports and raise fears of prolonged instability. The latest diplomatic push reflects concern among Gulf governments that any limited response may leave Iran capable of threatening shipping lanes, energy infrastructure […]

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Trump Escalates Rhetoric On Cuba

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump said he could do “anything” he wanted with Cuba, escalating his rhetoric at a time when Washington and Havana remain in contact amid the island’s deepening energy and economic crisis. His remarks added fresh uncertainty to an already tense phase in U.S.-Cuba relations, with pressure building over sanctions, fuel shortages and […]

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US Pushes Allies To Blacklist Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

The United States has directed its diplomats to urge allied governments to formally blacklist Iran’s  and Hezbollah, expanding Washington’s campaign to build broader international pressure on Tehran and its regional network. The move comes amid heightened conflict in the Middle East and reflects a push by the Trump administration to align more partners behind its […]

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Rashid Khan Condemns Kabul Airstrikes

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

Afghanistan cricketer Rashid Khan has condemned the reported Pakistani airstrikes in Kabul, joining growing outrage after Taliban authorities said a drug rehabilitation hospital was hit and hundreds of civilians were killed or injured. His statement came as the latest round of cross-border violence sharply raised tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Rashid Khan

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Afghanistan Accuses Pakistan Over Hospital Strike

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

Afghanistan has accused Pakistan of carrying out an airstrike on a hospital in Kabul, reporting heavy casualties in what would mark a major escalation in the worsening conflict between the two neighbours. Pakistan has denied targeting civilians, saying its military action was aimed only at militant infrastructure and security threats based inside Afghanistan. Pakistan

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Iran Seeks Release Of Seized Ships From India

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

Iran is seeking the release of three tankers seized by Indian authorities as New Delhi continues talks to secure safe passage for Indian-flagged and India-bound vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route that has come under pressure during the ongoing regional conflict. The issue came up during recent diplomatic discussions between Indian […]

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Bessent Says Trump Xi Meeting Delay Is Logistical

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said any delay in a planned meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping would be driven by logistics linked to the Iran war, not by an attempt to pressure Beijing over the Strait of Hormuz. His remarks came as the conflict continued to disrupt shipping and […]

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Jaishankar Says Europe Can’t Mirror India-Iran Ties

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has said Europe cannot simply replicate India’s relationship with Iran, stressing that New Delhi’s engagement with Tehran is shaped by its own history, interests and regional context. His remarks come as several countries explore ways to secure commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz amid continued instability in West Asia.

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Iran’s Sejjil Missile Use Raises Stakes

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

Iran has reportedly used its Sejjil ballistic missile during the current conflict, drawing attention to one of the country’s most advanced longer-range weapons. The missile has been described in some reports as a “dancing missile,” a label linked to its reported manoeuvrability and ability to complicate interception, though the official military designation remains Sejjil

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Trump Warns NATO Over Hormuz Support

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2026

Donald Trump has warned that NATO could face a difficult future if allies do not support U.S. efforts to secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, as Washington pushes partner nations to share the burden of protecting one of the world’s most important energy routes. His remarks come at a time of rising pressure on […]