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The United States is weighing NATO allies on a tiered basis based on how much support they offered during the Iran war, exposing fresh strains inside the alliance as Washington reassesses burden-sharing. The move comes after friction over military assistance, naval support and wider cooperation during the conflict, with some European members seen in Washington […]
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Donald Trump said fresh talks with Iran could take place within the next 72 hours, signalling a possible diplomatic opening even as tensions stayed high in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran seized two commercial vessels. The developments showed how quickly the crisis can swing between negotiation signals and fresh confrontation. Trump Signals Fresh Iran […]
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A U.S. lawmaker has urged Pakistan to take stronger action against terror outfits such as Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed, linking the demand to continued concerns over cross-border militancy affecting India. The remarks were made at an event in Washington marking the anniversary of the 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, where American lawmakers and Indian diplomats
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Iran has publicly raised questions over Pakistan’s role in the ongoing US-Iran diplomatic process, fuelling a fresh row over whether Islamabad is acting as a neutral mediator or playing both sides in a high-stakes regional crisis. The controversy centres on Pakistan Army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir and Islamabad’s growing role in backchannel efforts linked […]
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Iran has seized two commercial vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, including one that was headed for Gujarat’s Mundra port, raising fresh concern over maritime security and India-linked shipping in the Gulf. The incident adds another layer of tension to an already volatile regional situation, with commercial movement through Hormuz facing growing risk. Gujarat-Bound Ship
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UK inflation rose to 3.3% in March, up from 3.0% in February, as higher fuel prices pushed up the cost of living. The increase was sharper than many expected and marked a fresh inflation setback, with transport costs playing a major role in the latest rise. UK Inflation Rises To 3.3% In March Official data […]
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Iran has rejected President Donald Trump’s extension of the ceasefire, with a senior adviser to Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf saying the “losing side cannot dictate terms” and warning that continued pressure would not be accepted. The sharp response has deepened uncertainty around the fragile truce and signalled that Tehran is not willing to treat […]