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The Iranian government has sharply condemned a public statement by U.S. President Donald Trump advocating a return to full-scale nuclear testing. Tehran, through its Foreign Ministry, labelled the call “hypocritical” and criticised the United States for demanding compliance from other nations while itself preparing to detonate nuclear devices. The reaction came shortly
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The U.S. has imposed sanctions on eight Indian nationals and ten Indian companies for alleged involvement in Iran’s oil trade. The move is part of a broader sweep targeting individuals and entities globally linked to Iran’s petroleum exports. Details of the Sanctions According to U.S. authorities, the Indian individuals and firms were acting—directly or indirectly—in […]
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Russian President Vladimir Putin and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a phone call to discuss the progress of Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan and the future of Iran’s nuclear programme. Focus on Gaza Peace Proposal The two leaders exchanged views on the 20-point plan put forward by Trump, which calls for a ceasefire, hostage […]
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Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, declared that cooperation with the United Nations nuclear watchdog (IAEA) is now “no longer relevant,” following the reinstatement of international sanctions under the “snapback” mechanism. He specifically stated that the Cairo Agreement, signed last month with the IAEA, is invalidated in Iran’s view. Breakdown of the Statement
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The United Nations Security Council voted 9 against, 4 in favour, and 2 abstentions to reject a resolution proposed by Russia and China. The resolution sought to delay the reimposition of U.N. sanctions on Iran. With its failure, the “snapback sanctions” under the 2015 nuclear deal will take effect. Snapback Mechanism Activated The sanctions being […]
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Satellite imagery suggests Iran may have carried out an undeclared missile test at the Imam Khomeini Spaceport in Semnan province. The images show scorch marks on the launch pad consistent with a recent launch. No Official Confirmation Iran has not officially confirmed the launch. A parliamentarian claimed that the test involved an intercontinental ballistic missile […]
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Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has ruled out any direct negotiations with the United States over Tehran’s nuclear programme. He described such talks as a “dead end” and accused the U.S. of making demands amounting to bullying. Iran’s Nuclear Position Reiterated Khamenei reaffirmed that Iran does not intend to develop nuclear weapons, citing a […]