Joe Kent Quits Trump Administration Over Iran War

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

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A senior national security resignation has added a new political dimension to the war with Iran, after Joe Kent stepped down as director of the US National Counterterrorism Center and publicly questioned the justification for the conflict. Kent said he could not support the ongoing war and

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Europe Resists Trump Hormuz Mission

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

Europe is showing little appetite for joining any expanded military effort in the Strait of Hormuz, even after U.S. President Donald Trump urged allies to help reopen the vital shipping lane. The response from key European capitals suggests that while there is concern over energy disruption and maritime security, most governments want to avoid being […]

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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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Iran Israel War Escalates Across West Asia

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2026

The conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States continued to escalate on March 14, with fresh military strikes, drone attacks and rising tensions across West Asia. The war has expanded beyond direct exchanges between the main parties and is now affecting regional security, shipping routes and energy markets. US Strikes Iranian Military Targets The […]

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Trump Says Iran “About To Surrender”

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2026

Trump Says Iran “About To Surrender” US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran is “about to surrender” amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, describing recent military operations as the removal of a major threat. The statement was reportedly made during a virtual meeting with leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) nations […]

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Trump Comments On Mojtaba Khamenei Reports

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2026

US President Donald Trump has said Mojtaba Khamenei is likely still alive, though “damaged,” amid mounting reports about the Iranian leader’s health after recent strikes linked to the ongoing Iran war. The remarks came as Mojtaba Khamenei remained out of public view and questions continued over his condition following the attack that reportedly killed his […]

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Iran Warns Pakistan Over War Accountability

By BPN News Desk March 11, 2026

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has warned Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif that global order and international security could be endangered if those responsible for the ongoing war are not held accountable. The remarks, reported by Iranian state media, came during a conversation between the two leaders as regional tensions continued to rise. Pezeshkian Warns

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Israel To Raise Defence Budget By $13 Billion

By BPN News Desk March 11, 2026

Israel is preparing to expand its defence budget by nearly 40 billion shekels, or about $13 billion, as the government moves to finance the growing cost of its war with Iran. The proposed increase would amount to roughly 2% of Israel’s gross domestic product and reflects the scale of the country’s current military operations and […]

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US Lawmakers Fear Iran Ground Troops

By BPN News Desk March 11, 2026

Democratic lawmakers in the United States have raised fresh concerns that President Donald Trump could expand the war with Iran by deploying American ground troops, following classified briefings from administration officials. The unease comes as questions grow in Washington over the scale, cost and end goals of the conflict. US Lawmakers Raise Iran Ground Troop […]

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Trump Says Iran War May End Soon

By BPN News Desk March 10, 2026

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 […]