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Trump threatens Iran with '1000 missiles' as both sides shoot their mouth in Gulf spat

President Trump threatened Iran with massive missile strikes if assassination plots are pursued. This warning dramatically escalated tensions between the two nations. Disagreements over a maritime deal's interpretation fueled renewed military exchanges. Iran vowed revenge for past actions and perceived US treaty violations. Ambiguity and mistrust now threaten another fragile…

The Times of India

Where retirement goes to die: Inside America’s geriatric government

The TOI correspondent from Washington: Mystery surrounds the health condition of powerful US Senator Mitch McConnell, whose prolonged absence from the Senate after a hospitalization has once again revived an old Washington joke: the United States Senate is less a legislative chamber than an elite retirement community that can still…

The Times of India

South Africa seeks tariff exemption as US probes forced labor tied to imports

South Africa has asked the United States to exempt it from proposed tariffs tied to a U.S. investigation into the enforcement of forced labor in dozens of countries

The Independent UK

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Iran’s supreme leader vows revenge for father’s killing

Both sides step up bluster but talks continue behind the scenes

Bangkok Post

'We screwed up': Iran officials admit hardliners fired on ships to derail talks

Iran has told the United States that attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz were the work of an "errant" group of hardliners attempting to sabotage ongoing negotiations, while reaffirming its commitment to continue diplomatic talks, according to senior US officials. The message was conveyed ahead of fresh…

The Times of India

Fight for Hormuz swings between missiles & diplomacy as Iran minister reaches Oman

Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in Oman to discuss ship passage safety. The United States seeks a public pledge for secure and free transit. Recent hostilities escalated after attacks on commercial tankers in the Gulf. Both sides have agreed to continue talks despite the ongoing conflict. Oil prices have…

The Economic Times

A new plot to kill Trump? One US ally believes Iran was behind it: Report

Israel has reportedly shared intelligence about an alleged Iranian plot targeting President Donald Trump. US authorities have not yet independently verified this specific threat information. This development occurs amid ongoing tensions and a strained ceasefire between the nations. US officials have previously warned of potential Iranian retaliation for past actions.…

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Goldman says Hormuz flare-up may delay recovery in oil supplies

Renewed tensions between Washington and Tehran have impacted global energy markets significantly. Ship traffic through the strait has nearly halted after recent attacks and exchanges. Flows through the Persian Gulf have retreated closer to seventy percent of normal.

The Economic Times

Trump says '1000 missiles are locked & aimed at Iran'; warns Tehran against attempts to 'assassinate' him

Donald Trump stated one thousand missiles are locked and loaded targeting Iran. He warned Tehran of overwhelming military strikes if assassination threats against him occur. The United States military is prepared for sustained attacks for one year. These actions would completely decimate and destroy all areas of Iran. The former…

The Economic Times

Did Israel push US to attack Iran by sharing Trump assassination intel - what was Tehran planning?

Israel's decision to share intelligence alleging a new Iranian assassination plot against US President Donald Trump may have been aimed not only at warning Washington but also at influencing the White House's approach towards Iran, according to CNN, which cited US officials familiar with the matter.

The Times of India

Iran gives US a 'reality check', says Washington broke ceasefire terms

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated Tehran upheld its ceasefire agreement with the United States. He accused the US Treasury Secretary of violating a memorandum of understanding. This violation pertains to the non-deployment of additional American forces in the region. Donald Trump had previously insisted the truce was over. However,…

The Economic Times

'Make a public statement or ...': US presses Iran to guarantee Strait of Hormuz is fully open

Washington is pressuring Tehran for a public statement ensuring Strait of Hormuz shipping safety. United States officials warned of negative consequences if Iran refuses this demand. Iran has attributed recent shipping incidents to an errant system part. President Trump declared a six-day ceasefire over due to alleged violations. Fifteen ships…

The Times of India

A viral photo on the subway. A striking aerial view. The top 5 news photos of the week prove the power of contrast in photojournalism

I'm a journalist and a photographer, and I think these striking photos are the best news photos this week

Digital Camera World

Trump’s ghost town Great American State Fair goes out much like it came in - with a whimper

President Donald Trump declared that ‘everybody’ has been ‘loving’ the Great American State Fair, but some attendees said they weren’t too impressed by the offerings

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The Guardian - UK

Burnham will have to master something Starmer couldn’t: the art of dealing with Donald Trump

The new PM will need a superb foreign secretary and the ability to get like-minded countries on board. Early signs suggest he may have the right skills, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff

International Business Times UK

Trump Reportedly Targeted in New Iranian Assassination Plot Flagged by Israeli Intelligence

Israel has warned the US of an alleged Iranian plot to assassinate Trump, amid rising tensions and ongoing diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran.

The Times of India

'Iran wants talks but ceasefire over,' says Trump as Tehran begins restoring nuclear plant operations

US president Donald Trump said the United States has agreed to continue talks with Iran after the Islamic Republic requested them, but asserted that Washington has made it clear the ceasefire is over.

The Times of India

'Zionist regime will not be safe': Iran warns US, Israel vows retaliation for attacks

Iran has said that it will respond to any attack on its infrastructure, including by striking Israel. The statement was made by the head of Iran’s top security body on Friday, as Tehran and Washington exchanged significant blows this week.

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The Times of India

Trump fires US election commission, raising suspicion of rigging

The TOI correspondent from Washington: In a move that has sent shock waves through the US and triggered suspicions among critics that US President Donald Trump is laying the groundwork to rig the November midterm elections, the White House has dismantled a bipartisan federal agency that helps America's sprawling and…

The Conversation

The US can’t win with force in the Strait of Hormuz – Iran must be offered a realistic incentive to settle

Iranian attacks on Gulf vessels trying to transit via Omani sovereign waters have once again pulled the region into a tit-for-tat spiral of escalation.

The Economic Times

Iran will respond against Israel if infrastructure attacked: Security official

Iran's security chief warned of retaliation against Israel for infrastructure attacks. Renewed fighting between Iran and the United States escalated this week. US forces conducted extensive strikes targeting numerous military sites. Iran accused Washington of also hitting civilian infrastructure and reported casualties. Israel stated its readiness to resume military action…

International Business Times UK

Trump Team Claims 116-Year-Old DC Law 'Does Not Apply to the United States' to Force Through 250-Foot 'Triumphal Arch'

The Trump administration seeks to bypass Washington's building height law for a 250-foot Triumphal Arch near Arlington, challenging longstanding federal construction rules.

France 24

How top Syrian diplomat Asaad al-Shaibani’s road to Damascus is shaking the Mideast

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani’s diplomatic motorcade hit the road shortly after his appointment. From Riyadh to Beirut, Washington to Moscow, Shaibani has been at the forefront of President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s bid to open a new chapter in Mideast history. But the rebel official-turned-diplomat may find Damascus does not hold…

International Business Times

AI Companies Are Spending Millions To Shape Elections. Now The Biggest Fight Is Over Who Writes The Rules For AI.

Washington is facing growing pressure to establish nationwide AI rules amid rising concerns over national security, misinformation, and the technology's rapid adoption.

The Times of India

How a secret CIA operation in 1953 set the stage for decades of tension between Iran and United States

US-Iran hostility stems from a 1953 CIA-backed coup which removed Prime Minister Mossadegh. Britain's oil dispute with Iran triggered the crisis and led to economic pressure. The Shah's rule, supported by the US, fostered growing opposition and anger. This historical distrust fueled the 1979 revolution and subsequent US embassy hostage…

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