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Iran said it had launched retaliatory attacks after recent US military strikes, claiming it destroyed Patriot air defence systems and a fleet of drones. The United States has not confirmed the claims, and independent verification of the reported damage was not immediately available. The latest developments mark another escalation in tensions across the Gulf region….
Australia is placing cricket at the centre of its public diplomacy efforts as it seeks to strengthen relations with India during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit. The move reflects the growing importance of cultural connections alongside expanding strategic and economic cooperation between the two countries. Cricket remains one of the strongest shared passions between Australia…
Tensions in the Middle East escalated after Iran warned the United Arab Emirates (UAE) that it would “pay the price” if it continued to support US military operations targeting Iranian infrastructure. The warning followed fresh American strikes that Tehran described as acts of aggression against its territory. Iranian officials accused regional countries of assisting US…
Former US President Donald Trump has renewed his campaign to end birthright citizenship after the US Supreme Court issued a key ruling on his executive order. While the court did not decide whether the order is constitutional, Trump said Congress should now pass a law to abolish the policy. The Supreme Court ruled that lower…
India has advised its citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Iran even as diplomatic efforts to end the conflict continue. The advisory comes at a time when Pakistan has said that talks between the United States and Iran are likely to resume next week. The Indian Embassy in Tehran said the situation remains sensitive…
Iran has described the recent agreement aimed at ending the conflict in West Asia as a “declaration of America’s defeat”. The remarks came as Tehran and Washington moved forward with efforts to turn a temporary understanding into a broader peace arrangement. Iranian parliamentary speaker and chief negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said the agreement was the…
US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran is willing to “give us anything” to reach an agreement with Washington. His remarks came as the US Senate approved a resolution aimed at limiting further military action against Tehran without congressional approval. The Senate passed the war powers resolution by a narrow 50-48 vote. Four Republican…
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called on India and China to view each other as “partners, not rivals” and an “opportunity instead of a threat”. His remarks come at a time when both countries are showing signs of rebuilding diplomatic engagement after years of strained relations. Wang made the comments while stressing the need…
Speculation over Keir Starmer’s future has intensified in British politics, putting Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham under fresh scrutiny. Burnham has emerged as one of the names most frequently mentioned as a possible successor if Labour decides to change its leadership. The discussion gathered pace after developments within Labour appeared to strengthen Burnham’s position. Westminster…
Keir Starmer became the United Kingdom’s prime minister in July 2024 after leading Labour to a landslide election victory. The result ended 14 years of Conservative rule and opened a new chapter in British politics. Images from his first day in office showed Starmer and his family outside 10 Downing Street. In his first speech,…
