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Apr

Pentagon Chief Hegseth says US Blockade on Iran ‘Going Global’

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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has declared that the American-led maritime blockade targeting Iran is expanding beyond regional waters, stating that the operation is now “going global” as Washington intensifies pressure on Tehran over shipping routes and sanctions enforcement. Speaking during a Pentagon briefing on Friday, Hegseth said the U.S. military campaign originally focused on […]

25
Mar

Iran Still Weighing US Proposal Despite Negative Initial Response, Senior Iranian Official says

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Iran is continuing to evaluate a U.S.-backed proposal aimed at ending the ongoing regional conflict, despite issuing an initially negative response, according to a senior Iranian official, in a sign that diplomatic channels remain open even as fighting intensifies. The proposal, a 15-point plan put forward by the United States and delivered to Tehran via […]

22
Mar

Trump Threatens Iran with Power Plant Strikes Over Hormuz Oil Blockade

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Tensions in the Middle East have surged dramatically after U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark ultimatum to Iran, warning of imminent strikes on the country’s power infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened within 48 hours. The Strait of Hormuz one of the world’s most critical oil transit chokepoints, responsible for roughly […]

Trump Urges Japan to “Step Up” in Securing Strait of Hormuz Amid Iran Tensions
20
Mar

Trump Urges Japan to “Step Up” in Securing Strait of Hormuz Amid Iran Tensions

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U.S. president signals push for allied coalition as conflict in the Middle East intensifies Donald Trump has indicated that he expects Japan to play a greater role in safeguarding the Strait of Hormuz, as tensions continue to escalate amid ongoing military conflict involving Iran. Speaking during a meeting at the White House with Japanese Prime […]

17
Mar

Iran Renews Attacks on U.S. Gulf Allies; Trump Says Retaliation “Was Not Expected”

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The ongoing war between the United States and Iran has entered a more dangerous phase, with Tehran launching fresh attacks on U.S. allies in the Gulf including the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Kuwait even as President Donald Trump claimed these retaliatory strikes “were not expected.” The renewed offensive underscores how the conflict, […]

06
Mar

Marco Rubio Says Iran Nuclear Deal Failed as Talks Collapse, Citing 2025 Breakdown

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In Washington, D.C. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has declared that efforts to negotiate a nuclear agreement with Iran have effectively failed, predicting that talks broke down in 2025 and underscoring deep divisions between Tehran and Washington over the future of Iran’s nuclear program. Rubio’s remarks come amid intense diplomatic and military activity surrounding […]

Third Round of U.S.-Iran Nuclear Talks Begins in Geneva Amid Rising Pressure
26
Feb

Third Round of U.S.-Iran Nuclear Talks Begins in Geneva Amid Rising Pressure

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A third round of nuclear negotiations between the United States and Iran has begun in Geneva, Switzerland, as both sides resume high-stakes discussions over Tehran’s nuclear and ballistic missile programs. Delegations from Washington and Tehran met in Switzerland amid mounting pressure on Iran to agree to a new framework limiting its nuclear activities. The talks […]

23
Feb

Trump’s Message to Iran: “No Nuclear Weapon Allowed” Fair Deal or Serious Action

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U.S. President Donald Trump delivered a strong warning to Iran during a recent press briefing, stating that Tehran must negotiate a “fair deal” regarding its nuclear programme or face serious consequences. Trump reiterated that the United States will not allow Iran to obtain a nuclear weapon under any circumstances. He framed the issue as a […]

U.S. and Iran Agree to Talks in Oman, but Dispute Agenda Ahead of Meeting
05
Feb

U.S. and Iran Agree to Talks in Oman, but Dispute Agenda Ahead of Meeting

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The United States and Iran have agreed to hold talks in Oman on Friday, marking a rare diplomatic engagement between the longtime adversaries, even as deep divisions remain over the scope of the negotiations. Officials from both sides confirmed the meeting, which will be hosted by Oman, a country that has frequently acted as a […]

US Imposes New Iran-Related Sanctions Targeting Shipping and Energy Firms
15
Jan

US Imposes New Iran-Related Sanctions Targeting Shipping and Energy Firms

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The United States has imposed a new round of Iran-related sanctions, according to a notice published on the U.S. Treasury Department’s website, as Washington steps up pressure on Tehran amid escalating tensions. The sanctions, issued by the Trump administration on Thursday, appear to target a network of shipping, trading and energy companies accused of supporting […]

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