China may leverage Middle East tensions to widen influence in Asia: Report

New Delhi — The ongoing conflict in the Middle East could open up strategic space for China to expand its influence across Asia, especially as the United States remains deeply engaged in another geopolitical theatre, according to a report.

Iran Faces Hurdles Reopening Strait of Hormuz Amid Missing Sea Mines

Washington: A new complication has emerged in the already fragile geopolitical situation, as Iran struggles to fully reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz due to missing sea mines reportedly deployed during recent hostilities.

According…

Iran Warns US Not to Let Netanyahu ‘Undermine Diplomacy’ Amid Fragile Ceasefire

Tehran — Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has cautioned the United States against allowing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to derail ongoing diplomatic efforts, as a fragile ceasefire follows weeks of intense conflict.

Iran Accuses US of Breaching Peace Framework Ahead of Talks

Tehran: A new diplomatic dispute has emerged as Iran accused the United States of violating key provisions of a proposed peace framework even before formal negotiations begin.

In an official statement, Tehran said its long-standing mistrust…

Trump pauses Iran strikes for two weeks amid ceasefire push

Washington — Donald Trump has announced a two-week suspension of planned US military strikes on Iran, signaling a temporary de-escalation in rising Middle East tensions.

The decision is tied to Iran’s willingness to reopen the strategically…

Iran agrees to reopen Strait of Hormuz following Trump’s ceasefire move

Tehran — Iran has signalled a willingness to de-escalate tensions by agreeing to temporarily reopen the Strait of Hormuz, shortly after Donald Trump announced a 14-day pause on planned US military strikes.

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed…

Iran Rejects US Ceasefire Plan, Proposes 10-Point Roadmap for Lasting Peace

Iran has turned down a ceasefire proposal put forward by the United States, instead calling for a more comprehensive and permanent end to the ongoing conflict. According to Islamic Republic News Agency, Tehran submitted a 10-point plan outlining its…

Bangladesh FM’s India Visit Seen as Key Step to Revive and Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Dhaka: Khalilur Rahman’s goodwill visit to India beginning Tuesday is expected to lay an “important foundation” for deepening cooperation and strengthening bilateral relations, the Bangladesh Foreign Ministry said.

Rahman…

Trump Warns of Major Strikes on Iran Amid Rising Tensions

Washington— Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, signalling the possibility of large-scale military strikes if Tehran fails to comply with US demands within a set deadline.

In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Trump…

India Backs Efforts to End War, Says Iran After Jaishankar–Araghchi Call

Tehran— India has reiterated its support for efforts aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in West Asia and restoring regional stability, according to a statement issued by Iran following a ?????? between External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar…