Iran Rejects Compromise on Nuclear Rights, Criticises US Role in Hormuz

Iran has firmly ruled out any compromise on its nuclear enrichment programme, asserting that its rights are protected under international law and cannot be negotiated away.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei stated that Iran’s…

Europe eyes independent Hormuz security mission amid shifting global alliances

European nations are preparing a post-conflict plan to secure one of the world’s most critical oil routes—the Strait of Hormuz—without direct involvement from the United States, according to reports.

A Europe-led maritime…

Cyclone Maila Devastates Papua New Guinea, Death Toll Rises to 23

Melbourne: Severe Tropical Cyclone Maila has left a trail of destruction across Papua New Guinea, with the death toll rising to 23 after 12 additional fatalities were confirmed on Wednesday.

In the hardest-hit East New Britain Province,…

'Iran Will Never Have Nuclear Weapons': Trump Signals Tough Stance, Confirms Naval Blockade

US President Donald Trump has reiterated a firm stance against Iran’s nuclear ambitions, declaring that Tehran will “never have a nuclear weapon,” while confirming that a US naval blockade has already been put into effect.

Speaking…

Jaishankar, Israeli FM Discuss West Asia Tensions and Strait of Hormuz

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar on Tuesday, focusing on the evolving security situation in West Asia and concerns surrounding the strategically…

US Imposes Maritime Blockade on Iranian Ports After Talks Break Down

The United States has announced a sweeping maritime blockade targeting vessels entering or exiting Iranian ports, marking a sharp escalation in tensions after negotiations between Washington and Tehran failed to resolve key issues, particularly Iran’s…

Trump Backs ‘Final Offer’ as Iran Nuclear Talks End Without Breakthrough

High-stakes nuclear negotiations between the United States and Iran have ended without an agreement, with Donald Trump now backing what his administration calls a “final and best offer” to Tehran.

Speaking after nearly 21 hours…

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.