US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday Iran had shot down a US Apache helicopter that was patrolling the Strait of Hormuz overnight and vowed to respond, but gave no other details. “I have just been informed by our Great Military that last night the Iranians shot down one of our highly sophisticated Apache Helicopters […]
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Ibrahim Azizi warns US stance could derail peace talks
The chairman of Iran’s parliamentary committee on national security and foreign policy, Ibrahim Azizi, has said that ongoing distrust and the current US approach could make peace negotiations between the two countries impossible. Read More: Ebrahim Azizi calls for new maritime rules in Hormuz Speaking in an interview with a US media outlet, Azizi said Iran […]
Funeral plans announced for Iran’s late supreme leader
Iranian media has reported that the funeral prayers and burial of Iran’s late supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, will take place after Ashura, though authorities have yet to announce a final schedule for the ceremonies. Read More: Iran begins preparations for Khamenei burial According to reports, the headquarters responsible for organising the funeral arrangements will formally announce […]
Iran and Israel temporary halt strikes amid ceasefire efforts
Iran and Israel have announced a temporary halt to direct military strikes against each other following diplomatic efforts led by US President Donald Trump, raising hopes for a reduction in tensions after months of conflict. Read More: Israel-Iran strikes intensify as peace efforts face setback The latest exchange marked one of the most serious confrontations between the two […]
Iran, Israel halt strikes at Trump’s request
Iran and Israel has halted strikes against each other at the request of US President Donald Trump in what was the most serious escalation since a ceasefire started two months ago and threatened to plunge the Middle East back into war. Israel has halted strikes on Iran, a senior Israeli official was cited as saying […]
Netanyahu Tests Washington’s Grip on Iran Endgame
The latest exchange of fire between Israel and Iran has opened a new debate in Washington, not only about Tehran’s next move, but about whether US President Donald Trump can still restrain the ally most central to his Middle East policy. The immediate crisis appeared to ease on Monday after Iran and Israel both indicated […]
Oil prices jump as Middle East tensions escalate
Global oil prices surged on Monday after renewed military tensions in the Middle East raised fears of prolonged supply disruptions and further instability in energy markets. Read More: PSX tumbles as Middle East tensions fuel oil price surge Brent crude futures climbed by more than $3 a barrel, rising 3.39 percent to $96.24 per barrel, while US […]
Trump urges Iran to return to negotiating table after missile escalation
US President Donald Trump has urged Iran to return to the negotiating table and agree to a deal following renewed missile exchanges between Iran and Israel, according to media reports. Speaking after Iran launched missiles in response to Israeli strikes, Trump said Tehran should stop further escalation and focus on diplomacy. He stated that Iran […]
Israel and Iran exchange military strikes despite Trump ceasefire push
Israel and Iran exchanged fresh military strikes on Monday, further straining an already fragile ceasefire and raising concerns that the wider Middle East conflict could intensify despite diplomatic efforts led by the United States. Read More: Israel launches strikes in Iran after missile attack The escalation came hours after US President Donald Trump urged restraint and called on […]
Iran World Cup squad heads to Mexico as US visa row erupts
Iran lashed out at the United States on Saturday for refusing visas to some of its World Cup squad support staff as the players were to leave Turkey for Mexico. The row erupted just days before the June 11 start of the 2026 World Cup, which is being jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico […]