Iran will avenge the blood of its martyrs, keep the Strait of Hormuz closed and attack US bases, new Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei said on Thursday in a statement read out on state television, his first remarks since succeeding his father following his assassination. In the defiant address, Khamenei said the United States must […]
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China warns US AI military use can create ‘Terminator’ world
China warned the United States on Wednesday that the excessive use of artificial intelligence in its military could plunge the world into a “Terminator”-like dystopian future. US President Donald Trump’s administration has sought the unconditional use of AI startups in the military. The Pentagon has confirmed Elon Musk’s Grok system is cleared for use in […]
One week into Iran war, the dangers for the US and Trump multiply
One week into the US-Israeli war against Iran that has plunged the Middle East into turmoil, President Donald Trump faces a growing list of risks and challenges that raise questions about whether he will be able to translate military successes into a clear geopolitical win. Even after the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei […]
US approval for Russian oil sparks outrage from Indian opposition
The Indian National Congress on Friday assailed the Narendra Modi-led BJP government after the US temporarily allowed Russian oil stranded at sea to be sold to India, saying the move called into question the country’s autonomy in matters of national interest. The waiver, which the US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said was issued to “enable […]
At least 87 dead after US sinks Iranian warship
A US submarine sank an Iranian warship off the coast of Sri Lanka on Wednesday, killing at least 87 sailors and leaving dozens missing, officials said. The sinking came as the war sparked by a joint US-Israel attack on Iran continued to spread across the Middle East. “An American submarine sunk an Iranian warship that […]
Hegseth says US ‘can’t stop everything’ that Iran fires
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth acknowledged Wednesday that some Iranian air attacks may still hit their targets even as he asserted that US military superiority is quickly giving it control of the Islamic Republic’s airspace. The US has spared “no expense or capability” to enhance air defense systems to protect American forces and allies in the […]
US Diplomatic Overload is at Crisis Levels
The US is facing a diplomatic overload crisis on steroids. Worse, the Trump administration is relying on a single, highly inexperienced team to oversee three major negotiations. It remains unclear whether this team – or a more seasoned one – can manage what may be the most treacherous of all. Son-in-law Jared Kushner and crypto-bitcoin […]
Galaxy S26 pre-orders start February 25 with Europe storage deal
Samsung’s highly anticipated Galaxy S26 series is set to begin pre-orders worldwide on February 25, with shipments scheduled to start on March 11, but US buyers may feel left out of a key promotion. Read More: Galaxy S26 ultra could unlock Linux power In Europe, including the UK, France, and Italy, Samsung is offering a tempting […]
Pakistan assures US of facilitating foreign investment, increasing engagement
Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Wednesday reaffirmed Islamabad’s commitment to facilitating foreign investment and enhancing engagement with the American business community, the Finance Division said in a statement. The statement was issued after Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met Mark Pommersheim, the US deputy assistant secretary of the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs. […]
US Iran talks in Oman stall over missile and sanctions disputes
OMAN/WASHINGTON: Iran and the United States (US) began high-stakes negotiations in Oman on Friday to resolve long-standing disputes over Tehran’s nuclear programme. However, differences over the agenda and additional issues threaten to derail diplomacy and escalate regional tensions. Read More: Oman hosts crucial US–Iran talks amid rising tensions While both sides have expressed willingness to engage, Washington has […]