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Iran’s Khamenei makes first public appearance since Israel conflict; attends mourning event – video

Iran Supreme Leader Khamenei (X @EnglishFars) Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei made his first public appearance since the recent military escalation with Israel, according to AFP news agency.Khamenei was seen attending an Ashura night event in Tehran, wearing black attire and a white checkered scarf. A video of the appearance was shared by Fars […]

Gaza war: Hamas gives ‘positive’ response to latest ceasefire proposal; says ‘fully prepared’ for negotiations to end conflict

Hamas said on Friday it has given a “positive” response to the latest proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza but called for further talks to implement an agreement, if reached.“Hamas has submitted its positive response to the Egyptian and Qatari mediators. We are fully prepared to immediately enter into a round of negotiations regarding the […]

Iran-Israel conflict: Iran’s top clerics issue ‘fatwa’ against Donald Trump, Benjamin Netanyahu; calls them ‘warlords’

US President Donald Trump and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu – File Image Iran’s leading Shiite religious authority issued a “fatwa” against US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday.Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi’s fatwa, a religious decree, like one issued against prize-winning author Salman Rushdie, calls on Muslims to bring down […]

Middle East conflict: Iran warns Israel may break ceasefire, says ‘prepared to give strong response’

Iran’s top military commander has expressed serious doubts over Israel’s commitment to the ceasefire that ended the exchange of fire between the two nations.Speaking to Saudi Arabia’s defence minister Prince Khalid bin Salman on Sunday, Iran’s chief of staff of armed forces, Abdolrahim Mousavi warned that Tehran is prepared to retaliate if hostilities resume.“Since we […]

US-Iran conflict: Trump may ease oil sanctions on Tehran to help in rebuilding country; says ‘they’re going to need money’

US President Donald Trump United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday hinted that they might ease the Iran oil sanctions to help rebuild the country, while maintaining its maximum pressure campaign on Iran, including oil sale restrictions. “They’re going to need money to put that country back into shape. We want to see that happen,” […]

Iran-Israel conflict: Donald Trump recaps 24 hours timeline – From Tehran attack on US airbase to ceasefire violation

File photo: US President Donald Trump, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Image credit: AP) In the last 24 hours, the Israel-Iran war took several dramatic turns, with US President Donald Trump making fast diplomatic moves to present himself as a peacekeeper in the conflict.The world watched closely as tensions […]

‘Complete and total ceasefire’: Trump announces end of Israel-Iran conflict; says ’12-day War’ could have gone on for years

US President Donald Trump announced on Monday (local time) that its ally Israel and Iran have agreed to a “complete and total ceasefire” which would be phased in over 24 hours.He called the conflict between the Asian rivals the “12-day War.”“CONGRATULATIONS TO EVERYONE! It has been fully agreed by and between Israel and Iran that […]

Iran-Israel conflict: Qatar closes airspace; Iran fires missiles targeting US airbase in Al Udeid

Qatar authorities temporarily suspended its air traffic across the country on Monday, citing the “safety of its citizens, residents, and visitors”.The ministry of foreign affairs stressed that they are closely and continuously “monitoring the situation” and coordinating with international partners.“The competent authorities announce the temporary suspension of air traffic in the country’s airspace, as part […]

Israel-Iran conflict escalates: US warns of rising threats; New York, Washington, LA on high alert

Washington: The US State Department issued a “worldwide caution” for Americans on Sunday, saying the conflict in the Middle East could put those traveling or living abroad at an increased security risk.“The conflict between Israel and Iran has resulted in disruptions to travel and periodic closure of airspace across the Middle East. There is the […]

Middle East conflict: B-2 bombers back in US after strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities- watch video

A B-2 bomber arrives at Whiteman Air Force Base Mo., Sunday, June 22, 2025. (AP Photo/David Smith) The US Air Force B-2 Spirit bombers which dropped massive bunker-buster bombs on three Iranian nuclear facilities arrived back at their Whiteman Air Force base in the Missouri province on Sunday (local time).Also Read: What are B-2 bombers […]