Iran nuclear deal

Iran offers nuclear talks to US after Donald Trump’s ‘time is running out’ ultimatum

In a potential opening for diplomacy, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has authorised the launch of nuclear negotiations with the United States, AFP reported citing Iranian media on Monday. This comes after US President Donald Trump warned “time is running out” for Iran to reach a deal on its nuclear programme.“President Pezeshkian has ordered the opening […]

After USS Abraham Lincoln, destroyer Delbert D. Black enters Red Sea amid tensions with Iran

The US Navy has expanded its military presence in the Middle East by deploying another warship, as confirmed by a US official to Reuters on Thursday. This move comes during a significant military buildup in the region amid rising tensions.An official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the USS Delbert D. Black had entered the […]

No more nuclear curbs? Iran declares end to UN deal – what it means

The landmark 2015 Iran nuclear deal officially came to an end on Saturday, marking the expiration of UN Security Council Resolution 2231, which endorsed the agreement. Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei confirmed that “with the end of Resolution 2231 on October 18, its provisions have officially terminated,” signalling what Tehran described as the final […]

‘Two countries with ancient civilizations’: Ayatollah Khamenei calls for stronger Iran-China ties; urges ‘solid foundation’

Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, on Sunday highlighted the significance of deepening ties with China, describing the two nations as “ancient civilizations,” capable of driving major changes in regional and global affairs.In a post on X, he wrote, “Iran and China are two countries with ancient civilizations on the two sides of Asia that have […]

Iran nuclear sanctions: UK, France, Germany threaten to ‘snapback’; Tehran demands guarantees against future attacks

The United Kingdom, France and Germany have signalled they are prepared to reinstate United Nations sanctions on Iran by the end of August, in case there is no clear progress on restarting the nuclear deal, two European diplomats said on Tuesday (local time).Ambassadors from the three nations met at Germany’s UN mission in New York […]

Iran casts doubt on Israel’s ceasefire commitment after 12-day war; demands UN name aggressors

Six days into a fragile ceasefire brokered by the United States, Iran on Sunday said it does not trust Israel to uphold its end of the truce, as both nations continue to reel from the most violent confrontation in their history. The 12-day war, triggered by an Israeli bombing campaign that targeted Iran’s top nuclear […]

‘Full strength of US forces will …’: Donald Trump issues strong warning to Iran; says US not involved in attack on Iran

Donald Trump (File photo) US President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Iran on Sunday, declaring that if the US is attacked in any way, it would unleash its military might “at levels never seen before.” The statement came as Trump sought to distance the United States from Israel’s recent massive airstrikes on Iran, […]

Nukes and negotiations: Donald Trump talks up ‘very, very good’ progress with Iran

US President Donald Trump (Pic credit: AP) US President Donald Trumpon Sunday signalled optimism over the ongoing nuclear negotiations with Iran, describing the latest round of talks as “very, very good” and hinting that a breakthrough could be announced “over the next two days.“Speaking to reporters on the tarmac at Morristown Airport before boarding Air […]

Iran-US 5th round of nuclear talks: Highest-level engagement amidst escalating tensions in Rome

The fifth round of talks between Iran and US are set to take place in Rome Iran and the United States are conducting the fifth round of nuclear talks today in Rome, Italy. The meeting follows a public disagreement during the previous round in Muscat over Tehran’s uranium enrichment program.The purpose of the meeting is […]

Indian-origin Democrat Ro Khanna says he ‘made a mistake’ supporting Joe Biden’s re-election bid, praises Donald Trump’s Iran deal

Indian-origin Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna, who defended former US President Joe Biden during the 2024 campaign, admitted on Sunday that he was wrong to support Biden’s decision to run for re-election.Khanna said, “I made a mistake,” in judging Biden’s readiness for another term. However, the lawmaker insisted there was no cover-up regarding Biden’s mental and […]