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Iran Slams US Blockade As 'Grave Violation Of Sovereignty'
Iran slammed a US blockade around its ports on Monday as a "grave violation" of its sovereignty, as Washington and Tehran's belligerent...
Amid Middle East Tensions, Iran Embassy In Australia Showcases "World's Largest Mall" In Tehran
The Iran Mall was ranked the world's largest shopping mall by total area by WorldAtlas in 2023.
Made Lot Of Progress, Ball In Iran's Court: JD Vance On US-Iran Peace Talks
US Vice President JD Vance says Iran moved towards the US in Islamabad peace talks but did not go far enough
Pakistan Weighs 'All Options' To Repay $3 Billion UAE Loan
The country's foreign-exchange reserves stood at $16.4 billion as of March 27, enough to cover close to three months of imports.
US-Sanctioned Tanker Linked To China Tests Trump Blockade With Hormuz Transit
Rich Starry, a medium-range tanker earlier known as Full Star, was blacklisted by Washington in 2023 for helping Tehran evade energy sanctions.
US, Iran Weighing New Talks On Thursday, 2 Venues In Consideration: Report
According to the report, Islamabad and Geneva are two of the possible locations being discussed for the new round of talks.
Iran Steps Up Meme War Against Donald Trump, Calls Him "Miserable Pirate Of The Persian Gulf"
The Iran Embassy in South Africa shared a post depicting Trump in a musical-style video, where he is seen appealing to allow ships to pass through a blockade.
Why Trump Gave $100 Tip To Grandma On McDonald's Delivery To White House
Sharon Simmons, dressed in a "DoorDash Grandma" T-shirt, walked up to the Oval Office's exterior door to deliver food from McDonald's.
US-Iran Deal Was 80% Done. Then A Showdown Over Tehran's Nuclear Clause
Tehran has reportedly proposed suspending uranium enrichment for up to five years — an offer the Trump administration rejected, insisting on 20 years
Trump Says US Military Has Blockaded Iranian Ports To Pressure Tehran
US President Donald Trump said Monday that the American military had begun a blockade of Iranian ports as part of his effort to force Tehran to open the Strait of Hormuz.
Many US Catholics Upset With Trump Over Clash With Pope Leo
Pope Leo says he is sharing a Gospel message and not directly attacking Trump or anyone else with his appeals for peace and criticism of attitudes fueling the war.
US Considers Another Round Of Talks With Iran As Ceasefire Deadline Looms
Iran War: The officials are reviewing potential dates and locations, contingent on the progress of ongoing talks with Iran and regional mediators in the coming days.
North Korea Tests Cruise, Anti-Ship Missiles From Naval Destroyer
North Korea conducted another test-fire of strategic cruise missiles and anti-warship missiles on Sunday as part of operational efficiency trials of its destroyer Choe Hyon, state media KCNA said on Tuesday.
Trump Says He Hasn't Spoken With Xi Jinping On Iran War
US President Donald Trump on Monday said that he has not spoken with Chinese President Xi Jinping, while reiterating that the United States shares a "very good relationship" with China.
Trump Deletes Jesus Post Of Himself After Outcry
US President Donald Trump on Monday deleted a social media image apparently depicting him as Jesus after an outcry from religious leaders that he was being blasphemous.
Meta To Surpass Google In Global Digital Ad Revenue For First Time: Report
The Instagram-owner's global net ad revenues are expected to reach $243.46 billion in 2026, ahead of Google's projected $239.54 billion, the market research firm said.
'He's Wrong, Very Weak On Crime': Trump Refuses To Apologise To Pope Leo
"There's nothing to apologise for. He's wrong," Trump told reporters, a day after a social media post and comments slamming the US-born pope.
F-35B Lightning II Jets, MV-22 Ospreys, 15 Warships: Trump's Hormuz Arsenal
US President Donald Trump warned on Monday that any Iranian fast-attack ships approaching the blockade would be destroyed.
Trump's Iran Blockade Sees "Elimination" Warning, "Pure Propaganda" Retort
In a social media post on Monday, Trump claimed that Iran's navy had already been largely destroyed in the fighting, with 158 ships sunk.
