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In 90-Minute Call, Putin Offers Trump Help With Iran's '11-Tonne' Uranium
Over the past eight years, after Trump, during his first term as president, pulled Washington out of a nuclear deal with Tehran, Iran has reportedly accumulated 22,000 pounds, or 11 tonnes, of enriched uranium.

Video Suggests Would-Be Trump Killer May Not Have Fired Bullet That Hit Agent
At present there is no credible indication Allen did not act alone; he remains the only person arrested in connection with the alleged assassination attempt on Trump.

Kohinoor In Focus After Mamdani Backs Its Return. All About 106 Carat Diamond
The Koh-i-Noor, whose name translates to “Mountain of Light” in Persian, is one of the most well-known and historically debated gemstones in the world.

Nepal Airlines Shows J&K As Part Of Pak In Map, Issues Apology After Backlash
"We have immediately removed the post and are conducting an internal review to ensure our materials meet the highest standards of accuracy," the airline said.

Indian Airlines To Resume Full Operations To Doha From May 1
Three major Indian carriers -- Air India, Air India Express and IndiGo -- are expected to lead the resumption, reconnecting Doha with several key Indian metropolitan cities and regional hubs.

"Chic": Macron On King Charles' "You'd Be Speaking French" Jab At Trump
During his recent state dinner at the Oval Office, King Charles III cracked a joke or two about America and Britain's shared history.

$25 Billion, $40 Billion, $50 Billion? How Much Is US Really Spending On Iran War
Repair costs have not been added to the claimed bill for this war; this has 'not been reflected' in the $1.5 trillion budget FY27 proposal because the Pentagon is still 'assessing' the situation.

Why A Dress Worn By US Defense Secretary's Wife, Jennifer Rauchet, Is Fueling Online Debate
Jennifer Rauchet's dress at a Washington event has sparked debate over politics, affordability and the ethics of fast fashion, with reactions divided online.

"Next Stop $140": Iran Speaker Ghalibaf's Big Warning As Oil Prices Reach Historic High
Ghalibaf blamed "junk advice" from top US officials like Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent for pushing the theory of economic pressure, claiming it had instead spiked global oil prices to $120 per barrel, with $140 likely as the "next stop".

"Would Encourage King Charles": Zohran Mamdani Backs Kohinoor Return To India
"If I were to speak to the king separately from that, I would probably encourage him to return the Koh-i-Noor Diamond," New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said

Trump Rejects Peace Plan, Iran Says Ready With Weapon US "Deeply Afraid Of"
Iran's Navy Commander claimed that the Iranian forces have carried out at least "seven missile operations" against the US aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln

"Lying To American Public": Pete Hegseth Under Fire In Congress Over Iran War
Making his first appearance before Congress since the Trump administration went to war against Iran, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced withering questioning Wednesday.

UN Says Iran Has Executed 21, Arrested Over 4,000 Since War Started
Turk said at least nine people have been executed in connection with protests in January, 10 for alleged membership in opposition groups, and two on espionage charges.

Trump Says US Reviewing Possible Reduction Of Its Troops In Germany
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the United States is considering reducing the number of its troops in Germany, amid a row with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the Iran war.

Trump Says US Has "A Shot" At Crewed Moon Landing Before Presidency Ends
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he believes NASA has a good chance of returning astronauts to the Moon's surface before he leaves the White House at the start of 2029.

Alleged Trump Assassin Took Selfie Moments Before Attack: Prosecutors
The man accused of trying to assassinate President Donald Trump took a selfie in his hotel room moments before bursting through security with a pump-action shotgun, prosecutors said Wednesday.

"I Literally Was A Fool": Elon Musk Grilled In OpenAI Trial
Elon Musk faced fiery questioning Wednesday in his court showdown with OpenAI, as he insisted that the maker of ChatGPT had fooled him by turning what was an altruistic pursuit into a profit-making juggernaut.

Pakistan Facing Major Economic Fallout Due To Iran War, Says PM Sharif
Pakistan's oil import bill had surged from $300 million before the conflict to $800 million, the prime minister said.

US Supreme Court Undermines Key Provision Of Voting Rights Act
The lower court found that the map was guided too much by racial considerations in violation of the constitutional promise of equal protection under the law.


