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All About Donald Trump's Obsession With Gifting $145 Florsheim Shoes To Friends, Advisers
Donald Trump has reportedly made it a habit to gift these shoes to those around him, often attaching personal notes.
We "Respect" Iran's Choice Of New Supreme Leader: North Korea
North Korea respects Iran's choice of a new supreme leader, state media said Wednesday, accusing the US and Israel of undermining regional peace.
Container Ship Hit By Unknown Projectile Off UAE Coast: UK Maritime Agency
A container ship was hit off the coast of the United Arab Emirates by an unidentified projectile, a British maritime security agency reported Wednesday, as Iran carries out a retaliation campaign in the Gulf in response to US-Israeli strikes.
'Moderate' Father vs 'Hardline' Son: The Differences Between Ali And Mojtaba Khamenei
On the day Iran announced Mojtaba Khamenei as its Supreme Leader, some neighbourhoods in Tehran, crowds loyal to the Islamic Republic gathered under the night sky shouting "Allahu Akbar" -- God is greatest -- celebrating.
A High-Risk Navy Mission That Wasn't: US Flip-Flop Over Hormuz
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright posted a claim that the United States military escorted an oil tanker travelling through the Strait of Hormuz to ensure global energy supplies, adding to confusion in an already volatile oil market.
"Destroy, Deny, Weaken": White House's Latest On Iran War Objectives
The White House reiterated its objectives for its operations against Iran, which it said will focus on dismantling Tehran's missile capability, crippling its navy and preventing the country from obtaining a nuclear weapon.
Trump Announces New US Oil Refinery With Investment From Reliance
President Donald Trump said the US will get its first new oil refinery in 50 years with the help of investment from India's Reliance Industries Ltd.
India Comes To Bangladesh's Rescue Amid Diesel Shortage Fueled By Iran War
Amid improving bilateral relations, India has sent a major consignment of diesel to Bangladesh, which is facing a critical fuel shortfall due to the war in Iran.
Israel Says Iran Is Using Cluster Munitions. What To Know About The Weapons
Israel says Iran has been firing cluster munitions throughout their 10-day war — adding a complicated and deadly challenge to Israel's already-stretched air defenses.
"Blatant Violation": Russian Consulate In Iran Damaged In Strikes
Russia's consulate in the Iranian city of Isfahan was damaged in shelling earlier this week, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Tuesday.
6 Killed, 5 Injured As Bus Catches Fire In Switzerland: Cops
A bus caught fire in western Switzerland on Tuesday killing at least six people and injuring five others in what police said may have been a deliberate act.
Watch: US Says It Destroyed 16 Iranian Mine-Laying Boats Near Hormuz Strait
The US military said Tuesday it has destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels "near the Strait of Hormuz," following reports Tehran is mining the key waterway that has been virtually closed due to the Middle East war.
Trump Warns Of Severe Military Consequences If Iran Mines Strait Of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump warned Iran on Tuesday not to mine the Strait of Hormuz, after Tehran vowed that no Gulf oil would pass through the key waterway while the Middle East war is ongoing.
"Aggressor Must Be Punished": Iran Says Not Seeking Ceasefire
Iran is not seeking a ceasefire in the war against the United States and Israel, the powerful Iranian parliament speaker said on Tuesday, adding that the "aggressor" should be punished.
About 140 US Military Personnel Injured In Iran War: Pentagon
About 140 US military personnel have been wounded in attacks since the start of the war against Iran, the Pentagon said on Tuesday.
In Khamenei's Will, He Didn't Want Son To Be Iran's Supreme Leader: Report
Few people wanted Mojtaba Khamenei to become Iran's next supreme leader, not US President Donald Trump, and not even his own father.
Lightning Or New Missile? Blue Flares Light Up Iran Skies Amid Strikes
The night sky over Karaj, west of Iran's Tehran, turned bright blue, mirroring lightning, reportedly after US and Israeli missiles struck energy infrastructure in the area early Tuesday.
US' "Tactical Error" Ahead Of Iran War As It Dismissed Ukraine's Plan
Months before the Iran conflict escalated, Kyiv offered Washington battle-tested technology to counter Iranian drones. The proposal was dismissed, a decision some US officials now call a major "tactical error", according to a report by Axios.
Putin Coughs And Splutters In Leaked Kremlin Video, Sparks Fresh Speculation About His Health
The Russian president was recording a tribute to women on March 8 when he began coughing and spluttering, forcing him to halt the speech.
