US President Donald Trump said he postponed a planned military strike on Iran after Gulf leaders urged restraint, citing renewed hopes for diplomacy to end the ongoing conflict. Trump revealed that a large-scale assault had been prepared for Tuesday after Iran rejected the outlines of a proposed agreement. However, leaders from Qatar, Saudi Arabia and […]
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Trump says Iran strike halted after request from Pakistan figures
US President Donald Trump has claimed that a “decisive strike” on Iran was halted after appeals from what he described as “very good people in Pakistan,” whom he said had close ties with Tehran. In an interview with a US television channel, Trump said the planned action against Iran was reconsidered after certain individuals intervened […]
Trump signals tougher stance on Iran amid Strait tensions
US President Donald Trump has said his patience with Iran is wearing thin as tensions over the Strait of Hormuz continue to disrupt global energy markets and regional stability. Speaking aboard Air Force One after concluding talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, Trump indicated that Tehran must reopen the crucial shipping route but […]
Trump says maintaining strong ties with China more beneficial than confrontation
US President Donald Trump has said that maintaining strong and cooperative relations with China is more beneficial than confrontation, adding that ties between the two countries are currently improving. Read More: China tightens grip before Trump summit In an interview with an American television channel, Trump said relations between Washington and Beijing are moving in a positive direction […]
China issued a strong statement for end to US unilateral sanctions
China has issued a strong statement urging the United States to immediately stop what it describes as the misuse of unilateral sanctions imposed without international legal backing, escalating diplomatic tensions between the two global powers. Read More: US sanctions Chinese refinery over Iran ties According to reports, Liu Pengyu, spokesperson for the Chinese Embassy in Washington, […]
Trump broadens sanctions pressure on Cuba
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order expanding sanctions against the Cuban government and its affiliates, intensifying Washington’s pressure campaign on Cuba. The move targets individuals, entities, and affiliates accused of supporting Cuba’s security apparatus or involvement in corruption and human rights violations. Read More: US sanctions Chinese refinery over Iran ties According to White House […]
John Kerry reveals past US rejection of Iran war plans
Former US Secretary of State John Kerry has made a significant revelation regarding past proposals for military action against Iran, stating that three former US presidents rejected plans for war involving Israel. Read More: Kerry meets Russia’s Lavrov on Syria cooperation plan Speaking amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East, Kerry said that former presidents George W. […]
Trump says Xi told him China is not supplying weapons to Iran
US President Donald Trump has said that Chinese President Xi Jinping told him Beijing is not supplying weapons to Iran, following a direct exchange of letters between the two leaders, according to remarks made in a Fox Business interview aired on Wednesday. Read More: Trump pledges US-Iran talks on sanctions Trump said he had written to Xi […]
Bernie Sanders moves to block $500m arms sale to Israel
US Senator Bernie Sanders has introduced an effort to block a proposed $500 million arms sale to Israel, intensifying debate in the United States over military aid and foreign policy in the Middle East. Read More: HRW says West bank expulsions amount to war crimes Sanders said he plans to force a vote in the […]
US seeks comprehensive deal with Iran, says Vance
JD Vance has said that the United States (US) is pursuing a comprehensive agreement with Iran rather than a limited or short-term deal, reflecting President Donald Trump’s broader strategic objectives. Read More: Final push for US–Iran talks in Pakistan Speaking at an event at the University of Georgia, Vance stated that negotiations between Washington and Tehran are […]