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Iran sends proposal to US through Pakistan to end war
Iran on Sunday, May 10, submitted its response to a United States proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, with Tehran emphasising a permanent halt to hostilities and maritime security in the…
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Iran says ‘clock is ticking’ for US interests amid Hormuz tensions
Iran on Sunday, May 10, escalated its rhetoric against the United States and countries supporting American sanctions, warning that the “clock is ticking” for US interests as tensions continue to rise around…
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Israel deports two Gaza flotilla activists after detention
Israel on Sunday, May 10, deported two activists from the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) following their prolonged detention by Israeli authorities. Those deported were Brazilian Thiago de Avila and Saif Abukeshek,…
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Iran warns of ‘heavy assault’ on US assets over tanker attacks
Iran has warned of a “heavy assault” against American assets in the Middle East if its oil tankers or commercial vessels are further targeted amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.…
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Iran warns Bahrain, others over Hormuz access ‘forever’
Iran has warned Bahrain and other regional governments against backing a US-supported resolution concerning the Strait of Hormuz, threatening “severe consequences” and warning they could lose access to the strategic waterway “forever”.…
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Israel to release Global Sumud Flotilla activists Saif, Thiago
Saif Abukeshek and Thiago Ávila are to be released from Israeli detention, the Global Sumud Flotilla said on Saturday, May 9, adding that they are awaiting more details. “We welcome the news…
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US awaits Iran response as Hormuz tensions threaten ceasefire efforts
As the US-Israeli war on Iran entered its 71st day on Saturday, May 9, the United States said it expected a response from Tehran to a proposed ceasefire framework amid renewed tensions…
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US disables two Iranian oil tankers trying to break Hormuz blockade
The United States said it disabled two Iranian-flagged oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman on Friday, May 8, intensifying maritime tensions in the region even as Washington and Tehran continue indirect…
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Sudan farmers fear hunger crisis as Iran war drives up fuel, fertiliser costs
Omdurman: Two years after Sudan’s war forced him from his land, Omer al-Hassan returned to rebuild his farm. But now a new conflict in the Middle East threatens to push him deeper…
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Iran war: UAE reports new missile, drone attack amid fragile ceasefire
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) said its air defence systems were responding to a missile and drone attack early on Friday, May 8, as renewed regional tensions threatened to undermine a fragile…
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Iran accuses US of ceasefire breach after Hormuz exchange of fire
Iran accused the United States of violating a fragile ceasefire after Washington and Iranian forces exchanged fire in and around the Strait of Hormuz, intensifying tensions across the Gulf and raising fears…
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Lebanon, Israel to hold new talks in Washington next week
Lebanon and Israel are due to hold a fresh round of negotiations in Washington on May 14 and 15 as international efforts intensify to prevent further escalation in the Middle East and…
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‘Entire world would be hostage’ if Iran acquires nuclear weapon, says Trump
US President Donald Trump on Thursday, May 7, warned that the world would face serious consequences if Iran obtains a nuclear weapon, as diplomatic efforts to end the conflict in West Asia…
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US expects Iran reply within 48 hours amid escalating tensions
The United States is expecting a response from Iran within the next 24 to 48 hours as diplomatic efforts continue amid the ongoing American-Israeli war on Iran, now in its 69th day…
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Trump warns Iran of ‘higher level’ bombing if deal fails
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, March 6, warned Iran that military strikes would resume “at a much higher level and intensity” if Tehran refused to accept terms under discussion with Washington.…
