Tag: Iran
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Iran Considering US Proposal As Trump Predicts War Will End “Quickly”
By Paul Joseph The United States President Donald Trump has expressed optimism that the ongoing conflict could end soon, as Tehran confirmed it is reviewing a proposal aimed at ending the war. Trump made the remarks on Wednesday during a virtual campaign event in Georgia, where he said most people supported his administration’s efforts to…
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Iran Signals Major Shift, Puts Nuclear Programme on Table in Talks with U.S.
By Paul Joseph Iran has taken a significant step toward de-escalating tensions with the United States, signaling a willingness to negotiate key aspects of its nuclear programme as part of ongoing diplomatic talks. According to emerging reports, Tehran has proposed capping uranium enrichment at 3.5% a level far below weapons-grade and has also offered to…
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Iran Ordnance Blast Leaves 15 Dead, Including Top Officer
By Paul Joseph At least 14 members of Iran’s elite Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) have been killed and two others injured following an explosion in Zanjan province, according to multiple reports. The incident, which occurred on May 1, reportedly involved a bomb disposal unit attempting to clear unexploded ordnance believed to have been left…
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Trump Claims Iran in ‘Collapse,’ Wants Hormuz Strait Reopened
By Paul Joseph U.S. President Donald J. Trump has claimed that Iran is facing a “state of collapse” and has appealed to the United States to urgently reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime route for global energy supplies. In a post shared on his social media platform, Trump stated that Iranian…
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Iran’s Foreign Minister Araghchi Meets Putin as Iran-US Tensions Cloud Diplomacy
By Paul Joseph Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, has arrived in Saint Petersburg for high-level talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a move seen as part of Tehran’s broader diplomatic push amid strained relations with the United States. The visit comes at a delicate moment for international negotiations, with already fragile diplomatic efforts between…
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Trump Cancels Peace Trip to Pakistan, Warns Talks With Iran “Unproductive”
By Paul Joseph US President Donald Trump has abruptly cancelled a planned diplomatic trip by American envoys to Pakistan for peace talks with Iran, declaring that Washington will not engage in what he described as “unproductive” discussions. The cancelled visit would have seen envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner travel to Islamabad for direct negotiations…
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Strait of Hormuz Traffic Plunges as Iran Tightens Control
By George Omagbemi Sylvester Iran’s tightening grip on the Strait of Hormuz has sharply reduced maritime traffic through one of the world’s most critical oil corridors, following the breakdown of last-ditch peace talks earlier in the week. On 25 April 2026, shipping data shows that only a handful of large oil tankers are now passing…
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“Get Out of Iran Now” China Warns Citizens as Tensions Explode
By Paul Joseph The Chinese government has issued an urgent advisory to its nationals in Iran, urging them to leave immediately as security conditions deteriorate. In a notice released by the Chinese Embassy in Tehran and confirmed by state media, authorities advised citizens to avoid non-essential travel, heighten personal security awareness, and depart the country…
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Tinubu Assures UAE, Gulf States of Nigeria’s Solidarity Amid Iran Conflict
By George Omagbemi Sylvester President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and other Gulf countries of Nigeria’s solidarity following recent attacks linked to the ongoing U.S./Israel–Iran conflict. The statement was made on April 23, 2026, at the State House in Abuja, when Tinubu received letters of credence from several ambassadors and…
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Israel Says it Awaits US Signal to Launch Fresh Strikes Against Iran
By Paul Joseph Israel’s Defence Minister, Israel Katz, has declared that the country is prepared to resume military operations against Iran, pending approval from the United States. Speaking on Thursday, Katz said the Israel Defense Forces have already identified strategic targets and are fully prepared for both offensive and defensive engagements. “Israel is prepared to…
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U.S. Military Intercepts Iran-Linked Oil Tanker in International Waters
By Paul Joseph U.S. military forces have intercepted an Iran-linked oil tanker, M/T Tifani, in international waters as part of ongoing efforts to disrupt illicit maritime networks, American officials confirmed. According to a statement from the United States Department of Defense, the vessel was boarded without resistance within the Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility. The…
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Iran Executes Man Over Mosque Arson Linked to January Protests
By Paul Joseph Authorities in Iran have executed a man accused of setting a mosque ablaze during the January 2026 protests, according to reports from the judiciary’s official media outlet, Mizan News Agency. The convict, identified as Amirali Mirjafari, was sentenced to death after being found guilty of arson and actions deemed a threat to…
