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The US has not added repair costs to the claimed bill for the Iran war, with the Pentagon still assessing the situation. 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.
Iran Speaker Ghalibaf warned against a maritime blockade, saying it would not immediately cripple oil production. Ghalibaf ridiculed the notion that a maritime blockade would immediately cripple Iran's oil production.
Putin warned of extremely damaging consequences in a 90-minute call with Trump, discussing Iran and the Persian Gulf. The presidents "paid particular attention to the situation regarding Iran and in the Persian Gulf".
Trump and Putin discussed the Iran war in a phone call, focusing on the situation in the Persian Gulf. US Israel Iran War Ceasefire News LIVE Updates.
Iran showcased a new weapon after US President Trump rejected a peace plan proposed by Iran. The plan included reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil shipments.
Canadian authorities denied entry to Iranian football federation officials for a FIFA meeting. The meeting took place weeks before the World Cup, potentially complicating Iran's participation in the tournament. Iranian football federation officials have been denied access into Canada for a FIFA meeting just weeks before the start of the World Cup.
Israeli forces intercepted a dozen aid boats from the Global Sumud Flotilla bound for Gaza. The boats were seized approximately 1,000km away from Gaza, disrupting an effort to deliver aid to the region.
US President Trump stated that the US is focused on phone negotiations with Iran. These talks occur as the US seeks to address Iran's actions, with Trump indicating that discussions are not taking place in Pakistan.
Hundreds of Iranians rallied in Tehran to demand an end to US threats and the ongoing blockade of Iranian ports. The pro-government rally was held in response to US actions.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced tough questions from lawmakers about the Iran war on Wednesday. Lawmakers criticized Hegseth's handling of the conflict. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces tough questions from lawmakers about the Iran war on Wednesday.
Hundreds of Ultra-Orthodox Jews blocked a main road in Israel to protest the country's mandatory military service. The protest was part of ongoing opposition to the draft. Hundreds of Ultra-Orthodox Jews blocked a main road, as part of protests against Israel’s mandatory military service.
The United States has lost over Rs 23,69,81,75,00,000 in the Iran war so far, strikes against Iran on February 28. The United States started carrying out strikes against Iran on February 28.
Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf mocked the US strategy of economic pressure, as oil prices surged and tensions continued in the Hormuz Strait. US President Trump had urged Tehran to "give up" on its nuclear program.
North Korea is experiencing a severe drought,.
China has increased military activities near Taiwan, including sending fighter jets and bombers. This escalation is part of China's ongoing efforts to intimidate Taiwan, which China claims as its own territory.
Paraguay reaffirmed its diplomatic ties with Taiwan, resisting China's efforts to sway the South American nation. Beijing has been trying to isolate Taiwan, but Paraguay remains committed to its decades-long relationship.
US singer D4vd is accused of buying tools online to dispose of a girl's body, prosecutors allege. His attorneys maintain his innocence and have vowed to defend him vigorously. The Tiktok star's attorneys have maintained his innocence and vowed to "vigorously defend" him.
Nepal's Balendra Shah government decided to defer Parliament sessions and instead issue ordinances. The move allows the government to push through legislation without legislative approval.
The US charged the governor of Sinaloa and nine other Mexican officials with drug trafficking offences, accusing them of aiding the Sinaloa cartel's importation of narcotics into the US. The indictment includes charges of weapons offences and kidnapping.
Rubén Rocha Moya, Sinaloa's governor, was accused of conspiring with the Sinaloa Cartel. Prosecutors accused Rubén Rocha Moya, the governor of Sinaloa state, and other Mexican officials of a yearslong conspiracy to protect the powerful cartel.
US President Trump said the US may reduce its troop presence in Germany. The potential cut in American troops was announced during a CBS News interview. Trump says U. S. may cut the number of American troops in Germany CBS News.
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