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China Says Urgent Need to Maintain Iran War Ceasefire
China called for maintaining the Iran war ceasefire. The US and Iran are in a standoff. China Says Urgent Need to Maintain Iran War Ceasefire U. S. News & World Report.
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Iran offers new proposal for talks with U.S. to end war as standoff's costs multiply
Iran proposed new talks with the US to end the war. The standoff's costs are increasing. Live Updates: Iran offers new proposal for talks with U. S. to end war as standoff's costs multiply CBS News.
A deadline for the Iran war is here. What does the War Powers Act say?
The War Powers Act deadline for the Iran war is here. The act requires presidential reporting.
Hegseth says clock paused on deadline to seek approval for Iran war
The US defence secretary said the deadline timer for Iran war approval pauses in a ceasefire. The US defence secretary says the timer for the president to report to Congress "pauses or stops" in a ceasefire.
Trump says 'not satisfied' with new Iran proposal sent through Pakistan
Trump said he is not satisfied with Iran's new proposal sent through Pakistan. Trump administration says its war in Iran has been ’terminated’ before 60-day deadline.
US Iran Ceasefire News LIVE: Trump Says 'Not Satisfied' With New Iran Proposal
Trump expressed dissatisfaction with a new Iran proposal. He stated this in a recent statement. US Iran Ceasefire News LIVE: Trump Says 'Not Satisfied' With New Iran Proposal NDTV.
Iran submits fresh proposal to US as Hormuz crisis roils oil markets, raises hopes for talks
Iranian officials submitted a new proposal to the US, amid ongoing tensions over the Hormuz crisis and oil market volatility. The development raises hopes for renewed talks between the two nations.
Iran offers new proposal via Pakistan amid stalled talks
Iran offered a new proposal to the US through Pakistan, as stalled negotiations continue. IRGC leaders warned that their Navy would use advanced targeting systems to counter potential US strikes.
Turkish police arrest more than 500 people at May Day rallies
Turkish police arrested over 500 people during May Day rallies, as authorities deployed significant forces to control the demonstrations. The annual marches, led by workers and unions, are a regular occurrence in Turkey.
Iran FA president says he was allowed to enter Canada but chose to turn back
Iran's FA president said he was allowed to enter Canada but chose not to, despite initial reports suggesting he was denied entry.
Turkish police fire tear gas, arrest hundreds at May Day rally
Turkish police fired tear gas and arrested hundreds at Istanbul's Taksim Square during a May Day rally, as authorities cracked down on the demonstrations. Turkish authorities violently crackdown on May Day demonstrations at Istanbul’s Taksim Square, firing tear gas.
Iran Sends New Proposal for Peace Talks with U.S., State Media Says
Iran has sent a new proposal for peace talks with the US, state media reported. Details of the plan were unclear. President Trump had expressed dissatisfaction with a previous Iranian proposal.
Israel Sent UAE Laser Weapon Called 'Iron Beam' That Can Vapourise Iranian Drones
Israel sent the UAE a laser weapon called Iron Beam to counter Iranian drones. The report stated that the offensive and defensive systems sent to the UAE were mostly prototypes.
Germany needs no tips from Donald Trump, says Merz's deputy
Germany's vice chancellor, Lars Klingbeil, said Germany doesn't need advice from Donald Trump on handling the Iran war. Klingbeil criticized Trump's handling of the situation and his role in rising fuel prices.
World's Largest Aircraft Carrier Leaves Persian Gulf As US-Iran Talks Stall
The world's largest aircraft carrier left the Persian Gulf as US-Iran talks stalled. The Ford is currently in the US European Command area of responsibility. (File).
Who owns the Falkland Islands?
The Falkland Islands are owned by the United Kingdom. The islands are located in the South Atlantic. Who owns the Falkland Islands? Chatham House.
US Fed official says rate hikes may be needed if inflation surges
Neel Kashkari said rate hikes may be needed if inflation surges. This is due to the Middle East conflict. The Minneapolis Fed president, Neel Kashkari, said a series of rate increases “could be warranted” if inflation worsens due to the Middle East conflict.
Tether slows gold purchases for USDT reserves in first quarter, data shows
Tether slowed gold purchases for USDT reserves in the first quarter. This is.
TMC, BJP lock horns over EVM tampering claims | Above the Fold | 01.05.2026
The Trinamool Congress and BJP are at odds over allegations of Electronic Voting Machine tampering in West Bengal. The parties exchanged blows over the claims. Tensions are running high. From a political showdown in West Bengal over EVM allegations to rising LPG prices and the Bargi Dam tragedy, here are the top stories of the day.
Trump announces 25% tariffs on EU cars, trucks: ‘Not complying with our fully agreed to trade deal’
Trump announced 25% tariffs on EU cars and trucks. He cited non-compliance with a trade deal.
Pentagon inks deals with AI giants, but not Anthropic
The Pentagon has signed deals with AI giants OpenAI, Google, and SpaceX. The pacts allow them to bring top-tier AI models onto the US military's secure classified networks. Anthropic was not included.
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