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Two-week Iran ceasefire announced

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:19:47 GMT

WASHINGTON, DC - In a stunning 11th hour development, former President Donald J. Trump has announced on Truth Social that he has suspended a massive military operation against Iran, citing direct intervention from Pakistan's top civilian and military leadership.

According to Trump, the operation—described as a "destructive force" already en route to target the Islamic Republic—was halted

"Southern Lebanon will be cleaned of Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure": Israel Ambassador Reuven Azar

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 23:58:29 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 9 (ANI): Israel's Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, reaffirmed Tel Aviv's objective is to achieve a situation without 'Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure' in Southern Lebanon as Israel continues to strike Lebanon after the ceasefire with Iran.

Speaking with ANI, Reuven Azar differentiated between its conflict with Hezbollah and Iran, showing extensive support for the temporary ceasefire

"Netanyahu's contempt for life and international law intolerable": Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 23:30:30 GMT

Madrid [Spain], April 9 (ANI): Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez hit out at his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu over continued aggression in Lebanon, stating that the latter's 'contempt for life and international law is intolerable.'

Pedro Sanchez demanded to include Lebanon in the temporary ceasefire deal between US and Iran and urged the international community to condemn the violation of internation

"Will achieve goals either by agreement or resuming fighting" Israeli PM Netanyahu warns Iran, says "finger on trigger"

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:58:21 GMT

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 9 (ANI): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu signalled that the temporary ceasefire remains fragile as Tel Aviv is determined to achieve its objectives through negotiation or 'resuming the fighting'.

Israel's primary objective is to prohibit Iran from enriching Uranium, which Tel Aviv believes will be used to make a nuclear weapon.

In his first address to the nation after th

"President won't abide by terms if Strait of Hormuz doesn't reopen" US VP JD Vance

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:30:30 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 9 (ANI): As Iran accused Israel of breaking the temporary ceasefire terms, US Vice President JD Vance reiterated Washington's stance that Lebanon was not included in the ceasefire deal and warned that President Donald Trump 'will not abide by the terms' if Tehran doesn't reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Speaking with the reporters outside of Air Force Two as he left Hungary, Vance said, 'We

Why Iran looks like the real winner

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:07:06 GMT

What emerged from the war was not peace, nor even a credible settlement, but merely a pause shaped by the exposed limits of American strength

In Washington, the two-week ceasefire with Iran has been hastily presented as the beginning of de-escalation and as proof that pressure had once again created the conditions for diplomacy. Yet once the political packaging is removed and events are viewed in

White House says Iran put forward one "unserious", one "workable" 10-point plan

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:58:25 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 9 (ANI): The White House clarified that Iran presented two 10-point plans, out of which one was 'unserious, unacceptable' and was 'literally thrown in the garbage' by US President Donald Trump.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said that the other 10-point plan was 'workable', upon which the US has agreed for two-weeks ceasefire and further negotiations.

Karoline Leavi

Trump could punish NATO as Iran vows revenge on Israel

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:50:40 GMT

Tehran has decried the savage massacre of civilians in Lebanon, which Washington claims was not part of the ceasefire deal

President Donald Trump is reportedly mulling ways to punish NATO members who refused to help the US in its war against Iran, which is still flaring despite the announced two-week ceasefire.

The Trump administration could pull out American troops from the European NATO m

Trump could 'punish' NATO as Iran vows revenge on Israel

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:50:40 GMT

Tehran has decried the "savage massacre" of civilians in Lebanon, which Washington claims was not part of the ceasefire deal

President Donald Trump is reportedly mulling ways to punish NATO members who refused to help the US in its war against Iran, which is still flaring despite the announced two-wee

Trump could punish NATO as Iran vows revenge on Israel

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:50:40 GMT

Tehran has decried the savage massacre of civilians in Lebanon, which Washington claims was not part of the ceasefire deal

President Donald Trump is reportedly mulling ways to punish NATO members who refused to help the US in its war against Iran, which is still flaring despite the announced two-week ceasefire.

The Trump administration could pull out American troops from the European NATO m

Trump could 'punish' NATO as Iran vows revenge on Israel (PHOTOS, VIDEOS)

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:50:40 GMT

Tehran has decried the "savage massacre" of civilians in Lebanon, which Washington claims was not part of the ceasefire deal

President Donald Trump is reportedly mulling ways to punish NATO members who refused to help the US in its war against Iran, which is still flaring despite the announced two-wee

White House pushed Pakistan to broker US-Iran temporary ceasefire: Report

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:58:22 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 9 (ANI): Pakistan attempted to present itself as a peacemaker between the US and Iran, but the new details from a Financial Times report suggest that it was rather pushed by White House to broker the temporary ceasefire with Iran.

The report poses serious questions about Pakistan's independent diplomatic stance as it suggests that Islamabad was not a neutral broker but rather a convenie

Europe welcomes US-Iran truce as energy fears ease, urging lasting solution

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:45:03 GMT

The ceasefire has fueled hopes for the rapid resumption of oil tanker transit through the Strait of Hormuz. However, uncertainty surrounds the ceasefire as many leaders have cautioned that the truce will be meaningful only if it leads to a genuine and lasting peace.

BRUSSELS, April 8 (Xinhua) -- European countries, hard hit by surging energy prices triggered by tensions in the Middle East, have b

Israeli MPs furious over Trumps ceasefire with Iran

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:09:04 GMT

They have described the development as a political disaster and PM Netayahus worst strategic failure

A ceasefire deal struck by Washington and Tehran is a "disaster" and "failure," several prominent Israeli politicians have said. Israel was left out of the equation, they argued, calling it a strategic mistake on the part of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

US President Donald Trump announ

"US must choose ceasefire or continue war via Israel": Iran's FM Araghchi flags attack on Lebanon

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:58:36 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 9 (ANI): Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that the US must choose between a ceasefire or 'continue war via Israel'.

In a post on X, Araghchi said, 'The Iran-U.S. Ceasefire terms are clear and explicit: the U.S. must choose--ceasefire or continued war via Israel. It cannot have both'

'The world sees the massacres in Lebanon. The ball is in the U.S. court, and the world is wa

White House confirms talks in Islamabad, VP Vance to lead US delegation

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:31:15 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 9 (ANI): White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Wednesday said that US President Donald Trump is 'dispatching his negotiating team', led by the Vice President of the United States, to Islamabad for talks this weekend.

Addressing a press briefing, Karoline Leavitt confirmed that, along with Vance, who she called as President Donald Trump's 'right-hand man', Special Envoy Steve W

Can the US and Iran turn a ceasefire into a deal

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:50:32 GMT

From uranium enrichment to regional influence, the proposed framework reveals both room for compromise and major red lines

The US-Iran ceasefire, which was announced last night by US President Donald Trump, brings a cautious sense of optimism and hope that the war may eventually come to an end. However, a ceasefire is not a peace agreement. The two-week pause in hostilities could unfold according

Joey Hood: What Did The US, Iran Learn From Five Weeks Of War

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:44:05 GMT

WASHINGTON -- Veteran ambassador Joey Hood, a career diplomat who has served with a focus on the Middle East under multiple US administrations, says the United States and Iran have each drawn stark lessons from the violent new chapter in decades of hostility.

In an interview with RFE/RL, Hood -- who served as principal deputy assistant secretary of state for Near Eastern affairs during President Donald Trumps fir

China vows "constructive role" in Middle East peace after Trump credits Beijing for Iran breakthrough

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:31:10 GMT

Beijing [China], April 8 (ANI): The Chinese government has reaffirmed its commitment to regional stability following acknowledgements of its role in facilitating diplomatic breakthroughs in the Middle East, as reported by China Daily. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated that Beijing remains dedicated to fostering a peaceful resolution to ongoing tensions in the region.

The spokesperson's comment

UAE closely following ceasefire announcement, affirms importance of Iran's adherence to cessation of terrorist attacks, ensuring freedom of navigation

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:28:28 GMT

ABU DHABI, 8th April, 2026 (WAM) -- The United Arab Emirates is closely following the announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, and is seeking further clarification on the agreement's provisions to ensure Iran's full commitment to an immediate cessation of all hostilities in the region and the complete and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Ho

"Iran has always been much closer to us": Asaduddin Owaisi on Pakistan's role in US-Iran ceasefire

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:03:52 GMT

By Pramod Chaturvedi

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], April 8 (ANI): Following the announcement of a ceasefire between the US and Iran for two weeks, AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Wednesday alleged that India's shift away from its 'impartial' stance has hindered its ability to act as a mediator in the West Asia conflict.

Speaking to ANI, Owaisi described the ceasefire as 'delicate', asserting that India hol

Trump warns of 50% tariffs on countries supplying arms to Iran hours after ceasefire announcement

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:57:55 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 8 (ANI): Hours after the announcement of a double-sided ceasefire in the West Asia conflict with Iran for two weeks, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday warned against any country supplying military weapons to the Islamic Republic, stating that he would impose a 50 per cent tariff on all goods exported to the United States.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump stated that the measure will

Opening Diamond League meet in Doha postponed due to Middle East war

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:55:08 GMT

(Photo credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images)

The scheduled opening event of the Diamond League season in Doha, Qatar has been postponed until at least June due to the ongoing war in the Middle East, the track and field league announced Wednesday.

The meet was scheduled to open the 2026 season on May 8 but is now scheduled to be contested on June 19 'should conditions allow.'

'The Diamond League will continu

Iran has prevailed, and the Middle East has changed

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:29:43 GMT

Five lessons from a war Tehran didnt lose

US President Donald Trump has, in the end, found a way out of the situation he created by embarking on a reckless war against Iran. The threat of destroying an entire civilization provided him with the pretext to step back.

Indirect negotiations between Tehran and Washington, conducted through intermediaries, primarily Pakistan and, behind it, China

(SpotNews) IRAN-TEHRAN-CEASEFIRE-CITY VIEW

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:15:21 GMT

(260408) -- TEHRAN, April 8, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A man attends a rally in Tehran, Iran, April 8, 2026. Iran and the United States have agreed to a two-week ceasefire as announced by U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday, a move that has been widely welcomed by the international community. (Xinhua/Shadati)

What is in the US-Iran peace deal? What we know so far

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:39:09 GMT

US President Donald Trump has postponed attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure to negotiate an agreement based on Tehran's 10-point proposal

A two-week ceasefire announced by US President Donald Trump appeared to have brought a temporary halt to the US-Israeli war on Iran.

Washington says it now aims to negot

What is in the US-Iran peace deal What we know so far

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:39:09 GMT

US President Donald Trump has postponed attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure to negotiate an agreement based on Tehrans 10-point proposal

A two-week ceasefire announced by US President Donald Trump appeared to have brought a temporary halt to the US-Israeli war on Iran.

Washington says it now aims to negotiate a long-term peace deal based on a "workable" 10-point proposal put forward by

Bill Gates to testify over Epstein ties media

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:20:21 GMT

The Microsoft co-founder has been under heavy scrutiny for his interactions with the late sex offender

Bill Gates will testify before a US congressional committee about his interactions with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, according to media reports.

The Microsoft co-founder is set to sit for a transcribed interview on June 10, multiple outlets said on Wednesday, citing ano

Three Things To Watch As The US-Iran Cease-Fire Takes Hold

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:14:04 GMT

The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week cease-fire, brokered by Pakistan, premised on Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

The announcement came less than two hours before US President Donald Trump's self-imposed deadline was set to expire at 8 pm ET on April 7.

Global markets rallied. Oil prices fell. Leaders around the world expressed relief.

But the cease-fire is already proving to be

Vance slams Zelenskys preposterous threat to Orban

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:04:57 GMT

The US VP accused Ukraine of interfering in the Hungarian election

US Vice President J.D. Vance has condemned Vladimir Zelensky's "completely scandalous" threat to send soldiers to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's home to "talk to him in their own language."

Speaking in Budapest on Wednesday, Vance said that he hadn't heard about Zelensky's threat - made early last month - until Orba

RT crew caught up in Israeli strikes on Beirut

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:11:14 GMT

Attacks have increased despite the announced two-week US-Iran ceasefire, which was supposed to include Lebanon, correspondent Steve Sweeney says

Israel has stepped up air strikes across Lebanon, pounding central Beirut, just hours after the US and Iran announced a two-week ceasefire, according to RT correspondent Steve Sweeney, who was caught up in the attack with his cameraman Ali Rida Sbeity.

RT crew caught up in new Israeli attack on Lebanon

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:11:14 GMT

A senior Iranian official has vowed that Tehran will punish Israel in response to the crime it committed and the violation of the ceasefire terms

How Pakistan Bolstered Its Diplomatic Image By Brokering A Cease-Fire

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:48:04 GMT

Pakistan appears to have achieved a significant diplomatic breakthrough by playing a proactive role in brokering a 14-day cease-fire and setting the stage for the US-Iran talks in Islamabad on February 10.

The last-minute cease-fire, announced by Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on X late on April 8, came just hours before the expiration of US President Donald Trumps deadline warning Iran of consequences t

Update: KMT chairwoman pays homage to Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum in Nanjing

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:46:48 GMT

NANJING, April 8 (Xinhua) -- Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party, led a KMT delegation on Wednesday morning to pay homage to the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum in Nanjing, capital city of east China's Jiangsu Province.

Sun was a founding figure of the KMT. Paying homage to his mausoleum has long been an important part of KMT chairpersons' visits to the mainland.

Around 9 a.m., the delegati

Xinhua Headlines: Transatlantic rifts highlight NATO at crossroads

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:46:15 GMT

* The backdrop to Washington's fury is a near-unanimous refusal by European NATO members to be drawn into a war they had no role in starting.

* Analysts said the standoff illustrated a wider gap in political and strategic thinking across the Atlantic.

* The latest dispute has also revived debate in Europe over whether the alliance can endure only if its European mem

Trump reveals Iran roadmap: End to uranium enrichment, nuclear 'dust' removal for sanctions relief

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:32:40 GMT

Washington, DC [US], April 8 (ANI): United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced that Washington intends to demand a total cessation of uranium enrichment in Iran, while simultaneously initiating discussions regarding sanctions relief and tariff reductions. The President characterised the recently brokered ceasefire as the start of a 'very productive regime change' for the Islamic Republic.
In a st

India wont be a US ally against China former vice president

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:30:26 GMT

Expectations that New Delhi will stand with Washington to offset Beijing are not realistic, Hamid Ansari told RT India
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India will not be an ally of the United States against China, former Vice President Hamid Ansari has told RT India.
In the latest episode of In Conversation with Salman Khurshid, Ansari said he did not think it was "realistic" for India to partner with the US to off

New AI too dangerous for public release Anthropic

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:11:51 GMT

The startup reportedly formed Project Glasswing with Big Tech partners and is discussing the models capabilities with the US government
US artificial intelligence (AI) startup Anthropic has built a new model it claims is too powerful to make publicly available, according to the company's executives, as cited by several media outlets.
The firm said on Wednesday that it is discussing the mode

Trump faces impeachment push over Iran conflict

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:36:24 GMT

Congressman John Larson has accused the president of waging an illegal war, saying the US leader is becoming unhinged
Democratic congressman John Larson has filed articles of impeachment against US President Donald Trump over his actions connected with the Iran war.
Larson, a Connecticut Democrat, said on Tuesday he had filed 13 charges, accusing Trump of waging an "illegal war" and escalat

"Not one to mess around": JD Vance warns Iran over "fragile" ceasefire; urges "good faith" in long-term peace talks

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:33:27 GMT

Budapest [Hungary], April 8 (ANI): United States Vice President JD Vance on Wednesday characterised the ongoing ceasefire with Iran as 'fragile', calling on Tehran to demonstrate 'good faith' in order to secure a durable long-term agreement.
Speaking from Hungary, Vance combined an invitation for diplomacy with a sharp caution, noting that US President Donald Trump was 'not one to mess around'.
The Vice Pre

China bides its time, watching Trump's volatile policies

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:33:00 GMT

Hong Kong, April 8 (ANI): Beijing, along with the rest of the world, is presumably watching with dropped jaws as America's political leadership behaves like a bull in a china shop. Washington DC's foreign policy is unpredictable in nature, as President Donald Trump continues to prosecute his war against Iran.
It was ironic that Trump even called on China, the USA's major strategic competitor, to help open the Str

"Trump's statements on Iran pressured him to step back," says Foreign Affairs Expert

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:32:50 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 8 (ANI): Foreign Affairs Expert Robinder Sachdev on Wednesday said that US President Donald Trump's warning on Iran that its entire civilisation 'will die' if a deal was not made raised the stakes for the US President to take severe steps against the Islamic Regime, which pressured him to take a step back and lead to the ceasefire deal.
Sachdev, in a conversation with ANI, said that Trum

China's covert push into Taiwan expands to grassroots military targets

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:32:41 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], April 8 (ANI): China's efforts to penetrate Taiwan's defences are becoming more structured, deliberate, and sharply focused, with a notable shift towards recruiting lower-ranking military personnel, according to Tsai Ming-yen, Director-General of Taiwan's National Security Bureau.
Speaking at a legislative session, Tsai highlighted the evolving tactics of China's intelligence operations, as repor

China bides its time, watching Trump's violatile policies

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:32:30 GMT

Hong Kong, April 8 (ANI): Beijing, along with the rest of the world, is presumably watching with dropped jaws as America's political leadership behaves like a bull in a china shop. Washington DC's foreign policy is unpredictable in nature, as President Donald Trump continues to prosecute his war against Iran.
It was ironic that Trump even called on China, the USA's major strategic competitor, to help open the Str

US-Iran Cease-Fire Falters Amid Accusations Of Violations

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:41:39 GMT

The temporary truce between the United States and Iran wobbled less than a day after being agreed as Israel launched massive attacks on Iranian proxies in Lebanon and Tehran launched strikes at oil centers in several Persian Gulf countries after claiming its energy facilities were targeted.
US and Iranian delegations are scheduled to meet in Islamabad on April 10 to begin detailed talks on a peace deal after the

Ships Begin Moving Through Key Strait As Fragile US-Iran Truce Holds

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:41:39 GMT

A fragile cease-fire appeared to be holding hours after being agreed to by the United States and Iran, with ships moving through the Strait of Hormuz and heavy bombing runs halted for the first time in more than a month.
Leaders around the globe -- as well as financial and energy markets -- on April 8 welcomed the moves they hope will lead to a diplomatic solution to end the war, though there were still several r

China overtakes US as Indias largest trading partner

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:11:39 GMT

Bilateral trade between the two Asian nations hit $137 billion in 2025-26, ahead of $127.8 billion with America
China became India's largest trading partner in the 2025-26 financial year, overtaking the US, Beijing's embassy in New Delhi has said.
Bilateral trade between India and China reached $137 billion in the period between April 2025 and February 2026, Xu Feihong, Beijing's ambassador

Energy crisis will last for months Kremlin envoy

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:05:26 GMT

Markets will take a long time to stabilize even if the Strait of Hormuz remains open, Kirill Dmitriev has warned
Global energy markets will take months to recover from the shock caused by the USIsraeli war on Iran, Kremlin envoy Kirill Dmitriev has warned, noting that the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is unlikely to have an immediate effect.
His comments come after US President Donald T

US and Iran agree on two-week ceasefire, world urges sustained peace efforts

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:32:04 GMT

Brussels [Belgium], April 8 (ANI): The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, signalling a temporary pause in hostilities and a potential step toward de-escalation in the Strait of Hormuz and the wider Middle East. Global leaders welcomed the development but emphasised that lasting peace will require serious negotiations.
'For now the world has stepped back from disaster. But there's no room

"Iran only attacked military installations...unlike US": PDP Chief Mehbooba Mufti welcomes US-Iran ceasefire

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:31:53 GMT

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], April 8 (ANI): Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Chief Mehbooba Mufti on Wednesday welcomed the recent ceasefire between Iran and the United States, saying that Iran chose not to attack civil institutions like schools, colleges, and hospitals and only targeted military bases amid the West Asia crisis, whereas the United States killed civilians by deploying missiles on such civil insti

"Sanity has been restored, at least temporarily," Former Diplomat KP Fabian on US-Iran ceasefire

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:31:48 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 8 (ANI): Former Diplomat KP Fabian on Wednesday said that the Iran-US ceasefire is the most welcome development for the whole world.
Fabian, in a conversation with ANI, said that sanity has been restored for US President Donald Trump, at least temporarily.
'Separately, news stories suggest that Iran and Oman have agreed to a $2 million charge for passage, which they will share. What

"A welcome step": Maulana Khalid Rashid Firangi Mahali hails US-Iran ceasefire

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:31:24 GMT

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 8 (ANI): Following the 'double-sided' two-week ceasefire between US and Iran, Maulana Khalid Rashid Firangi Mahali, Chairman of the Islamic Centre of India and member of the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB), on Wednesday welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Iran and the United States, calling it a positive step for global stability and human life.Speaking to ANI, t

"Bengal must be handed back to Bengalis": Nishikant Dubey hits out at TMC over alleged illegal immigration

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:31:10 GMT

Deoghar (Jharkhand) [India], April 8 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Nishikant Dubey on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the Trinamool Congress (TMC), alleging that the identity of West Bengal has been destroyed by 'illegal Bangladeshi infiltrators' and the BJP is the only option to 'kick them out' upon forming the government.Speaking to ANI, the BJP MP claimed that the cultural legacy of Bengal's iconic

Update: China, Afghanistan, Pakistan hold meeting in Urumqi from April 1 to 7

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:15:47 GMT

BEIJING, April 8 (Xinhua) -- Representatives from China, Afghanistan and Pakistan held an informal meeting from April 1 to 7 in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Wednesday.
Mao told a regular press briefing that members of the three delegations were from their countries' departments of foreign affairs, defense and security.
The

"Iran did not want this war; it was imposed," says Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in India

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:33:17 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 8 (ANI): Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in India, on Wednesday said that the US attacked Iran more than 10,000 times, targeting air forces and missiles.
Ilahi, in a conversation with ANI, said that they did not want to be in conflict with any of its neighbours. But the US was using its bases in the Arab countries to attack Iran.
'Iran and the Unite

"Iranians pessimistic of agrement, no good memories of America," says Iranian Professor Elham Kadkhodaee

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:32:33 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 8 (ANI): A fragile peace now prevails in West Asia after the US and Iran agreed on a two week ceasefire even as they look to sign a more long term agreement. However, the announcement of a pause in the conflict after 39 day caught many by surprise.
Elham Kadkhodaee, Assistant Professor at the West Asian Studies at the University of Tehran, said while Iran was prepared to carry on with resits

India welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, hopes agreement will lead to lasting peace in West Asia

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:32:10 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 8 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs on Wednesday issued a statement on the recent ceasefire reached between US and Iran. The MEA said that it hoped the agreement would lead to lasting peace in West Asia.
The MEA said, 'We welcome the ceasefire reached and hope that it will lead to a lasting peace in West Asia. As we have continuously advocated earlier, de-escalation, dialogue and d

African nation declares energy emergency

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:22:40 GMT

Madagascar is facing a deep crisis, particularly in areas where supplies usually come from the Middle East, the government has said
Madagascar has declared a state of energy emergency for 15 days, citing a worsening fuel supply crisis and disrupted shipments caused by bad weather and the conflict in the Middle East.
The move comes as the wider African energy squeeze deepens amid the US-Isra

Hope India will help in ending war: National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah over US-Iran ceasefire

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:01:23 GMT

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], April 8 (ANI): National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah on Wednesday expressed confidence in peace returning to the West Asia region soon, following the US-Iran ceasefire two-week temporary agreement.
Speaking to reporters here, Abdullah said that 'dialogue is the only way' for solving the conflict.
'I thank Allah for giving strength to both countries- the US and Ira

"Vishwuguru busy dropping verbal bombs against political opponents": Sanjay Raut slams Centre over Pak's role in US-Iran ceasefire

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:01:00 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8 (ANI): Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Wednesday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi was busy dropping 'verbal bombs' at political opponents in poll-bound states while Pakistan played a role in the ceasefire between the United States, Israel and Iran.
Addressing a press conference in Mumbai, Raut demanded that PM Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar resign from the

"No civilisation ends on one person's wish": Manoj Jha hits out at Trump while hailing Iran ceasefire

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:00:26 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 8 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) MP Manoj Kumar Jha on Wednesday welcomed the two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, stating that it sends a strong message to the American establishment that the rhetoric of 'regime change' or 'ending a civilisation' does not work in the modern world.Speaking to ANI, Jha expressed relief over the de-escalation of a conflict that had created gl

European Commission VP, UK PM welcome US-Iran cessation of hostilities

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:00:19 GMT

London [UK], April 8 (ANI): UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday welcomed the ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, while stressing the need to work towards a more long-lasting peace.
In a post on X, he said, 'I welcome the ceasefire agreement reached overnight, which will bring a moment of relief to the region and the world. Together with our partners, we must do all we can to support an

"What did 39-day war achieve for the US...?": Omar Abdullah on US-Iran ceasefire

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:00:11 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 8 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday expressed disappointment over the West Asia situation after Iran agreed on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, saying that the route was previously opened for everyone anyway, further questioning the United States about the outcome of the conflict.
'So the ceasefire allows a strait to reopen, a strait that was open &a

Indian embassy in Iran asks citizens to "expeditiously exit Iran"

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:59:59 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 8 (ANI): Indian Embassy in Iran on Wednesday issued an advisory for Indian nationals to expeditiously exit Iran.
The embassy also said that the exit must be in coordination with the Embassy.
'In continuation of the advisory of 07 April 2026, and in light of recent developments, Indian nationals still in Iran are strongly advised to expeditiously exit Iran, in coordination with the Embas

US has been defeated: J-K Anjuman Sharie Shian President representative as Trump announces to halt strikes in Iran

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:59:55 GMT

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], April 8 (ANI): Following the 'double-sided' two-week ceasefire between US and Iran, Aga Syed Mujtaba Abbas, who is the representative to J&K Anjuman Sharie Shian President, on Wednesday said that the US was defeated in the war and it held negotiations with Iran for the sake of reopening Strait of Hormuz.
Speaking to ANI, Abbas asked the reason behind US' happiness follow

Iran thanks Pakistan for mediation efforts with US

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:16:57 GMT

Tehran has lauded Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir for their initiative to end the war

Iran has thanked Pakistan for its mediation efforts following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire in the war with the US and Israel.

Pakistan has invited Iran

Oil Drops 15%, Stocks Rally on Trumps Ceasefire Deal with Iran

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:01:19 GMT

Global markets reacted sharply after US President Donald Trump stepped back from imminent military action against Iran, instead tying a suspension of strikes to Tehran's agreement to a temporary ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Within minutes of the announcement, oil prices tumbled, falling by nearly 15 percent, while equities surged across Asia. The shift came just over an hour before Trump's deadl

Germany, Ukraine welcome two-week US-Iran ceasefire

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:00:44 GMT

Kyiv [Ukraine], April 8 (ANI): Andrii Sybiha, the Foreign Affairs Minister of Ukraine on Wednesday welcomed the temporary two-week ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, claiming that 'American decisiveness works'. The Foreign Minister also called for 'forcing' Russia into a ceasefire against his country.
In a post on X, Sybiha said, 'We welcome the agreement between President Trump and the Iran

Turbat student's killing sparks outrage, raises questions over enforced disappearances in Balochistan

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:00:19 GMT

Balochistan [Pakistan], April 8 (ANI): The alleged abduction and killing of a young student in Turbat has intensified concerns over what activists describe as a continuing pattern of enforced disappearances and extrajudicial executions in Balochistan.
In a post shared on X, the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) stated that Shayhaq Rahim, a student from a financially struggling family and son of Rahim Bakhsh from Mi

"Ceasefire without talks on Iran's nuke program a hoax," says former Mos External Affairs MJ Akbar

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:32:12 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8 (ANI): MJ Akbar, Former Union MoS for External Affairs said that Iran's nuclear program is the eye of the storm in the US-Iran war, and if the ceasefire was announced without taking it into consideration, it's a hoax.
Akbar, while talking to ANI, said that the war was an exercise in political hysteria for purposes that are not fully comprehensible.
'I do not believe tha

"India's foreign policy failed": Congress MP Pramod Tiwari slams 'Vishwaguru' narrative over US-Iran talks in Pakistan

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:31:58 GMT

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 8 (ANI): Congress MP Pramod Tiwari on Wednesday welcomed the ceasefire in the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Iran and Israel, expressing hope that the temporary halt in hostilities would turn into a permanent peace arrangement, while also criticising the 'Vishwaguru' and India's foreign policy response to the developments.
US President Donald Trump suspended

North Korea launches suspected ballistic missile

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:31:49 GMT

Tokyo [Japan], April 8 (ANI): North Korea conducted a suspected ballistic missile launch on Monday, prompting swift alerts from Japanese authorities, the Japanese Prime Minister's Office said in posts on X.
In its initial announcement, the office stated, 'North Korea has launched a suspected ballistic missile. More updates to follow.' The posts triggered immediate attention from Japan's security and defence agenc

"War has ended with Iran possessing advantage plus," Former Union MoS for External Affairs MJ Akbar

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:31:22 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8 (ANI): With a ceasefire now in place between US and Iran, former MoS for External Affairs MJ Akbar, says the obvious advantage has fallen to the Iranian side.
Former Union MoS for External Affairs said that the said that the war has ended with Iran possessing 'advantage plus.'
'In the simplest terms, the war has ended with Iran possessing what I call 'advantage plus.' T

"Political disaster," Israeli Oposition leaderYair Lapid slams Netanyahu's position as US-Iran agree on ceasefire

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:01:29 GMT

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 8 (ANI): The leader of the Opposition in Israeli Parliament, Yair Lapid on Wednesday questioned Israeli PM Benjamim Netanyahu's position after the US and Iran agreed to a ceasefire, saying that Israel was not even on the table when this was decided.
Lapid said that the Israeli military carried out everything that was asked of it, but Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu failed immens

UN Secretary General welcomes US-Iran ceasefire

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:01:01 GMT

New York [US], April 8 (ANI): UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday welcomed the announcement of a two-week ceasefire by the United States and Iran.
In a statement delivered by Stephane Dujarric, Spokesman for the Secretary-General, it was said that an end to hostilities is urgently needed to protect civilian lives and alleviate human suffering.
'The Secretary-General welcomes the announcemen

"Iran declared victory by waging asymmetric war in response": former US Treasury counterterrorism analyst

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:04:42 GMT

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Washington DC [US], April 8 (ANI): Executive Director at the Foundation for Defence of Democracies (FDD) and former US Treasury counterterrorism analyst, Jonathan Schanzer has said that although Iran has 'claimed victory,' the question of the real victor still looms.
Schanzer, in a conversation with ANI, said that the US and Israel waged war on Iran, and Iran declared victory simply by sur

Amb Vinay Kwatra highlights expanding India-US ties during Vikram Misri's visit to Washington

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:00:52 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 8 (ANI): Indian Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, welcomed Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri to Washington DC, emphasising the visit as a key opportunity to review and deepen the comprehensive India-US partnership.
The discussions are expected to cover critical areas, including trade, defence, technology, and evolving regional and global developments, reflecting the grow

Xinhua Commentary: A step back from war, but a long road to peace

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:45:25 GMT

The ultimate success of these talks will hinge on whether the United States and Israel will demonstrate a genuine commitment to peace. Any breach of trust would only compound the profound difficulties of this crisis, fatally undermining the prospects for a lasting peace.
BEIJING, April 8 (Xinhua) -- A collective sigh of relief swept the globe as the United States and Iran pulled back from the bri

"Pak's role in US-Iran ceasefire a severe setback for PM Modi's diplomacy": Jairam Ramesh

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:32:15 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 8 (ANI): Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday raised strong concerns over the Central government's foreign policy, calling Pakistan's role in the ceasefire between the United States and Iran a 'severe setback' for Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
US President Donald Trump suspended the 'bombing and attack' campaign on Iran, announcing a two-week double-sided ceasefire and accepting the 10-

US Congressman Gregory Meeks welcomes ceasefire, seeks clarity from Trump

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:31:57 GMT

New York [US], April 8 (ANI): Representative Gregory Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, on Wednesday welcomed the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, expressing relief over the potential pause in hostilities while stressing the need for a long-term resolution to the conflict.
In a statement, Meeks said, 'I welcome the announcement of a ceasefire betw

Washington, Tehran Reach Deal On Temporary Cease-Fire

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:20:00 GMT

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US Senator Shaheen Welcomes Iran Cease-Fire But Wants 'Real Accounting' Of War
US Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, says she welcomes a temporary cease-fire to stop the fighting with Iran, though concerns remain over what the war has achieved, citing a sharp increase in gas prices, the "enormous disruption" to the global econ

Israel Voices Support For US-Iran Truce But Says Lebanon Not Included

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:20:00 GMT

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British PM Starmer Heads To Gulf Region
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that he is traveling to the Gulf region on April 8 to meet with regional leaders following the announcement of atemporary cease-firebetween the United States and Iran.
The prime minister's office said the trip is aimed at strengthening diplomatic efforts to preserve the cease-fire and turn it

Iran Confirms Participation In Islamabad Talks With US

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:20:00 GMT

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Kuwait, UAE Report Missile And Drone Attacks
Hours after the United States announced a temporary cease-fire with Iran, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) said they were fending off Iranian missile and drone attacks.
Separately, Iran announced that its oil facilities on Lavan Island were targeted in the morning of April 8.
The UAE Defense Ministry issued a statement

EU Leaders Welcome US-Iran Cease-Fire But Warn Crisis Far From Over

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:20:00 GMT

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Zelenskyy Hails US-Iran Cease-Fire, Says Ukraine Ready To 'Respond In Kind' To Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed the cease-fire between the United States and Iran, calling it the "right decision to ending the war," adding that Ukraine is "ready to respond in kind if the Russians stop their strikes."
"Ukraine has always called for a ceasefire in the war wag

Heavy Israeli Strikes On Lebanon

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:20:00 GMT

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Heavy Israeli Strikes On Lebanon Add Uncertainty Hours After US-Iran Cease-Fire Deal
Lebanese officials say dozens of people have been killed in the heaviest Israeli strikes on the country since the war in Iran broke out five weeks ago.
The strikes on April 8, which a Lebanese Health Ministry spokesman told Reuters killed 89 people and wounded 700 others, came amid contradictor

Rutte Tells Trump Most NATO Members 'Helpful' To US War Effort

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:20:00 GMT

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Rutte Tells Trump Most NATO Members 'Helpful' To US War Effort
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte on April 8 said he told US President Donald Trump that "a large majority" of European countries had been helpful to the US military effort in the war with Iran.
In an interview with CNN following his meeting with the president in Washington, Rutte said the discussions were "frank an

Macron Tells Trump, Pezeshkian Cease-Fire Must Include Lebanon

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:20:00 GMT

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In Separate Calls, Macron Tells Trump, Pezeshkian Cease-Fire Must Include Lebanon
French President Emmanuel Macron said he spoke separately with Iranian President Massud Pezeshkian and US leader Donald Trump, telling them both that "their decision to accept a cease-fire was the best one possible."
He also said he wanted the cease-fire to cover all areas of conflict, including L

"Big day for world peace": Trump says US will "hang around" to make sure everything goes well after ceasefire announcement

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:00:17 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 8 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) said that it was a big day for world peace as the US-Iran war headed towards a ceasefire. Trump said that the US will be helping with the traffic buildup in the Strait of Hormuz.
'A big day for World Peace! Iran wants it to happen, they've had enough! Likewise, so has everyone else! The United States of America will be helping wi

"Poor Vishwalguru": DMK MP Rajithi 'Salma' takes jibe at Centre over Pak's role in US-Iran ceasefire

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:00:04 GMT

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 8 (ANI): Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) Rajya Sabha MP Rathiji 'Salma' on Wednesday took a jibe at the Centre over Pakistan's role in the two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran.
In an X post, Rajithi wrote, 'The war has come to a halt due to Pakistan's intervention. Poor 'Vishwalguru'! How are you, Sanghis going to stomach this?'
This comes after US Presid

New Zealand, Malaysia welcome cessation of US-Iran hotilities

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:59:37 GMT

Wellington [New Zealand], April 8 (ANI): New Zealand Minister of Foreign Affairs Winston Peters on Wednesday welcomed the ceasefire between the US and Iran.
Peters said that there remains significant important work to be done in the coming days to secure a lasting ceasefire.
In a post on X, he said, 'New Zealand welcomes the announcements by the United States and Iran over the past few hours - as we welcom

Iran Supreme National Security Council claims 'historic victory', agrees to two-week talks with US on ceasefire terms

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:59:29 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 8 (ANI): Iran's Supreme National Security Council has announced that it will enter into a two-week round of negotiations with the United States in Islamabad to finalise the terms of a proposed ceasefire, while asserting that Tehran has already secured a 'historic' victory in the ongoing conflict.
In a detailed statement, the Council claimed that Iran had forced Washington to accept a 10-point

"Iran has won": Shia Markazi Chand Committee president Syed Saif Abbas Naqvi on Trump's ceasefire move

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:32:03 GMT

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 8 (ANI): Shia Markazi Chand Committee president Syed Saif Abbas Naqvi on Wednesday congratulated the world for two weeks ceasefire announced by US President Donald Trump, saying that Iran put a stop to a hooligan who was spreading terror in the entire world.
Speaking to ANI, Naqvi congratulated everyone and said Iran has won.
'I congratulate everyone. Iran has won. Thi

"Iranian regime cannot be trusted in any shape or form," says Former US Treasury Counterterrorism analyst

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:31:58 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 8 (ANI): Even as a tenous peace has been brokered between US and Iran, experts feel the real proof will be seen by action on the ground. Executive Director at the Foundation for Defence of Democracies (FDD) and former US Treasury counterterrorism analyst, Jonathan Schanzer said that the Iranian regime that operates on the ideology ushered in 1979, cannot be trusted.
Schanzer, in a conver

Australia PM Albanese welcomes US pause on Iran strikes, calls for de-escalation

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:31:53 GMT

Canberra [Australia], April 8 (ANI): Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has welcomed the United States' decision to suspend its strike campaign against Iran for a two-week period, describing the move as a step in the right direction amid rising global tensions.
In an interview to Sky News, Albanese said, 'This is positive news. We have been calling for a de-escalation for sometime. We want to see a resolu

"Is Pakistan doing the bidding of China?" Former US Treasury Counterterrorism analyst questions Pak role in US-Iran mediation

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 8 (ANI): After the US and Iran agreed to a two week ceasefire and held out hopes for lasting peace, Pakistan took much of the credit for playing mediator between the two countries.
However, Executive Director at the Foundation for Defence of Democracies (FDD) and former US Treasury counterterrorism analyst, Jonathan Schanzer feels that Pakistan is deeply indebted to China. So, it remain

"World is watching...veil of morality falls from face of west": Priyanka Gandhi condemns Trump's "end of civilisation" remark

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:59:43 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 8 (ANI): Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday condemned US President Donald Trump's 'end of a whole civilisation' remark on Iran, saying that the world is watching the hatred being spread from the West.
Taking it to X, the Congress MP criticised the West, saying that while Iran formed human chains around their country, the West is spreading hatred and violence with such disgrace

Iran has won, US has lost: AISPLB General Secretary congratulates Iran after Trump announces "double-sided" ceasefire

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:59:39 GMT

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 8 (ANI): Following the agreement of a two-week 'double-sided' ceasefire between the US and Iran, General Secretary of the All India Shia Personal Law Board (AISPLB), Maulana Yasoob Abbas, on Wednesday congratulated Iran on its 'victory.'
Speaking to ANI, Abbas stated that the US used to think of itself as a 'superpower' however, on the 40th day of the war, it has lost, alon

Israel backs Trump decision to suspend strikes on Iran, says offensive against Hezbollah to continue

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:59:27 GMT

Jerusalem [Israel], April 8 (ANI): Israel has backed the US decision to suspend strikes against Iran as the two nations look to work out a lasting peace formula.
A statement from the Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Office said, 'Israel supports President Trump's decision to suspend strikes against Iran for two weeks' subject to Iran immediately opening the straits and stopping all attacks on the US, I

HUNGARY-BUDAPEST-JD VANCE-EU POLICIES-ORBAN

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:45:14 GMT

(260408) -- BUDAPEST, April 8, 2026 (Xinhua) -- U.S. Vice President JD Vance speaks at a campaign rally in Budapest, Hungary, on April 7, 2026. U.S. Vice President JD Vance attended a campaign rally in Budapest on Tuesday afternoon alongside Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, criticizing European Union (EU) policies and expressing support for Orban ahead of upcoming elections. (Photo by David Balogh/Xinhua)

Iran pushes commitment to non-aggression, control over Hormuz in 10-point plan for peace in West Asia

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:32:17 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 8 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has suspended the 'bombing and attack' campaign on Iran, announcing a two-week double-sided ceasefire and saying that the 10-point proposal from Iran was workable.
Iran has put forward a comprehensive 10-point framework that it says forms the basis of a complete resolution. According to the statement, the United States is expected to commit to several key pr