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After six months of war, what have US, Iran gained and lost?
Many of the US president’s goals remain unfulfilled, despite claims of victory.
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Nagasaki mayor says ‘humanity and nuclear weapons cannot coexist’
Nagasaki Mayor says ‘humanity and nuclear weapons can’t coexist’ as Japan marks anniversary of the US atomic bombing.
Published On 9 Aug 2026
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Vance says US ‘destroyed’ Iran’s nuclear programme
US Vice President JD Vance claims Washington has “destroyed” Iran’s nuclear programme and degraded its military.
Published On 8 Aug 2026
North Korea’s Kim Yo Jong issues military threat over Japan missile test
The powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has accused Japan of moving beyond a defensive posture.
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Trump says new Iran negotiations starting: What we know
Analysts say deal on Hormuz might be achievable but lasting peace agreement still far off.
Trump says new round of Iran talks will begin Monday
The US president says Gulf allies and Tehran urged him to delay planned strikes, as oil prices dropped in response.
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Trump cancels Iran strike, says ‘deal perimeters’ reached
The US president announced that he has cancelled a planned military strike on Iran, claiming progress in talks.
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US and Israeli leaders expected ‘swift outcome’ in Iran
New details are emerging of how US and Israeli officials believed the war on Iran would be straightforward and short.
Published On 29 Jul 2026
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Is the US-Saudi nuclear deal on, or in limbo?
Trump’s last-minute demand for Saudi normalisation with Israel has complicated the already sensitive deal.
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What are the security implications of the US-Saudi nuclear deal?
Concerns are growing over a nuclear arms race in the Middle East.
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Which Middle East nations have nuclear programmes, and how were they built?
Saudi Arabia aims to join the region’s nuclear club after it signs a deal with the US.
