Pentagon chief Hegseth warns Iran blockade to last ‘as long as takes’
US urges resolution through talks, but says Washington ‘locked and loaded’ to resume attacks.

US urges resolution through talks, but says Washington ‘locked and loaded’ to resume attacks.








The Iran war has deepened the damage to its sanctions-hit economy, but oil revenues have provided a crucial cushion.
FIFA chief reasserts his views on Iran’s participation, saying ‘the players want to play’ in the tournament.

Israeli strikes in the vicinity of a hospital in southern Lebanon destroyed buildings and several emergency vehicles.
A major fire at a key refinery in Australia refinery has disrupted fuel production, raising fears of fuel shortages.
A centuries-old historical bond has come alive again amid the war on Iran, with Kashmiris sharing whatever they can.
US–Iran talks gain pace as Pakistan mediates, optimism for a new round of talks in Islamabad.
An Israeli triple-tap attack on rescue workers in southern Lebanon has killed four and left several others injured.
No confirmation from Lebanon of US statement, which comes as Israel expands invasion.
Pakistani sources say there has been a ‘major breakthrough’ over a deal on Iran’s nuclear programme.

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