Iran halts participation in Switzerland talks after US threats

Iran halts participation in Switzerland talks after US threats

The move came after US President Donald Trump warned Iran to rein in its proxies in Lebanon or face stronger US military action. Despite Iran's withdrawal, US officials said negotiations had made early progress on Iran's nuclear programme, the Strait of Hormuz and maintaining the fragile ceasefire in Lebanon, with talks led by Vice President JD Vance Jun 23, 2026
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again, cites MoU violation by US and Israel

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again, cites MoU violation by US and Israel

Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz again, alleging that the US and Israel violated the first clause of a recently signed MoU aimed at ending military operations. The move was triggered by continued ceasefire violations in Lebanon and a breach of commitments under the June 18 US-Iran agreement Jun 20, 2026
Moscow facing massive drone attack from Ukraine: Russian media

Moscow facing massive drone attack from Ukraine: Russian media

Russia said its air defence systems shot down around 180 Ukrainian drones during what Moscow described as the largest drone attack on the capital in the past two years. The attack included an oil refinery in Moscow's Kapotnya district, while major airports temporarily suspended operations for safety reasons Jun 18, 2026
US-Iran peace explained: Ceasefire now, sanctions relief, nuclear talks next, $300 billion investment plan; full transcript of historic deal released

US-Iran peace explained: Ceasefire now, sanctions relief, nuclear talks next, $300 billion investment plan; full transcript of historic deal released

Senior US officials have publicly outlined a Memorandum of Understanding with Iran after initial secrecy, later confirmed by Iranian state media. Mediated by Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif, the deal declares an immediate end to military operations, commits both sides to peace, sanctions relief, nuclear negotiations, troop and blockade withdrawals, and a 60-day window for a final agreement. Jun 18, 2026
US would help India if attacked: Trump

US would help India if attacked: Trump

Trump praised Modi as a "tough negotiator" and highlighted the strong relationship between the two nations. He also said the two sides were close to finalising a trade deal and described India as a close partner. Jun 17, 2026
'We Are the Most Famous Couple on Instagram': Meloni Discusses 100-Million-View Reel With PM Modi at G7 Summit; Revives 'Melodi' Trend

'We Are the Most Famous Couple on Instagram': Meloni Discusses 100-Million-View Reel With PM Modi at G7 Summit; Revives 'Melodi' Trend

A brief exchange between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at the G7 Summit in France has reignited the viral "Melodi" trend on social media. During a family photo session, Meloni was heard joking that she and Modi were "the most famous couple on Instagram" after the Prime Minister appeared to reference their online popularity. Jun 17, 2026
'Indians Lost Their Lives; world suffers from shortage of Trust': PM Modi Flags Seafarers' Safety at G7 With Trump Seated Next to Him

"I'm the Boss": Trump Declares at G7 Summit; Warns Iran Deal Not Final

US President Donald Trump said the preliminary MoU between the US and Iran is not final and warned that Washington could resume military action if Tehran fails to meet its commitments. Speaking at the G7 Summit in France, Trump rejected reports of immediate sanctions relief or a $300 billion Gulf-backed reconstruction fund for Iran. Jun 17, 2026