Trump Says Iran War Will End After Midterms, Warns of Pickaxe Mountain Strike
Trump expects the Iran war to end after November's midterms and threatens to hit Pickaxe Mountain, as shipping attacks surge and oil prices stay high.
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Kerala ATS books Malappuram man under UAPA over alleged anti-national links
Kerala ATS has registered a fresh UAPA case against Muhammed Sanoof of Malappuram and five others over alleged anti-national links and a Signal group conspiracy.
Kerala soldier Mithilaj laid to rest with full military honours in Kozhikode
Soldier Mithilaj, 36, who died of a heart attack in Bhopal, was buried with military honours at Karamoola Juma Masjid cemetery in Kozhikode.
Trump's Iran War Draws 'Forever War' Comparisons as 9/11 Anniversary Nears
Six months into the Iran war, analysts compare it to America's post-9/11 'forever wars,' warning of a protracted conflict with no clear exit.
NIA Chargesheets Seven Foreigners Over Myanmar Links, Keeps UAPA Probe Open
NIA chargesheets a US national and six Ukrainians under the Immigration and Foreigners Act, citing Myanmar-based armed group links while keeping its terror probe open.
Delhi Tightens Security Ahead of BRICS Summit as Xi, Putin Set to Arrive
Delhi Police has deployed about 30,000 personnel and stepped up security at Chanakyapuri hotels ahead of the BRICS summit, with the Chinese and Russian presidents due to arrive this week.
US Aircraft Damaged in Iranian Strikes on Jordan Air Base
Iranian strikes overnight damaged US aircraft at Jordan's Muwaffaq Salti Air Base, including an A-10 that lost a wing, as the US and Iran dispute the toll of their escalating exchanges.
Stratolaunch Prepares US IPO to Raise Up to $500 Million
Hypersonic flight firm Stratolaunch is preparing a US IPO that could raise up to $500 million as soon as October, at a valuation of about $2–3 billion.
Drone Incursion Forces Airspace Closure, Delays Zelenskyy's Flight from Moldova
Moldova closed its airspace after a Russian drone crashed, delaying a flight carrying President Zelenskyy to Norway. No injuries were reported.
Trump's Dallas Trip Briefly Delayed by Air Force One Emergency Slide Deployment
President Trump's flight to Dallas was delayed after an emergency slide deployed on Air Force One; he later said it was a test.
Iran Seizes US Navy Underwater Drone After Malfunction in Gulf
Iranian forces recovered a disabled US Navy Dive-LD underwater drone. Analysts say Tehran may study its mechanics, though the Pentagon downplays the loss.
Rubio in Quito: Iran tanker strikes to continue, Mexico cartels a shared threat
Marco Rubio, in Quito, vowed continued economic pressure on Iran and detailed US counternarcotics goals, while urging stronger Mexico cooperation.
Trump Predicts Iran War End and Oil Price Drop After US Elections
Trump says Iran war will end and oil prices will tumble immediately after the US election, as Brent crude tops $100.
Rubio Calls Ecuador 'Most Aggressive Partner' in US Anti-Drug Push
Rubio lauds Ecuador as key ally in counterdrug efforts, announces new funding and terror designations.
Ukraine Claims First Drone Strikes on Arctic Gas Processing Plants
Ukraine's special forces say drones hit two gas condensate plants in Russia's Arctic Yamal-Nenets region, marking the deepest reported strike inside Russia.
Houthi Missile and Drone Attacks Hit Southern Saudi Cities for Second Day
Houthi forces struck three southern Saudi cities with missiles and drones for a second consecutive day, prompting a coalition pledge to respond.
Pakistan relays Saudi warning to Iran as Houthi strikes escalate
Pakistan has warned Iran to rein in Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, as Riyadh and its partners coordinate a defensive response.
Russia showcases hybrid drone-missiles for Su-57 at Egypt airshow
Russia displayed S-71 drone-missiles for its Su-57 jet at Egypt's El Alamein airshow, its first African debut.
Two Renoir masterpieces still missing after brazen French museum heist
Two Renoir paintings remain missing after a daring theft from a French museum, where thieves abandoned two others in the garden.
Security alert shuts Army roads in Hyderabad, hits commuters
Army roads in Hyderabad closed for nine days after arms theft, causing traffic chaos and affecting over 10 lakh residents.