Talks between Iran and the US in Islamabad ended without agreement, with Iran citing “excessive demands.” JD Vance blamed Tehran’s nuclear stance. Esmaeil Baqaei noted partial consensus but key disagreements remained despite mediation by Ishaq Dar
Progress at Kalpakkam signals rise of a self-sustaining nuclear ecosystem, strengthening India’s energy security while advancing scientific innovation, strategic autonomy, and long-term economic stability
Israel launched airstrikes on multiple Iranian nuclear and military sites. Key targeted sites likely included Natanz and Fordo enrichment facilities, Bushehr power plant, and others nuclear sites
Lee, who rose from childhood poverty to become South Korea's leading liberal politician vowing to fight inequality and corruption, formally began his term, a day after winning a snap election
The talks with the US again will be mediated by Oman. The sultanate has hosted two rounds of talks in Oman's capital, Muscat, and one round at its embassy in Rome
