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US President Donald Trump warned of more strikes on Iran after Tehran launched attacks targeting Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan. As tensions escalated across the region, diplomatic efforts continued amid concerns that the conflict could further disrupt global energy markets

US President Donald Trump has signed a national security directive to accelerate artificial intelligence adoption across military and intelligence agencies. The policy promotes rapid deployment of advanced AI systems while establishing safeguards on accountability, security, civil liberties and oversight.

US CENTCOM disabled Gambia-flagged vessel M/V Lian Star with a Hellfire missile after ignoring warnings under Trump’s blockade. Five ships disabled, 116 redirected, costing Iran $4.8 billion in oil revenue. USS Spruance earlier intercepted Iranian cargo ship M/V Touska

US President Donald Trump ended a two-hour Situation Room meeting without announcing a decision on a proposed Iran agreement. Negotiations between Washington and Tehran continue amid disputes over nuclear demands, sanctions relief and the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

The Trump administration has outlined three non-negotiable conditions for any agreement with Iran, including surrendering highly enriched uranium and ensuring free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that military options could return if diplomacy fails.

US President Donald Trump used his commencement speech at the Coast Guard Academy to praise graduating cadets, defend his immigration and economic policies, and warn Iran against pursuing nuclear weapons. He also highlighted Coast Guard operations, anti-drug missions and Arctic infrastructure investments.

The rupee plunged 139 paise to 94.90 against the US dollar in early trade after Donald Trump rejected Iran’s peace proposal, triggering a surge in crude oil prices. A stronger dollar, rising geopolitical tensions and heavy FPI outflows further weakened the domestic currency.

US President Donald Trump announced what he termed a “productive regime change” in Iran, vowing to eliminate uranium enrichment while signalling possible sanctions relief and threatening steep tariffs on countries supplying weapons to Tehran.

US President Donald Trump claimed Iran is seeking a deal after American strikes severely damaged its military. Senior officials said Iran’s forces were weakened, while diplomatic efforts continue alongside economic and military pressure to push Tehran towards negotiations

The Donald Trump administration proposed a 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran via intermediaries as the US boosts troop deployment in the Middle East. Ongoing strikes, denials of talks, and Strait of Hormuz tensions continue to escalate regional instability

US President Donald Trump claimed India will buy Venezuelan oil instead of Iranian supplies, suggesting a shift in global energy flows and inviting China to participate. New Delhi has not confirmed the deal, and details on timelines or volumes remain unclear

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned that any attack on Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei would trigger an all-out war, as tensions escalated following US President Donald Trump’s call for new leadership in Iran amid ongoing unrest.

US President Donald Trump shared a digitally altered image showing him as “Acting President of Venezuela” amid comments on improving ties with Venezuelan leadership, oil shipments and regional diplomacy. The image is not based on any official appointment.

The US capture of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro has sparked global concern over the erosion of international law. Critics warn it could embolden unilateral military actions, affect Ukraine, Greenland, Taiwan, and the Middle East, and strain alliances with Europe, highlighting the fragility of the post-World War II global order

Justice Department says it needs weeks to review newly discovered million-plus Epstein documents, missing a congressionally mandated deadline. Lawmakers demand inspector general audit, accuse DOJ and Trump administration of cover-up, while officials promise transparency and victim protections amid mounting scrutiny

A federal appeals court paused the release of hundreds of immigrants detained in the Chicago-area crackdown, ruling a judge exceeded his authority, while upholding an extension of the consent decree limiting warrantless ICE arrests. Attorneys say many detainees face deportation without understanding their options

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu defended his governance in a heated Knesset debate, rejecting claims of Israel’s declining global standing. He highlighted strong ties with leaders including Narendra Modi, Trump, Merz, and Putin, despite criticism over the Gaza war, antisemitism, and internal political divisions.

Donald Trump criticised President Zelenskyy for not yet reading a US peace proposal on the Russia-Ukraine war, even as both sides held talks in Florida. Russia signalled openness to the US strategy, while fresh Russian strikes killed civilians across Ukraine 

President Trump confirmed plans to sell F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia despite internal concerns about technology leakage to China and implications for Israel’s military edge. The announcement coincides with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Washington visit and Trump’s push for Saudi-Israel normalization

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of being “scared” of former US President Donald Trump and “remote-controlled” by industrialists Ambani and Adani. He also claimed Modi halted Operation Sindoor after Trump’s call and favours corporates over citizen