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The Council on American-Islamic Relations criticised US President Donald Trump for invoking “Praise be to Allah” in a social media post threatening Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, accusing him of mocking Islam and weaponising religious language

US President Donald Trump threatened fresh strikes on Iran if it does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz, even as American forces rescued a downed pilot. Iran retaliated by striking infrastructure in Gulf states and warning of further regional escalation

The induction of INS Aridhaman and INS Taragiri sends a strong message to the global community that India is no longer just a buyer of arms but an architect of its own security

India’s boxers delivered a strong performance at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 in Mongolia. All Indian women reached the semifinals, while six men also advanced. Meenakshi, Jaismine, and Ankushita Boro secured wins, underscoring India’s dominance at the continental stage

India’s U20 women’s team lost 0-5 to Australia in the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup 2026 at Pathum Thani Stadium, Thailand. Skye Halmarick scored a hat-trick as India remain bottom of Group C with two defeats

In the early hours of Sunday, U.S. Secret Service officers responded to reports of gunfire near Lafayette Park, just north of the White House. A thorough search yielded no suspects or injuries, though authorities are pursuing a possible vehicle and person of interest.

The White House has strongly denied online rumours that President Donald Trump was hospitalised, after a routine press “lid” triggered speculation on social media. Posts claiming Trump was taken to Walter Reed were debunked, with fact-checks showing the circulated motorcade footage was from 2024.

The second US crew member shot down over Iran was rescued in a high-risk mission, President Donald Trump said, highlighting air dominance as tensions escalate following strikes, threats over Hormuz and continued military confrontation

Iran’s military command claimed on Friday to have struck enemy targets, including two helicopters and two American warplanes. State media quoted spokesperson Ebrahim Zolfaghari, who described the day as “black and humiliating” for US and Israeli forces.

A missing US service member downed in Iran after a fighter jet crash has been rescued, President Donald Trump said, noting the injured aviator survived in mountains as conflict escalates with continued strikes and civilian risks and global tensions rising

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa drew with Hikaru Nakamura in round six of the Candidates chess tournament, while Javokhir Sindarov stunned Wei Yi to extend his lead. In the women’s section, Divya Deshmukh and R Vaishali registered impressive victories

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Iran that “time is running out,” giving a 48-hour ultimatum before “all Hell will rain down on them.” His remarks, delivered via social media, have drawn sharp criticism from lawmakers in Congress, who accuse him of lacking clarity, escalating conflict without authorisation, and seeking excessive war funding.

Chennai’s Vishvanath Suresh, India’s top-ranked flyweight, stunned reigning world champion Sanzhar Tashkenbay at the Asian Boxing Championships in Mongolia. The national champion continues his rapid rise, backed by a decorated youth career and strong support from the Army Sports Institute

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has warned India of a retaliatory strike in Kolkata if New Delhi attempts any “false flag operation.” Speaking in Sialkot, Asif alleged that such operations were being planned but offered no evidence.

Nyam-Osor Uchral was sworn in as Mongolia’s Prime Minister, leading a coalition government of 19 ministers. Former PM Gombojav Zandanshatar resigned last week. Parliament elected Sandag Byambatsogt as the new speaker, securing 76.3% of the vote.

The Israel Defence Forces struck key military and missile facilities in Tehran, targeting IRGC sites. US-Israeli attacks also hit petrochemical plants in Khuzestan, injuring at least five. Authorities evacuated the Mahshahr Special Petrochemical Zone amid escalating regional tensions. 🔑 10 Likely Search Keywords

Russian drone strikes across Ukraine killed five people and injured 30, hitting cities including Nikopol and Sumy. The attacks came as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy travelled to Istanbul, while both Russia and Ukraine reported drone interceptions overnight.

The US is searching for a missing pilot after Iran shot down an American warplane during escalating conflict. One crew member was rescued, while another remains unaccounted for, as fighting intensifies and tensions rise across the Middle East.

Iran shot down two US military aircraft in a major escalation of the ongoing war, leaving one crew member missing. Intensified attacks across the Middle East and disruption in the Strait of Hormuz have heightened global economic and security concerns.

Iran rejected a US-proposed 48-hour ceasefire and escalated hostilities by continuing attacks, claiming to down American aircraft. The move follows intensified conflict after US-Israel strikes on Tehran, further deepening instability across the Middle East region.

A 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck northern and eastern Afghanistan and western Pakistan late Friday, killing at least eight people. The epicentre was located in the Hindu Kush mountain range at a depth of over 180 kilometres, causing tremors across Kabul, Islamabad, Peshawar, and other regions.

An American aircraft was shot down in Iran on Friday, with one crew member rescued in a joint US-Israeli operation. The Pentagon confirmed receiving notification of the incident but withheld further details. President Donald Trump has been briefed, though no additional information was shared.

For China’s leadership, the law on ethnic unity marks the culmination of policies aimed at shaping a Han-centric national identity under the Communist Party

A missile interception by the UAE’s air defence systems in Abu Dhabi’s Ajban area led to falling debris that injured 12 people, including five Indians. The Ministry of Defence reported engaging dozens of missiles and UAVs launched from Iran, adding that since the start of attacks, hundreds of projectiles have been intercepted.