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DOJ investigates transactions linked to Iran leadership

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 19:05:05 GMT

WASHINGTON D.C.: The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating financial transactions linked to Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and examining whether major American banks played a role in dealings connected to his global investment network, according to a Bloomberg News report.

The investigation is part of a broader review of allegations involving money laundering and

Intel gets boost as Trump announces Apple chip deal

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:55:05 GMT

WASHINGTON D.C.: President Donald Trump said Apple has agreed to work with Intel on designing and manufacturing chips in the United States, a move that could provide a major boost to the American chipmaker as it seeks to revive its business and expand its role in advanced semiconductor production.

The partnership would give Intel access to one of the world's largest technology companies, potentially strengthenin

ICE detention deaths more than double under Trump administration

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:56:17 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C.: Fifty people have died in U.S. immigration detention since President Donald Trump began his mass deportation campaign in January 2025, according to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) records.

From 2009 to 2024, there was about one death each year for every 3,848 detainees in immigration facilities, based on the average daily population, a Reuters revie

Iran's Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf invokes memories of Minab victims ahead of technical talks with US in Switzerland

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:58:31 GMT

Zurich [Switzerland], June 21 (ANI): Iranian Parliament Speaker MB Ghalibaf invoked the memory of victims of the Minab school incident ahead of technical talks with the United States in Switzerland, saying their sacrifice would guide the actions of the Islamic Republic during the negotiations with Washington as part of the 14-point memorandum of understanding (MoU) reached between the two sides to end the hostilities i

Whats going on with US-Iran talks and the Strait of Hormuz

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:35:13 GMT

Washington and Tehran are sending conflicting messages ahead of follow-up discussions in Switzerland

The situation in the Strait of Hormuz remains tense following the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran, as the countries' delegations descend on Switzerland for follow-up discussions.

Commercial shipping through the key waterway was disrupted after the US-Is

US Centcom says Iran does not control Hormuz after Tehran closes strait over Israeli strikes in Lebanon

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 23:30:27 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 21 (ANI): The US Central Command (CENTCOM) on Saturday (local time) said that Iran does not exercise control over the Strait of Hormuz, even as tensions remain high in the region after heightened military developments linked to Israeli strikes in Lebanon, following which the Islamic Republic announced the closure of the strategic waterway.

According to remarks shared by a CENTCOM spokespe

US VP Vance departs for Switzerland for technical talks with Iran after signing of MoU

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:58:09 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 21 (ANI): US Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance have departed for Switzerland on Saturday (local time) for technical-level talks with Iran, following the signing of the 14-point memorandum of understanding (MoU) reached between the two sides to end the hostilities in West Asia as diplomatic efforts continue over nuclear and regional security issues.

The Vice President will

Iran delegation, led by Speaker Ghalibaf, arrives in Switzerland for first round of technical talks with US

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:29:48 GMT

Zurich [Switzerland], June 21 (ANI): The Iranian delegation led by Parliament Speaker and Chief Negotiator MB Ghalibaf has arrived in the Swiss capital of Zurich on Saturday (local time) for the first round of technical talks with the US as part of the 14-point memorandum of understanding (MoU) reached between the two sides to end the hostilities in West Asia, Iranian state media Press TV reported.

According to P

Trump says US will impose tolls on Hormuz if "deal not be completed" with Iran in 60 days

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:29:38 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 21 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Saturday (local) said that Washington could impose tolls on vessels transiting through the Strait of Hormuz if the final deal with Iran is not reached, noting that the toll would be 'for services rendered as the Guardian Angel' to the West Asia region.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump said that no such charges would be levied during the 60-day ceasef

Three Indian-flagged crude oil tankers transit Strait of Hormuz; en route to India: Shipping Ministry

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 19:00:01 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Three Indian-flagged crude oil tankers, Desh Vaibhav, Desh Vibhor and Sanmar Herald safety transited the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday and are scheduled to arrive in India.

Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, hailed the safe passage of the vessels and attributed it to the 'decisive leadership' of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

In a post on X, Sonow

"Axar Bhaiya is very supportive": Madhav Tiwari praises DC captain's leadership

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:59:16 GMT

By Karunesh Kumar

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 20 (ANI): Delhi Capitals (DC) all-rounder Madhav Tiwari praised skipper Axar Patel for his supportive nature and leadership, saying the DC captain shows strong trust in players and their plans.

He also felt that observing Patel gave him a deeper understanding of the demands of being an all-rounder, especially the constant mental involvement required

US-Iran talks to be held tomorrow in Burgenstock, Switzerland: Pakistan Foreign Ministry

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:59:10 GMT

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 20 (ANI): After the halt in negotiations following the digital signing of the MoU, the US and Iran talks will be held in Switzerland on Sunday, in the presence of Islamabad and Qatar, the Pakistan Foreign Ministry stated.

The talks were initially scheduled to begin on Friday but were postponed amid ongoing hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon.

According to a press

WNBA-best Lynx take on Mystics squad on a roll

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:55:05 GMT

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There's been little that has slowed down the league-best Minnesota Lynx through six weeks of the regular season.

The Washington Mystics will hope to provide a challenge, though, as the teams square off for the first of two straight meetings on Sunday in Minneapolis.

Minnesota (13-3) has won at least 13 of its first 16 games for the third straight year, while l

Diplomats from various countries continuing efforts to maintain dialogue between Washington and Tehran: Switzerland

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:32:54 GMT

Geneva [Switzerland], June 20 (ANI): The Swiss Foreign Ministry on Saturday stated that the global efforts over the US-Iran peace agreement are ongoing. According to CNN, the Swiss Foreign Ministry said that diplomats 'from various countries' are 'continuing their efforts to maintain the dialogue' between Washington and Tehran.

While declining to disclose the identities of the participants in the discussions, th

Liberty eager to start new streak against injury-plagued Sparks

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:55:15 GMT

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The New York Liberty are looking to begin a new streak.

The Liberty (11-5) had their eight-game winning streak snapped on Friday night against the Washington Mystics. Despite the three-point loss, the group has worked through some early struggles and grown into one of the WNBA's best teams this season.

While Breanna Stewart (19.5 ppg, 8.9 rpg) and Jonquel Jones

Iranian delegation to travel to Switzerland over ceasefire violations: FM Spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:00:38 GMT

Tehran [Iran], June 20 (ANI): Shortly after Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said that an Iranian delegation will travel to Switzerland, demanding adherence to the terms of the digitally signed MoU with the US.

This comes after Israeli strikes continued in Lebanon, despite the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran.

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Iran closes Strait of Hormuz over Israeli strikes in Lebanon, calling it " enemy's breach of promise"

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:34:03 GMT

Tehran [Iran], June 20 (ANI): As the Israeli strikes in Lebanon continue despite the ceasefire agreement between Washington and Tehran, Iran on Saturday announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

According to Fars news agency, Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters made the move, citing the lack of implementation of the first clause of the digitally signed Memorandum of Understanding.

Iran criti

IPL: Rishabh Pant set to join DC in 2027 with massive cut in salary of Rs 12 cr

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:32:57 GMT

By Vipul Kashyap

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper Rishabh Pant is all set to join Delhi Capitals (DC) in the 2027 Indian Premier League (IPL) with a massive cut in salary of Rs 12 crore, sources confirmed to ANI.

Lucknow Super Giants are set to release Pant, who is expected to return to his former franchise, Delhi Capitals, in a trade worth Rs 15 crore (approx. US$1.5 mi

"She wants to get her numbers up": Trump criticizes Meloni over foreign policy, reiterates photo remark

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:32:14 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 20 (ANI): Escalating the ongoing diplomatic feud, US President Donald Trump on Saturday reiterated his claim that Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni repeatedly sought a photograph with him during the recent G7 summit in France, alleging that 'she wants to be friends again in order to get her numbers up.'

In an aggressive post on Truth Social, the US President characterised Meloni's all

Karnataka: Davanagere district administration reviews NEET exam arrangements; 7,359 candidates to appear across 13 centres

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:30:58 GMT

Davanagere (Karnataka) [India], June 20 (ANI): With the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) scheduled, Davanagere District Deputy Commissioner Gangadhara Swamy has confirmed that the administration has finalised all arrangements to ensure a secure and seamless examination process across the district.

Speaking to ANI, DC Gangadhara Swamy stated that 13 examination centres have been designated to accommod

The West is losing the diplomacy war and ASEAN is quietly winning it

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:19:47 GMT

This week's summits exposed a world split between Western dysfunction and the Global Majority's pragmatic rise

Today, it is difficult to find two more contrasting approaches to diplomacy as a tool of interstate engagement than those practiced by the countries of the "global minority" and the states of the

Mariners to oppose another lefty in matchup with Red Sox

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:19:13 GMT

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When the Seattle Mariners were in West Sacramento, Calif., late last month, the Athletics started left-handers in two of the teams' three matchups.
The Mariners swept the series to move past the A's and into first place in the American League West, where they remain.
The Boston Red Sox are scheduled to start not two, but three, lefties this weekend in Seattle

Russell Crowe says 'Gladiator II' failed because it lost original film's "moral core"

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:58:44 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 20 (ANI): Russell Crowe believes Gladiator II failed to replicate the success of the original Oscar-winning epic because it lacked the 'moral core' that made the 2000 film resonate with audiences, according to Page Six.
Speaking during a panel at the Taormina Film Festival, the actor reflected on his career-defining role as Maximus and revealed why he pushed back against certain creative

Iran-US MoU: Pak Minister Mohsin Naqvi to arrive in Iran, discuss nuclear question and sanctions

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:58:35 GMT

Tehran [Iran], June 20 (ANI): Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi is set to arrive in Iran later on Saturday to hold discussions with Iranian leaders on the recently inked MoU between Washington and Tehran, ISNA reported, citing Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaiel Baghaei.
In an exclusive interview with ISNA, Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei announced that Pakistani Interior Minister Mo

Afghanistan opts to bat against India in 3rd ODI as hosts eye clean sweep

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:57:12 GMT

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 20 (ANI): Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi won the toss and has opted to bat against India in the 3rd ODI on Saturday at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
With victories over Afghanistan in Dharamsala and Lucknow, India have already wrapped up the ODI series. India will aim to clean sweep the visitors, while Afghanistan will be desperate to avoid a whitewash.
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Iran Under Pressure To Act As Fighting In Lebanon Continues

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:16:43 GMT

A wave of Israeli strikes that killed dozens of people in southern Lebanon this week has exposed a deepening rift inside Iran's political establishment, with hard-liners demanding that Tehran respond to what they call a blatant violation of the US-Iran memorandum of understanding (MOU).
The interim agreement was announced on June 15 after it was signed electronically following talks mediated by Pakistan. It was t

Flu hits US military base after vaccine mandate ends

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 09:29:22 GMT

Mandatory shots have reportedly been reinstated after 200 training wing members fell ill
More than 200 US airmen and trainees have come down with the flu at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in Texas, NBC News has reported, citing a source at the facility. The illnesses come less than two months after the Pentagon ended its longstanding requirement for annual influenza vaccinations.
The clust

US Announces Lebanese-Israeli Talks In Washington Next Week

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:01:00 GMT

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Pakistani Interior Minister En Route To Tehran For Talks

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:01:00 GMT

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Pakistani Interior Minister En Route To Tehran For Talks
Pakistani Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi is traveling to Tehran today for meetings with high-level officials, according to Iranian state media.
The official news agency IRNA reported that Naqvi would be holding talks as part of ongoing attempts to resolve the US-Iran war.
"The Pakistani Interior Minister's visit to

Tehran Reportedly Mandates Insurance For Hormuz Transit

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:01:00 GMT

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Smoke rises from the site of a string of Israeli air strikes that targeted the southern Lebanese city of Nabatieh on June 20.
A wave of Israeli strikes that killed dozens of people in southern Lebanon this week has exposed a deepening rift inside Iran's political establishment, with hard-liners demanding that Tehran re

Iran Reportedly Mandates Insurance For Hormuz Transit

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:01:00 GMT

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Iran Imposes Insurance Requirement On Vessels In Strait Of Hormuz
Vessels are seen anchored in Bandar Abbas along the Strait of Hormuz on June 18.
Iran has reportedly imposed a mandatory insurance requirement on all vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, in what maritime industry observers see as the first step toward a broader regime of fees and regulatory controls over ship

Switzerland Says Iran-US Talks Continue

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:01:00 GMT

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The Swiss Foreign Ministry announced that talks on the implementation of the memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States are continuing in Burgenstock.
The ministry announced on June 20 that Switzerland continues to provide a "confidential and trustworthy space" to facilitate these talks, and that no further information

Iran Announces Closure Of Strait Of Hormuz

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:01:00 GMT

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Cargo ships are pictured off the coast of the Khor Fakkan Container Terminal, along the Gulf of Oman on June 19.
Iran's military command says it is closing the Strait of Hormuz to commercial traffic in response to continued Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon.
In a June 20 statement carried by the state broadcaster IRIB, Iran's K

Trump Insists No Tolls For Hormuz Passage -- Unless Imposed By The US

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:01:00 GMT

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Pakistan Says Sharif, Munir To Join Talks In Switzerland
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and powerful army chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir will participate in the technical-level talks being held in Burgenstock, Switzerland, between the US and Iran, Sharif's office said on June 20.
Pakistan's Foreign Ministry earlier said US and Iranian representatives would partici

Report: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope exercising option to stay in Memphis

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 06:40:37 GMT

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After missing out on nearly half of last season, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope reportedly is giving it another go in Memphis.
The two-time NBA champion swingman will exercise his $21.6 million player option for next season and remain with the Grizzlies, ESPN reported Friday.
Caldwell-Pope, 33, missed 31 games last season, including the final 29 after undergoing sur

US contemplates working with Qatar to unfreeze funds for humanitarian spending in Iran: WSJ Report

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:31:35 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 20 (ANI): The United States is eyeing working with Qatar so as to chart a plan for releasing billions of dollars in frozen funds aimed at humanitarian spending in Iran, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported on Friday, citing people familiar with the matter.
According to the American news outlet, yet another early financial incentive comes as a part of the recently inked peace pact betwe

Kiki Iriafen, Mystics rally to end Liberty's 8-game winning streak

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:19:19 GMT

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Kiki Iriafen scored nine of her 20 points in the final four minutes as the Washington Mystics roared back from an eight-point deficit to stun the host New York Liberty 86-83 on Friday.
The Mystics snapped the Liberty's eight-game winning streak and earned their first victory over New York since the last day of the 2023 regular season. The Liberty had won 10 straight i

Top Trump envoys on way to Switzerland; Iran's FM planning to travel for first round of talks after MoU: Axios

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 01:58:54 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 20 (ANI): US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff is currently heading to Switzerland as preparations intensify for a new round of US-Iran negotiations following the recently announced memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the two sides in order to end the hostilities in West Asia, Axios reported, citing US and diplomatic sources related to the matter.
According to Axios, Witkoff is en route t

Qatar affirms support for "launching negotiations" between US, Iran after talks in Switzerland stalled

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 01:31:16 GMT

Burgenstock [Switzerland], June 20 (ANI): Qatar has reiterated its support for launching negotiations between the United States and Iran to address outstanding issues through dialogue and peaceful means as the first round of technical talks, scheduled to take place in Switzerland, got cancelled following the signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the two sides in order to end the hostilities in West A

State Secy Rubio affirms US support for Lebanon to extend "state's authority over all its territories" during call with President Aoun

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 01:30:55 GMT

Beirut [Lebanon], June 20 (ANI): US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday reaffirmed Washington's support for Lebanon's security, stability, and efforts to extend the state's authority across all its territories during a phone conversation with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun.
According to a statement issued by the Lebanese Presidency on X, the call focused on the situation in Lebanon and the wider region amid

"Continuation of this situation will cost them dearly": Iran warns US over MoU commitments on Lebanon

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 01:30:50 GMT

Tehran [Iran], June 20 (ANI): Iran on Friday (local time) accused the United States of failing to uphold commitments under a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Islamic Republic related to the cessation of military operations in West Asia, warning that the continuation of the current situation, referring to the continued Israeli strikes on Lebanon, would carry significant consequences.
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Trump unveils new 'Air Force One' gifted from Qatar, says "plane transformed into a flying White House"

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 00:30:51 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 20 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) unveiled a new presidential aircraft, a modified Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar, describing it as a 'flying White House' and one of the most advanced aircraft ever operated by the United States.
Speaking during the unveiling ceremony at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, Trump praised the aircraft's transformation and capabilities, sayin

IDF says it will "continue to remove immediate threats, respond to Hezbollah's violations" despite ceasefire in effect

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 23:30:28 GMT

Tel Aviv [Israel], June 20 (ANI): The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Friday (local time) stated that it will continue operations in southern Lebanon, asserting that it would 'continue to remove immediate threats, respond to Hezbollah's violations', even as a ceasefire agreement b between Israel and Hezbollah remains in place.
In a video statement, IDF Spokesperson Brigadier General Effie Defrin stated that recent

"They do as I say": Trump on preventing Israeli strikes on Lebanon

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 22:57:51 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 20 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) claimed that he would be able to prevent Israel from carrying out strikes on Lebanon, asserting that Israeli leadership acts on his directions due to what he described as strong mutual respect.
During an interview on The Axios Show, when asked whether he could influence Israeli military actions in the region, particularly regardin

"Classics": Trump names PM Modi as one of two greatest leaders he likes on world stage

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 22:29:52 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 20 (ANI): Describing them as 'classics', US President Donald Trump has named Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping among the world leaders he most admires, praising their leadership styles, political strength, and global influence.
During an interview on The Axios Show on Friday, when asked to name the two leaders he most admires internationally, the US President r

Outgoing DNI Gabbard accuses Fauci of perjury

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 21:35:04 GMT

The former Covid-19 adviser allegedly lied to the US Congress about his role in shaping intelligence assessments on the pandemic
Anthony Fauci used his position as the leading Covid-19 adviser under two US administrations to steer scrutiny away from the so-called lab leak theory and protect himself from possible accountability, outgoing US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has alleg

Fauci lied under oath over Covid-19 probe outgoing US spy chief

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 21:35:04 GMT

The former White House chief medical adviser allegedly misled the US Congress about his role in shaping intelligence assessments on the pandemic
Anthony Fauci used his position as the leading Covid-19 adviser under two US administrations to steer scrutiny away from the so-called lab leak theory and protect himself from possible accountability, outgoing US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi G

Fauci lied under oath over Covid-19 probe DNI Gabbard

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 21:35:04 GMT

The former White House chief medical adviser allegedly misled the US Congress about his role in shaping intelligence assessments on the pandemic
Anthony Fauci used his position as the leading Covid-19 adviser under two US administrations to steer scrutiny away from the so-called lab leak theory and protect himself from possible accountability, outgoing US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi G

Trump says he urged Israel to agree to ceasefire deal with Hezbollah

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 21:29:32 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 20 (ANI): Moments after Israel and Hezbollah announced a ceasefire between the two sides, US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) said that he urged the Israeli side to agree to a ceasefire with the rebel group in Lebanon after the two sides renewed fresh strikes against each other earlier today.
In a phone interview with NBC News, Trump said he had been in contact with Israel ea

UFC Freedom 250 draws 17 million viewers on Paramount+

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 20:55:13 GMT

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UFC Freedom 250 that took place Sunday on the White House's South Lawn on President Donald Trump's 80th birthday was watched by 17 million viewers in the United States and Latin America, according to Paramount+, which exclusively streamed the event.
The audience established a new record for a Paramount+ live event based on numbers from Nielsen, which tracked the U.S

Araghchi warns US bears "commitment and responsibility" to end Lebanon war amidst ceasefire violations

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 20:29:40 GMT

Tehran [Iran], June 20 (ANI): Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Friday issued a stern warning to the United States, stating that Washington bears full 'commitment and responsibility' for ensuring the cessation of hostilities across all fronts, 'including Lebanon'.
According to Al Jazeera, Araghchi, during a telephonic conversation with Pakistan Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad I

"Natural successor to Hardik": Doeschate lauds Nitish Kumar Reddy

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:02:19 GMT

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 19 (ANI): Ahead of the third and final ODI against Afghanistan in Chennai, Indian assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate spoke on his team's pool of all-rounders, pointing out Nitish Kumar Reddy as the 'natural successor' to veteran all-rounder Hardik Pandya.
Team India will be playing the final ODI against Afghanistan at Chennai, with the series 2-0 in favour of India already. Ove

Trump claims there are no limits on his power

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:51:11 GMT

The war on Iran has not demonstrated weakness, the US president has insisted, despite a peace deal widely seen as anemic
US President Donald Trump has denied that the war on Iran has highlighted the limits of his ability to project power, telling Axios on Thursday that "there are no limits."
On Tuesday, Washington and Tehran signed a memorandum of understanding, extending a 60-day ceasefire

Indian Embassy hosts yoga session at Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC ahead of International Yoga Day

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:01:30 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): The Indian Embassy in the United States organised a yoga session at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC, ahead of the International Day of Yoga on June 21.
India's Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, participated in the event along with a large number of attendees, highlighting the growing global engagement with yoga as a practice for health and well-being.

Italy never begs: Meloni blasts Trump over fabricated photo claim

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:27:40 GMT

Rome has canceled a planned visit to the US by its foreign minister amid a row with Washington
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has accused Donald Trump of fabricating a story about her after the US president claimed she had "begged" him for a photo during this week's G7 summit in France.
According to a dubbed Italian-language version of a phone interview released by broadcaster La7 on

US lawmakers push for genocide review of China's actions in Tibet

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:01:34 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI) Growing concern over China's treatment of Tibetans has prompted renewed action in the United States Congress, as senior lawmakers seek an official determination on whether China's policies in Tibet amount to genocide or crimes against humanity, as reported by Phayul.
According to Phayul, Congressman John Moolenaar, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist P

ETGE welcomes Uyghur Policy Act progress, calls for stronger US action on East Turkistan

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:01:19 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): East Turkistan Government-in-Exile (ETGE) has welcomed the advancement of the Uyghur Policy Act of 2025 (S.1542) by the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee, while urging lawmakers and the administration to take additional steps to address the situation in East Turkistan.
According to the ETGE press release, the legislation, introduced by Senator John Curtis and co-sponsored by

Israel and Hezbollah agree to ceasefire Reuters

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:45:08 GMT

No official confirmation has been made by either the IDF or Hezbollah
Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire starting on Friday, Reuters has claimed, citing an unnamed US official and "two Hezbollah officials." However, no official confirmation has been made by either the Israeli Defense Forces or the militant group as of yet.
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US biolabs revelations vindicate Russian warnings Moscow

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:30:40 GMT

Russia has long accused Washington of conducting prohibited research abroad under the cover of epidemic prevention
A US intelligence release of new information about American-funded biolabs in Ukraine confirms Russia's suspicions that the research had a military dimension, the Russian Ministry of Defense has said.
Last week, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbardissueda statement r

US strike that killed Indian mariners tests US-India trust

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:24:48 GMT

The attacks on merchant vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, and Washingtons blunt response, have deepened Indian distrust despite years of expanding cooperation
The recent incident of the US Navy attacking an unarmed merchant ship off the coast of Oman with two Hellfire missiles andkilling three Indian marinersas a result has deeply angered Indian public opinion.
The Indian government was forc

Xinhua Headlines: U.S.-Iran talks postponed as key rifts unresolved

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:15:28 GMT

The U.S.-Iran talks planned for Friday in Switzerland have been postponed, just one day after the digital signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU).
CAIRO, June 19 (Xinhua) -- The U.S.-Iran talks planned for Friday in Switzerland have been postponed, just one day after the digital signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU).
The MoU, reached after more than three months of deadl

D-backs building steam entering series vs. streaking Twins

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:40:27 GMT

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Thanks to Corbin Carroll, the Arizona Diamondbacks enter the weekend feeling better about their season.
Carroll helped the Diamondbacks enjoy a rare day off at home before they open a three-game series against the Minnesota Twins on Friday night in Phoenix.
Carroll hit a grand slam in the second inning Wednesday against th

First LNG ship reaches India through Hormuz after peace deal

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:35:24 GMT

The tanker docked at Dahej Port in Gujarat, as transits resumed through the strait after the US blockade of Iran was lifted
An energy vessel that crossed the Strait of Hormuz has docked in an Indian port for the first time since the announcement of an initial peace agreement between the US and Iran on Sunday, as shipping traffic began to trickle back through the chokepoint.
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Trump made a deal out of desperation Iranian supreme leader

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:33:41 GMT

Tehran will not submit to any excessive demands by Washington during future talks, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has said
US President Donald Trump pushed for a memorandum of understanding with Iran because he found himself in a dire situation, the Islamic Republic's supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has said.
The 14-point document wassigned remotelyby Trump and Iranian President Mas

"Peace is good for everyone": Shashi Tharoor on US-Iran deal; hopes for resumption of aluminium and energy supplies

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:33:54 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Friday welcomed the peace deal between the United States and Iran, stating that India, as a 'peace-loving country,' should support the development as it will benefit both the nation and the world.
On the significance of the agreement, Tharoor highlighted that the resolution would pave the way for the resumption of critical supplies that had been stal

Madonna recalls her dating rules during her early days in New York City

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:32:48 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): Pop icon Madonna has revealed an unusual factor that influenced her dating choices during her early years in New York City's '80s vibrant club scene, according to E! News.
Appearing on the recent episode of the Rent Free game show, the 67-year-old singer recalled how practical considerations often shaped her interest in potential romantic partners.
'I would date guys base

US-Iran talks delayed as Israel defies fragile roadmap to peace

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:11:30 GMT

West Jerusalem is continuing military operations in Lebanon despite the agreement Trump signed with Tehran
US-Iran negotiations scheduled to take place in Switzerland on Friday have been postponed, one day after the signing of a memorandum of understanding outlining a roadmap toward peace. Israel has said it will not comply with the terms of the document and has continued military operations in L

16 killed several injured as Israel strikes Lebanon, Iran-US deal negotiations on hold

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:30:20 GMT

Tel Aviv [Israel], June 19 (ANI): Israel Defence Forces (IDF) carried out strikes against the Hezbollah in Lebanon on Friday, killing at least 16 people and leaving several more injured, Al Jazeera reported.
Despite the fact that the Iran-US deal called for cessation of hostilities between Israel and Lebanon, the strikes continued.
In a statement, the IDF also stated that they carried out numerous attacks o

US-Iran talks in Switzerland postponed, confirms Swiss Foreign Ministry

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:31:51 GMT

Geneva [Switzerland], June 19 (ANI): The Swiss Foreign Ministry on Thursday (local time) confirmed that the planned talks between the United States and Iran have been postponed.
Responding to an email from ANI, Switzerland's Foreign Ministry said it remains ready to facilitate the talks.
'The planned talks between the US, Iran, Qatar and Pakistan have been postponed. Switzerland remains ready to facilitate

MediThinQ and Synovis MCA Announce Global Distribution Agreement to Redefine Microsurgery with the SHIYA 3D Visualization Platform

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:31:40 GMT

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Seoul [South Korea], June 19: MediThinQ, a South Korea-based innovator in surgical visualization technologies, has entered into an exclusive multi-year distribution agreement with Synovis Micro Companies Alliance, Inc. ('Synovis MCA'), a subsidiary of Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX) and trusted leader in microsurgical devices and solutions, to commercialize SHIYA, its 3D surgical visualization pla

US pro-Israel lobby AIPAC says final Iran deal must reflect Trump's stated objectives

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:30:50 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) on Thursday (local time) raised questions over the US-Iran deal, saying that any final agreement must align with US President Donald Trump's stated objectives in the conflict with Iran.
The AIPAC stated that a final deal must permanently and verifiably end the regime's nuclear program.
In a statement posted on X, it said

'Hate has no place in America': Congressman Krishnamoorthi condemns 'Go back to India' chants in Texas

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 06:30:20 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): Democrat Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi on Thursday (local time) condemned white supremacist slogans, including 'Go back to India' and 'You will not replace us', outside a Texas city hall, saying such hate targeting any community has no place in America.
Krishnamoorthi urged unity against bigotry.
In a post on X, he said, 'Go back to India.' 'You will not replace us.' Tho

Jelly Roll denies cheating rumours amid divorce, says Bunnie Xo will be "my best friend forever"

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 05:59:21 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): Singer Jelly Roll has broken his silence on his divorce from wife Bunnie Xo, dismissing speculation surrounding their split and firmly denying rumours of infidelity, according to E! News.
Addressing the issue during a concert in Saratoga Springs, New York, on June 18, the 41-year-old singer told fans that despite their separation, he and Bunnie remain close friends.
'The

Kate Hudson, Javier Bardem's rom-com 'Hello & Paris' expands cast with six new additions

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 05:32:22 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): The upcoming romantic comedy 'Hello & Paris', starring Kate Hudson and Javier Bardem, has expanded its ensemble cast with the addition of six actors as production on the film continues, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Rupert Penry-Jones, Trudie Styler, Amber Valletta, Bella Maclean, Eliot Sumner and Thaddea Graham have joined the ca

"They're also just really addictive": 'House of the Dragon' fame Milly Alcock opens up about her 20 tattoos

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 05:32:01 GMT

Washington, DC [US], June 19 (ANI): Actress Milly Alcock has revealed that she has 20 tattoos, describing them as a deeply personal expression of identity and a grounding reminder of who she is beyond the characters she portrays on screen, according to People.
During a recent appearance on the YouTube series 'Last Meals', the 26-year-old actress spoke candidly about her love for tattoos and the significance they

Roundup: Key takeaways from Vance on U.S.-Iran peace deal

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 05:15:17 GMT

WASHINGTON, June 18 (Xinhua) -- A 60-day countdown to a permanent U.S.-Iran agreement began Thursday, U.S. Vice President JD Vance said, while acknowledging major issues remain unresolved, including the release of potentially hundreds of billions of dollars in frozen Iranian assets and long-term security arrangements for the Strait of Hormuz.

STRAIT OF HORMUZ
According to Vance, the signing of th

Harshit Rana added to India squad for third ODI against Afghanistan

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 05:03:44 GMT

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 19 (ANI): Seamer Harshit Rana has been added to the India squad for the third and final One-Day International match against Afghanistan, which will be played on Saturday at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) informed about Rana's addition to the India squad just a day before the final ODI match of the series with a statement.<

Tulsi Gabbard, on final day as US DNI, alleges Biden's Top Medical Adviser Fauci funded Wuhan research that sparked COVID-19

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 04:59:56 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): Outgoing US Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard has accused former Chief Medical Advisor to the US President, Dr Anthony Fauci, of funding gain-of-function research at China's Wuhan Institute of Virology, influencing intelligence assessments on the origins of COVID-19 and misleading Congress under oath.
On what she described as her final day in office, Gabbard

Bunnie Xo says divorce from Jelly Roll was "not mutual", opens up about emotional split

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 04:31:31 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): Podcast host Bunnie Xo has opened up about her split from husband Jelly Roll, revealing that the decision to divorce was 'not mutual' and stemmed from months of communication struggles within their marriage, according to E! News.
Speaking on the recent episode of her 'Dumb Blonde' podcast, Bunnie Xo, whose real name is Alisa DeFord, reflected on the events that led to the end o

Timeline: From U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran to a peace memorandum of understanding

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 03:45:23 GMT

BEIJING, June 19 (Xinhua) -- More than 100 days after the conflict between the United States and Iran erupted on Feb. 28, the two countries have reached a peace memorandum of understanding (MoU).
The conflict, which also involved Israel, Hezbollah and other regional actors, triggered one of the most serious crises in the Middle East in years. Key flashpoints included Iran's nuclear program, attacks on nuclear and

Taylor Swift shares behind-the-scenes glimpse of recording 'I Knew It, I Knew You' for 'Toy Story 5'

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 03:31:55 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): Singer-songwriter Taylor Swift has given fans a behind-the-scenes look at the making of her 'Toy Story 5' soundtrack song, 'I Knew It, I Knew You', sharing studio footage from the day she recorded the track, according to People.
The Grammy-winning artist posted a video on social media, offering insight into her creative process and describing what she called one of the most exc

JD Vance's Switzerland visit delayed as technical talks await finalisation: White House spokesperson

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 03:31:50 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): A White House spokesperson on Thursday (local time) said that US Vice President JD Vance will not depart for Switzerland for further talks as the plans for the talks have not been finalised.
The spokesperson said that a delegation has been prepared to depart at the first available opportunity.
'As the Vice President said at his press conference, the plans for the upcoming

Vance shelves Switzerland visit as US-Iran talks hit early hurdles; Israel assures of commitment to peace process

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 03:31:45 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): US Vice President JD Vance has cancelled his planned trip to Switzerland for the formal in-person signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Iran due to unresolved logistical issues surrounding the next phase of negotiations, CNN reported, citing a White House spokesperson.
The White House said technical talks between Washington and Tehran had yet to be finalised.

Daisy Edgar-Jones' 'Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow' set for November 2027 release

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 03:31:34 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): Actress Daisy Edgar-Jones is set to headline the film adaptation of Gabrielle Zevin's bestselling novel 'Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow', which is scheduled for a wide theatrical release on November 12, 2027, according to Variety.
The film will be directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Sian Heder, best known for 'CODA', who is also writing the screenplay.
Based

Jodie Comer didn't recognise Hugh Jackman after his dramatic Robin Hood transformation in 'The Death of Robin Hood'

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 02:59:29 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): Actress Jodie Comer revealed that she was left stunned when she first saw Hugh Jackman in character for 'The Death of Robin Hood', admitting she did not recognise her co-star because of his dramatic transformation for the film, according to People.
Speaking during a joint interview with People, Comer recalled her first encounter with Jackman after arriving on set for a makeup t

India hosts 12th International Yoga Day celebration at UN headquarters in New York

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 01:58:48 GMT

New York [US], June 19 (ANI): The Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations organised the 12th International Day of Yoga celebrations at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, bringing together around 800 yoga enthusiasts from diverse backgrounds to mark the global observance of the ancient Indian practice.
Sharing details of the event in a post on X, the Indian Mission to the UN said, '#IndiaAtUN @I

US lifts maritime blockade on Iranian ports after signing MoU, says CENTCOM

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 01:31:08 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): The US Central Command (CENTCOM) on Thursday (local time) announced that the United States has lifted its maritime blockade on all traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports and coastal areas, marking a major implementation step under the newly signed US-Iran agreement as the two sides begin a 60-day negotiation process toward a comprehensive deal.
In a post on X, CENTCOM said A

Iran warns US, says 'will deliver crushing response to any breach of agreement'

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 01:30:51 GMT

Tehran [Iran], June 19 (ANI): Iran's top negotiator and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has warned that Tehran will deliver a 'crushing response' if the United States or its partners act in bad faith, violate the newly agreed framework, or impose additional demands during the ongoing negotiations over a final agreement.
In a post on X, Ghalibaf said Iran remained committed to implementing the conditio

Liberty, hottest team in WNBA, aim to extend dominance over Mystics

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:55:06 GMT

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The New York Liberty will put multiple streaks on the line Friday night when they host the Washington Mystics.
New York (11-4) has the longest active win streak in the WNBA at eight games and has also beaten the Mystics in 10 straight regular-season meetings, last losing to Washington in the regular-season finale of 2023.<

US Secretary of War blasts shameful NATO

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:49:08 GMT

Pete Hegseth has accused the blocs European members of putting the lives of American servicemembers at risk
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has announced a six-month review of America's military footprint in Europe, warning that future deployments, funding and basing arrangements will depend on whether NATO members meet Washington's demands.
Speaking at a NATO defense ministerial meeting i

John Bolton calls PM Modi-Trump meeting at G7 Summit "important," criticises US tariff policy

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:30:23 GMT

By By Ayushi Agarwal
Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): John Bolton, former National Security Advisor to the US President, has described the meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 Summit as important for bilateral ties, while sharply criticising the Trump administration's tariff policy.
In an interview with ANI, Bolton said that although the meeting in Franc

"Favourable to Iran": John Bolton warns US-Iran MoU repeats past mistakes, says "Trump in difficult position"

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 23:58:12 GMT

By By Ayushi Agarwal
Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): John Bolton, former US National Security Advisor to President Donald Trump, has sharply criticised the newly signed US-Iran agreement, calling it 'very favourable to Iran' and warning that it repeats the same structural mistakes that plagued previous deals regarding Tehran's nuclear programme.
In an interview with ANI, Bolton argued that the agreement

Tempo, Sun clash, both seeking return to win column

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 23:40:28 GMT

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One losing streak will end Friday night when the Toronto Tempo visit the Connecticut Sun in Uncasville, Conn.
The Sun (2-14) have dropped six straight after an 88-81 home loss to the Washington Mystics on Wednesday.
The Tempo (7-8) lost their third in a row, 113-91, to the host Indiana Fever on Tuesday.
The Sun will be see

Nasim Nunez, Nats riding high entering series with slumping Rays

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 23:19:17 GMT

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The Washington Nationals arrive in Florida in their best standings position in seven seasons, and the club is hoping for positive chaos in its three-game series with the Tampa Bay Rays starting Friday night in St. Petersburg, Fla.
Tuesday's victory over the Kansas City Royals put the National League East team four games above .500 for the first time since 2019 -

"Expect complete ceasefire including Lebanon, Israel": Trump says 'US committed to peace' after MoU with Iran

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:29:33 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 19 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Thursday reaffirmed Washington's commitment to peace in West Asia following the signing of a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the United States and Iran, stating that Washington DC expects 'complete ceasefire' between Hezbollah and Israel.
In a post on Truth Social, Donald Trump expressed optimism about a broader regional ceasefire

Iran stood its ground, and Washington got nothing

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:04:39 GMT

The US-Iran war ended with Hormuz reopened, but with no decisive political gain, exposing the limits of American power against a resilient Iran
The war between the United States and Iran, which began on the last day of winter, will undoubtedly enter the history of international politics. Not because it transformed the balance of power, but because it did almost the opposite. It became a rare exam

US-Iran war concludes: taking the toll

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:22:54 GMT

The conflict has apparently ended, having cost US taxpayers billions, killed thousands, and disrupted global energy markets
The US-Iran war appears to have ended after 108 days, costing American taxpayers over $100 billion, according to estimates gathered by the independent Iran War Cost Tracker.
On Tuesday, US President Donald Trump signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran, with Tehr

James Dolan: Knicks accept invitation to White House

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:19:13 GMT

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The New York Knicks accepted an offer to visit the White House to celebrate the franchise's first NBA championship since 1973, owner James Dolan said.
The Knicks will be the first NBA title-winning team to visit President Donald Trump at the White House during either of his terms in office.
Dolan, 71, and Trump, 80, have been long-time friends, with the two sit

F Pierre-Edouard Bellemare retires after 700 games

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:19:26 GMT

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Forward Pierre-Edouard Bellemare officially has retired after 700 NHL games over 10 seasons with five teams.
Bellemare, who last suited up for the Seattle Kraken in 2023-24, played the most games by a French-born player in league history.
He recorded 138 points (64 goals, 74 assists) and a plus-22 rating with the Philadelphia Flyers (2014-17), Vegas Golden Kni

Iran Deal Provides Economic Boost, But Hormuz Shipping Is Key

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:13:29 GMT

TheIran framework agreementgave an immediate boost to markets, with shares rising and oil prices dipping. But whether this translates into durable economic gains will largely depend on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
There were signs of traffic beginning to revive on June 18 in the hours immediately after the US and Iranian presidents signed a memorandum of understanding to end the war, according to Windward, a