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US confirms $240 million Triton drone loss in Iran war, costliest air setback yet

Advanced Navy surveillance aircraft crashed near Strait of Hormuz after emergency alert, adding to mounting in Gulf conflict.

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Iran condemns ‘insult’ to Pope Leo after Trump’s remarks spark backlash

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian criticised US President Donald Trump’s comments targeting Pope Leo XIV, calling them disrespectful and defending the pontiff’s calls for peace amid the ongoing conflict.

Kim Jong Un oversees naval cruise missile test, signals push to strengthen nuclear forces

North Korean leader supervised the launch of cruise and anti-ship missiles from a naval destroyer, as Pyongyang continues efforts to expand its military capabilities amid rising regional tensions.

US-Iran talks collapse over uranium enrichment dispute, 20-year freeze proposal stalls deal

Negotiations between Washington and Tehran broke down at the final stage after both sides failed to agree on long-term limits on Iran’s uranium enrichment programme, despite progress on other issues.

Iran uses Bollywood memes to mock US blockade, signals military readiness in Hormuz

Amid rising tensions over the US naval blockade, Iran has responded with a mix of cultural jabs and military messaging, sharing Bollywood memes while warning that its missile boats are “warming up.”

China

China warns US against Hormuz blockade, asserts Iran ties and energy stakes

Beijing flags 40% oil dependence on key Gulf route, backs ceasefire as Washington enforces naval restrictions.

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Pakistan offers to host next US-Iran talks as tensions escalate after port blockade

Islamabad signals readiness for second round this week as diplomatic efforts continue despite rising military threats and stalled ceasefire talks.