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JD Vance may visit Pakistan for Iran talks as mediation efforts intensify

US Vice President JD Vance is expected to travel to Pakistan for backchannel diplomacy with Iran, as Islamabad emerges as a key intermediary amid efforts to de-escalate the ongoing conflict.

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Western intel says Russia quietly sending weapons to Iran amid US war

Intelligence reports suggest Moscow is quietly supplying drones and support to Tehran, potentially marking its first direct lethal assistance since the conflict escalated, even as Russia publicly maintains a limited role.

Bus falls into Padma river from ferry in Bangladesh, 23 dead

A passenger bus carrying at least 40 fell into the Padma River while attempting to board a ferry in Rajbari district, triggering a massive rescue operation as authorities search for missing passengers.

Trump claims Iran secretly wants deal, warns leaders face internal threat or US action

US President Donald Trump claims Iran is unwilling to openly negotiate despite wanting a deal, suggesting its leadership fears internal backlash or external consequences as tensions continue to escalate.

Iran turns down US ceasefire plan, outlines five conditions to end conflict

Tehran rejects Washington’s proposal as inadequate and says any end to hostilities will depend on strict conditions, including guarantees, compensation, and a halt to military actions amid ongoing tensions.

Iran and the United States

Iran claims it shot down US fighter jet, America denies

Tehran releases video of alleged F-18 strike near Chabahar, Washington rejects claim as “false” amid escalating West Asia conflict.

Iran war

Iran keeps Hormuz open for India, blocks rivals in wartime

Tehran signals selective access to critical oil route, shields India, China, Russia, Pakistan and Iraq while shutting out US-led allies.