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The United States' unprovoked bombing of three nuclear sites in Iran has sparked a tense geopolitical situation, with far-reaching implications for India and the global economy. The US President's decision to send stealth bombers and bunker busters, weighing nearly 15 kilotons, has been widely condemned, with Iran
Nuclear proliferation
Iran's parliament has approved a bill to suspend cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) amid heightened tensions with Israel, following an air war over Israel's concerns about Iran's nuclear program. The move, which now requires final approval from the Supreme National Security
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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's supreme leader, has declared victory over Israel and the United States in his first public comments since a ceasefire was announced between the warring nations. The 12-day conflict, which included direct strikes on Iranian and Israeli cities, marked a significant escalation in the nations&
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The recent developments in the Iran-Israel conflict have posed a significant challenge for India to balance its relationships with both nations, which are crucial suppliers of defense equipment, technology, and oil. The United States of America's bombing of Iran has disrupted the region's stability, causing oil
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A tentative ceasefire appeared to be holding on Wednesday, following a 12-day war between Israel and Iran. U.S. President Donald Trump expressed cautious optimism, stating that Iranian and American officials would speak next week, while Iranian leaders reaffirmed their commitment to their nuclear program. The fragile peace was marred
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IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi expressed concern over Iran's withdrawal from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, stating that it would lead to "isolation" and undermine the pact's structure. Grossi's warning comes as Iran's parliament voted to suspend cooperation with the UN
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The recent attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities have raised concerns about the country's ability to hide and protect its nuclear components. Satellite images have shown lorries near the ultra-secure 'Pickaxe Mountain' underground complex hours before the attacks took place. The complex, located near the
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Trudy Rubin's recent article highlights the complexities of the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, and the uncertain intentions of three key leaders: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and President Donald Trump. Rubin, a seasoned columnist and veteran of the Iraq War, draws parallels between
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Iran's 86-year-old Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei must regroup and rebuild his country's damaged infrastructure, depleted arsenal, and battered image after a 12-day conflict with Israel. Khamenei has been in deep isolation, appearing only twice in videos as Israel had free rein over the country'
Nuclear proliferation
Tensions in the Middle East escalated as Iran considers a shift in its stance on the nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) following recent Israeli and US strikes on its nuclear facilities. Tehran has sought to demonstrate its commitment to the treaty, but the diplomatic community's inability to provide adequate
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As the war in the Middle East escalates, concerns about Iran's nuclear capabilities have reached a fever pitch. Satellite images and intelligence reports suggest that Iran may have smuggled its enriched uranium out of its Fordow nuclear facility, sparking a heated debate about the country's intentions
Nuclear proliferation
The Iranian regime, marked by a history of terrorism, murder, and human rights abuses, poses a significant threat to global peace. Former Conservative MEP Struan Stevenson, a long-time advocate for democracy in Iran, warns against the dangers of this regime obtaining nuclear capabilities. Stevenson's own life has been
