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ترامپ: اگر تا چهارشنبه توافقی حاصل نشود، مجبوریم بمباران کنیم و محاصره دریایی ادامه دارد

دونالد ترامپ گفت اگر تا چهارشنبه توافقی حاصل نشود، احتمال دارد آتش‌بس تمدید نشود، اما محاصره آمریکا علیه بنادر ایران ادامه می‌یابد. او هشدار داد در این صورت «دوباره بمب‌ها فرو ریخته خواهد شد» و تاکید کرد جمهوری اسلامی نباید به سلاح هسته‌ای دست یابد.

Russia open to talks but insists on equal footing, no lectures — ambassador to Germany

Sergey Nechayev added: "We are fully ready for dialogue, but we will not impose ourselves"

Trump administration reverses course, extends Russian oil sanctions waiver

The Trump administration on Friday reversed course and extended a waiver on sanctioned Russian oil and petroleum products amid the Iran war, just days after a top Cabinet official said the U.S. would not be doing so. A license allowing countries to purchase Russian oil from Friday through May 16 was posted on the Treasury…

Russian drones hunt down Ukrainian UAVs in mid-air (VIDEO)

Footage released by Rubicon highlights the downing of kamikaze drones and coordinated airstrikes Russia’s elite Rubicon drone unit has released footage showing the interception of Ukrainian UAVs used to strike targets deep inside Russian territory. The video shows Russian FPV drones trailing and then striking Ukrainian UAVs, including FP-2 and E-300 Enterprise heavy kamikaze drones. The unit also shared footage of surveillance drones identifying ground targets for Russian airs...

Anthony Albanese warns reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is 'fragile' with 46 days of fuel to spare

Anthony Albanese warns reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is 'fragile' with 46 days of fuel to spareAlbo addresses re-opening of the Strait of HormuzAustralia has 46 days' worth of petrol READ MORE: Did Adrian Portelli PREDICT the fuel crisis?By SAMANTHA LOCK and DUNCAN MURRAY FOR AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATED PRESS Published: 03:56, 18 April 2026 | Updated: 03:56, 18 April 2026 e-mail View comments

Pakistan's peace efforts and regional situation focus of attention in PM Shehbaz's tri-nation visit

Pakistan's peace efforts amid the current regional and global situation remained the focus of attention during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's three-nation tour to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkiye amid tensions in the Middle East, the government said on Saturday. The prime minister's tour consisted of visits to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Turkiye, where, in addition to meetings with the leadership of the three countries, he also held meetings with other global leaders participating...

ترامپ: رییس‌جمهوری چین بسیار خرسند است که تنگه هرمز در حال باز شدن است

دونالد ترامپ اعلام کرد رییس‌جمهوری چین از باز بودن یا در آستانه بازگشایی بودن تنگه هرمز خرسند است. او همچنین دیدار پیش‌روی خود با شی جین‌پینگ در چین را «ویژه و احتمالا تاریخی» توصیف کرد و گفت انتظار دارد این سفر با دستاوردهای مهم و قابل توجهی همراه باشد.

Pakistan escorted Iran negotiators home amid Israel concerns

• Sources say Islamabad deployed some two dozen jets for mission• Airborne Warning and Control System also used for aerial surveillance• Similar protection ‘may be offered to Iranian officials in next round of talks if needed’ ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Air Force escorted Iranian negotiators home from inconclusive peace talks with the United States last weekend, launching a major operation after the Iranians said Israel might seek to kill them, three sources told Reuters. Pakistan deployed some two doz...

‘Red flag’ recruits: how record US$75 billion ICE expansion led to questionable hiring

Their backgrounds stand out. And not in a good way. Two bankruptcies and six law enforcement jobs in three years. An allegation of lying in a police report to justify a felony charge against an innocent woman – an incident that led to a US$75,000 settlement and criticism of his integrity. A third job candidate once failed to graduate from a police academy, then lasted only three weeks in his only job as a police officer. Their common bond: all were hired recently by US Immigration and Customs...

Dire warning for Aussie homeowners if Iran war continues to drags on

Dire warning for Aussie homeowners if Iran war continues to drags onExperts issue warning for mortgage holdersThey predict five more interest hikes by ChristmasREAD MORE: Proof the boomers did have it easier in the Aussie property market By JACOB SHTEYMAN and KAAREN MORRISSEY FOR AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATED PRESS Published: 03:46, 18 April 2026 | Updated: 03:46, 18 April 2026 e-mail View comments

US–Iran ceasefire: Strait of Hormuz reopened, Tehran warns of closure over US blockade

More than 20 ships turned back by US blockade, US Central Command saysSince the blockade began on Monday, 21 ships returned to Iran at the direction of US forces, US Central Command said Friday evening.US President Donald Trump said earlier on Friday that the American blockade of Iranian ports would remain “in full force” until Iran reaches a deal with the U.S., including on its nuclear program.Guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) patrols the Arabian Sea, April 17, as U.S. force...

Republican 'fighter' who served in Congress for six terms and made history with political comeback dies aged 79

Republican 'fighter' who served in Congress for six terms and made history with political comeback dies aged 79By LAUREN ACTON-TAYLOR, US NEWS REPORTER Published: 03:38, 18 April 2026 | Updated: 03:44, 18 April 2026 e-mail View comments

Iran says Trump made 7 false claims, threatens Hormuz closure again amid US blockade

Iran says Trump made false claims threatens Hormuz closure again amid US blockade

Aerotropolis land acquisition: Another farmer faction rejects proposed term, announces indefinite protest from today

Members of the farmer group who called off their protest visited Mohali MLA’s office to express their gratitude.

FCC upholds ban on book imports from certain countries

• Rules govt can limit trade with India, Israel on security, foreign policy grounds• Declares ‘right to read’ fundamental to life under Constitution; warns curbs on knowledge risk intellectual, societal decline• Notes digital access makes book bans increasingly ineffective ISLAMABAD: The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) upheld the government decision regarding the ban on imports of books from certain countries based on national security and foreign policy grounds, while simultaneously affirmin...

Next round of US-Iran talks to take place in Pakistan on Monday: Report

Next round of USIran talks to take place in Pakistan on Monday Report

Don't want your help anymore: Trump slams NATO after Iran moves to open Hormuz

Dont want your help anymore Trump slams NATO after Iran moves to open Hormuz

Top Russian diplomat to address key global issues at Antalya Diplomacy Forum

Sergey Lavrov is scheduled to address a special session of the forum and hold bilateral meetings with his foreign counterparts, Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova says

Toenail sign that could be warning of potentially deadly cancer, expert says

Toenail sign that could be warning of potentially deadly cancer, expert saysPharmacist warns that dark stripes and other toenail changes can signal health problems - from nutrient deficiencies to skin cancer - and urges people to check their feet regularlyNewsElaine Blackburne Network Content Editor03:30, 18 Apr 2026View 4 ImagesSpring means people are often beginning to think about ditching socks and shoes for sandals(Image: Getty)Winter weather means feet are often hidden away in socks and sli...