The White House has stirred up fresh controversy amidst the ongoing conflict with Iran by linking the deaths of senior Iranian leaders to failed negotiations with the United States. During a recent briefing, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt claimed that these leaders were eliminated due to misleading the US government during talks aimed at ending the war. Leavitt’s explosive remarks suggested that these leaders had "strung" the US along in negotiations under the previous Trump a

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CRANFORD, N.J. — Drivers in Cranford are being warned to follow crosswalk laws after local authorities carried out a targeted pedestrian safety enforcement operation during the week of Monday, March 23, 2026. The initiative, led by the Cranford Police Department, focused on improving compliance at marked crosswalks and reducing the risk of accidents involving pedestrians. As part of the operation, officers conducted a “pedestrian decoy” detail at a crosswalk equipped with a Rect

GRAPEVINE, Texas — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton secured an endorsement from the Conservative Political Action Conference on Saturday, March 28, 2026 (CDT), following strong support during the conference held on Friday, March 27, 2026, strengthening his campaign to unseat incumbent U.S. Senator John Cornyn in an increasingly competitive Republican runoff race. Speaking at the conference, Paxton criticized Cornyn for not attending what he described as one of the largest grassro

An aircraft bound for India was reportedly damaged in a strike at Mashhad International Airport in Iran on Monday, March 30, 2026, disrupting a planned humanitarian aid mission and drawing sharp condemnation from Iranian authorities. Iranian officials described the incident as a “war crime” and a violation of international law as regional tensions continue to escalate. The civilian aircraft was stationed on the ground at Mashhad International Airport when it was struck during a re

WASHINGTON — Thousands of soldiers from the United States Army’s elite 82nd Airborne Division have begun arriving in the Middle East as of Monday, March 30, 2026, according to U.S. officials, marking a significant escalation in military positioning as President Donald Trump considers next steps in the ongoing conflict with Iran. The deployment adds to a growing U.S. presence in the region, following the recent arrival of approximately 2,500 Marines over the weekend. The paratroope

​The U.S. Department of Education announced on Friday, March 27, 2026, that millions of federal student loan borrowers will be removed from the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) repayment plan, following a federal appeals court decision earlier in March that blocked the program after nearly two years of legal challenges. The SAVE plan, introduced in 2023 under the Biden administration, aimed to reduce monthly payments and expand loan forgiveness. However, several Republican-led

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning on Monday, March 30, 2026, threatening to expand military action against Iran by targeting critical civilian infrastructure if a deal to end the ongoing conflict is not reached soon. The remarks come as tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate, raising concerns about regional stability and global oil supply routes. In a social media statement, Trump said progress in negotiations had been “sign

Iran has claimed responsibility for a major missile and drone strike targeting a US-operated military facility in Saudi Arabia, escalating tensions in the already volatile Middle East region. According to reports from Iranian state media, the attack struck the Prince Sultan Air Base, a key installation use

US President Donald Trump has made a striking claim that “regime change has happened” in Iran, even as the conflict between the two nations continues after a month of escalating military action. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump indicated that negotiations are underway and suggested that a peace deal could be reached “pretty soon,” despite ongoing tensions. According to Trump, t

US President Donald Trump made a light-hearted remark about the Strait of Hormuz during a recent investment forum in Miami, drawing laughter from the audience. While speaking about the ongoing situation in the Middle East, Trump jokingly referred to the critical waterway as the “Strait of Trump” before correcting himself and saying “Hormuz.” He followed the comment with a sarcastic apology, taking a swipe at mainstream media. Trump said that any slip of words would likely be

The Indian rupee has slipped to a new record low, falling to 94.1575 per US dollar, surpassing its previous all-time low of 93.98 set earlier this week. The continued decline is being attributed to growing concerns over the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has placed significant pressure on global markets, including the Indian currency. Since the war broke out late last month, the rupee has weakened by about 3.5%, reflecting the heightened uncertainty in international mark

​The United States has initiated indirect diplomatic engagement with Iran through Pakistan, according to Steve Witkoff, a special envoy serving under President Donald Trump. Speaking during a Cabinet meeting at the White House, Witkoff confirmed that a structured 15-point peace proposal has been conveyed to Iranian authorities via Pakistan’s government, marking a renewed attempt to address ongoing tensions through diplomatic channels. Witkoff described the framework as a comprehensive ef

​Washington: Tensions across West Asia have escalated sharply, with the United States issuing a strong warning to Iran to accept defeat or face significantly intensified military consequences. US officials indicated that further retaliation from Tehran could trigger a broader response, signaling a potential widening of the conflict. Iran, however, has dismissed the possibility of negotiations, reaffirming its intent to continue retaliatory strikes amid ongoing hostilities. Military exchang

WASHINGTON — Donald Trump said Iran had sent multiple oil shipments as a goodwill gesture to demonstrate seriousness in ongoing indirect talks, describing the move as a significant signal amid heightened tensions between the two countries. Speaking as diplomatic efforts continue behind the scenes, Trump claimed that Iran provided what he characterised as “10 boats of oil,” framing the shipments as a gesture intended to advance negotiations. He suggested the tankers were operatin

WASHINGTON — March 26, 2026: President Donald Trump on Thursday cast renewed doubt on the likelihood of reaching a peace agreement with Iran, indicating that any meaningful progress would depend on Tehran’s willingness to shift its current stance amid ongoing tensions between the two countries. Speaking during a Cabinet meeting at the White House, Trump emphasized that Iran must take the first step if a deal is to materialize. He expressed uncertainty over wheth

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirmed that Tehran is reviewing a US proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, but made it clear that this does not signify formal negotiations with Washington. In an interview with state television, Araghchi emphasized that while messages have been exchanged through intermediaries, they do not equate to talks with the US government. "There are no talks with the US," Araghchi bluntly stated, reiterating Iran's stance of no direct engagement wit

Gold and silver have witnessed significant price jumps recently, attracting attention from investors as global market conditions remain uncertain. After two consecutive days of price declines, both metals have made a strong rebound, with gold prices soaring by Rs 5,300 (3.82%) to reach Rs 1,44,212 on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX). Silver saw an even larger increase, rising by Rs 13,060 (5.82%), reaching Rs 2,36,980. This sharp uptick in precious metal prices is largely driven by weakenin