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12 May 2026


World News

Trump blasts NATO, revives Greenland threat

US President Donald Trump has publicly criticised NATO, accusing some member countries of failing to support the United States during the recent…

Ceasefire falters as Israel strikes Lebanon, Iran shuts Hormuz

A temporary ceasefire in West Asia is already showing signs of breaking down, as new attacks and rising tensions threaten to undo…

Missile alerts rock Gulf despite ceasefire

Tensions remain high across the Gulf despite a two-week ceasefire announced between the US and Iran. On April 8, residents in countries…

Trump halts Iran strikes for 2 weeks

US President Donald Trump has announced a two-week suspension of military strikes against Iran, raising hopes for a temporary easing of tensions…

China’s quiet role in Iran ceasefire

China appears to have played a subtle but important role in encouraging Iran to move toward a recent ceasefire agreement with the…

Israel supports US-Iran ceasefire, excludes Lebanon from truce

Israel has backed a US-led decision to pause military action against Iran for 14 days, but Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has clarified…

US-Iran ceasefire hit by Hormuz row

A recent ceasefire between United States and Iran has reduced tensions, but new disagreements have emerged over rules in the Strait of…

Bangladesh FM in India to reset ties

Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman arrived in New Delhi on April 7 for a three‑day visit, marking the first high‑level engagement…

India advises citizens in Iran to stay put for 48 hours

The Government of India has issued an urgent advisory for Indian nationals in Iran, instructing them to stay where they are and…

Iran sends 10‑point peace plan, rejects US ceasefire

Iran has rejected a US-proposed ceasefire in the ongoing conflict and instead presented its own 10‑point plan for peace, delivered through Pakistan.…