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12 May 2026


World News

US and Iran begin indirect talks in Pakistan

In a rare diplomatic push, the United States and Iran have begun indirect talks in Islamabad in an effort to ease tensions…

Artemis II crew returns safely after historic lunar flyby

NASA’s Artemis II crew has safely returned to Earth after completing a landmark mission around the Moon, marking the agency’s first crewed…

Israel, Lebanon plan rare talks

Israel and Lebanon are set to hold rare talks, even as tensions and violence continue between Israel and the armed group Hezbollah.…

Putin declares Easter ceasefire in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine to mark Orthodox Easter, calling for a brief pause in fighting…

ISRO moves closer to human space mission

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully carried out an important test for its Gaganyaan mission, bringing India closer to sending astronauts…

Pentagon denies rift with Vatican amid Pope criticism

The Pentagon has dismissed claims of a growing rift with the Vatican, saying its recent contacts with Church officials were “respectful” despite…

Trump warns Iran over Strait of Hormuz oil flow

US President Donald Trump has warned Iran that global oil shipments will continue “with or without” its cooperation, sharpening tensions over the…

Khamenei says Iran not seeking war with US, Israel

Iran’s Supreme Leader , Mojtaba Khamenei has said the country does not want war with the United States or Israel, while also…

Pakistan hosts US-Iran talks amid fragile ceasefire

Pakistan is preparing to host direct talks between the United States and Iran in Islamabad, in an effort to turn a fragile…

Marco Rubio to visit India after key talks

India and the United States are looking to strengthen their ties, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio set to visit India…