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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth dismissed claims that Iran is deploying “kamikaze dolphins” in the Strait of Hormuz, calling the idea unfounded.

But he sparked laughs after saying he “can’t confirm or deny” whether the US has such a capability.

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A senior US official says Washington and New Delhi are “very, very close” to finalising a long-awaited trade deal.

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau said only the “last hurdle” remains after months of negotiations, with the pact expected to deepen economic ties.

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is keeping the mystery alive after his viral DJ moment.

Asked about his DJ name, Rubio joked: “You’re not ready for my DJ name,” refusing to reveal it.

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio briefly stepped into the White House briefing room role, addressing reporters from the podium.

The unusual move comes as Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is on maternity leave, with Rubio helping fill the communication gap.

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French President Emmanuel Macron sang La Bohème at a state dinner in Yerevan, paying tribute to iconic French-Armenian singer Charles Aznavour.

Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan joined on drums, creating a rare moment where diplomacy met performance during Macron’s Armenia visit.

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Italian PM Giorgia Meloni has warned about the dangers of AI-generated deepfakes after manipulated images falsely depicting her spread online.

#GiorgiaMeloni #Italy

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Elon Musk congratulated India on Mission Drishti after PM Narendra Modi highlighted the milestone.

Calling it “Congratulations!”, Musk acknowledged the successful launch of the world’s first OptoSAR satellite by India’s private space sector.

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A senior JPMorgan executive, Lorna Hajdini, has been sued in New York over allegations of sexual abuse and racial harassment by a junior employee.

The lawsuit alleges coercion, career threats, and racially charged remarks; the claims are yet to be tested in court.

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The US State Department has cleared over $8.6 billion in arms deals to Israel, Qatar, Kuwait and the UAE, invoking emergency powers to bypass congressional review.

The move comes amid heightened tensions with Iran, signalling Washington’s push to rapidly strengthen allies.

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Fifteen years ago, US Navy SEALs killed Al-Qaeda founder Osama bin Laden in a covert raid in Abbottabad, Pakistan.

Authorised by the then President Barack Obama, the operation marked a major turning point in the global fight against terrorism.

#US #OsamabinLaden

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US President Donald Trump drew attention after acting out the transgender sports debate during a rally, mimicking a weightlifting scenario.

The performance-style remark sparked mixed reactions, highlighting the deeply polarised debate over transgender participation in sports.

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US President Donald Trump reignited his feud with Rep. Ilhan Omar, making a controversial and unverified claim about her personal life at a Florida rally.

Omar dismissed it as an “unhinged rant,” as the exchange adds to their long-running political rivalry and sharp rhetoric.

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US President Donald Trump claimed at a Florida rally that he has done “impossible things,” including becoming president “three times.”

The remark drew attention as the US Constitution limits presidents to two terms, sparking debate over his statement.

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US President Donald Trump declined to say whether fresh strikes on Iran are planned, telling reporters, “Why would I tell you that?”

The remark keeps military options ambiguous amid stalled talks and ongoing tensions.

#US

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Iran has announced new rules tightening control over its coastal waters and the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions.

The move comes as the US maintains its naval blockade on Iranian ports.

#StraitofHormuz

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Former German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said Europe must rethink its global posture, warning that Global South nations are “allergic” to being lectured.

He called for more balanced and respectful engagement.

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US President Donald Trump said he “probably will” pull American troops out of Spain and Italy, sharply criticising both allies.

The remarks signal a potential shift in US military posture in Europe and could strain transatlantic ties, raising questions over NATO deployments.

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India has urged Italy not to share sensitive defence technologies with Pakistan, citing security concerns during high-level talks.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh warned that advanced systems could be misused, including in activities linked to terrorism.

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Hezbollah is deploying fiber-optic guided drones against Israel, a tactic seen as reshaping modern aerial warfare.

Unlike conventional UAVs, these drones use cable control, making them immune to jamming and harder to detect, posing new challenges for air defence systems.

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Iran has warned it will launch “long and painful strikes” against US positions if Washington resumes military action.

The warning comes amid tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has blocked in response to a US naval blockade, keeping the standoff volatile.

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