- Iran says it never rejected Pakistan’s mediation talks even as the United States and Israel launched an attack on a cement factory.
- Raghav Chadha Fight back later American AP Association delete him as Federal Council The deputy leader called the move a “planned campaign.”
- India has denied reports that Iranian crude oil cargoes were being diverted to China due to payment issues.
- Prime Minister Modi Accusing Congress that remarks on the Iran conflict could endanger Indians living in the Gulf countries.
- With Pam Bondi out, Trump is considering a broader Cabinet reshuffle as fallout from the Iran war, rising fuel prices and poor poll numbers add to pressure.
Here are the day’s top stories:
Iran says it never rejected Pakistan talks as cement plant attacks, Iraqi gas cutoffs
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran had never refused to visit Pakistan for mediation talks and insisted the key issue was ensuring a “final and lasting” end to what he called an “illegal war”. The United States and Israel reportedly launched an attack on a cement plant in southern Iran without causing casualties or disruption, while Iraq said Iran’s natural gas supplies to its southern region had been completely halted, exacerbating tensions in the region. Follow real-time updates
Raghav Chadha quotes ‘Dhurandhar’ lines to refute AAP’s accusations after being demoted in Rajya Sabha
Raghav Chadha quoted a popular saying of Dhurandhar to hit back at AAP after he was removed from the post of deputy leader of the House of Representatives. Chadha ended the video statement with “Ghayal Hoon isliye ghatak hoon,” calling the charges against him a “planned action” and a “coordinated attack.” Read more
India denies Iranian crude cargoes were diverted due to payment issues, says supplies are completely secure
The Petroleum Ministry has denied reports that cargoes of Iranian crude oil bound for India were being diverted to China due to payment issues, saying the claims were “factually incorrect”. The ministry said in a post on Read more
PM Modi says Congress’ rhetoric on Iran crisis could endanger Indians in Gulf
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused Congress of making irresponsible remarks on the US-Iran conflict that could put Indians living in the Gulf country at risk. Addressing a rally in Thiruvalla, Kerala, Prime Minister Modi said the opposition was trying to provoke Middle Eastern countries and spread fear for political gain. Read more
Donald Trump Wider cabinet reshuffle weighed as fallout from Iran war deepens: report
U.S. President Donald Trump is considering a broader cabinet reshuffle following the ouster of Attorney General Pam Bondi as political pressure mounts over the war with Iran, Reuters reported. Rising fuel prices, falling approval ratings and Republican jitters ahead of the midterm elections have reportedly fueled discussions within the White House about replacing more senior officials. Read more