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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

Trump’s Latest Name Proposal Draws Swift Rejection

US President Donald Trump has sparked fresh controversy by suggesting New Mexico be renamed “New America”, a proposal quickly rejected by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham. Trump recently backed other renaming ideas, including “Lake America” and “Trump Strait”. The latest suggestion was reportedly linked to an online hoax, while the governor accused Trump of distracting Americans from pressing concerns, including rising fuel prices, as his administration faces mounting criticism. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

Iran Strikes Back as US Attacks Escalate

Iran launched attacks on American interests across the Middle East on Wednesday, following fresh US strikes and warnings of severe retaliation. Iranian forces reportedly targeted US bases in Jordan, Bahrain and Iraq, while Jordan said it intercepted several missiles. Washington defended its latest strikes as retaliation for attacks linked to the Strait of Hormuz. The escalating conflict has also affected commercial shipping, while Iranian leaders warned that continued US pressure could further derail diplomatic efforts. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

Apple Updates Lake Name on Maps for US Users

Apple has updated the name of Lake Ontario on the web version of Apple Maps for US users, following a US executive order. The lake now appears as “Lake America” in the United States, while Canadian users will continue to see Lake Ontario. Users elsewhere will see both names. The change follows a similar update by Google Maps and mirrors Apple’s approach to the Gulf of Mexico renaming, reflecting differences based on users’ locations. Read More…

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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in World

Trump says US taking partial control of Venezuela's vast oil reserves

President Donald Trump on Friday announced an unprecedented US push to take control of a fifth of Venezuela's vast oil reserves, betting that American companies can revive the Opec nation's battered energy industry while delivering a new source of crude to help bring down US fuel prices. Trump provided few details about the agreement, saying only that the US had secured majority control of more than 65 billion barrels of Venezuela's proven oil reserves through a partnership with private business. Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

US sanctions International Criminal Court’s president and top lawyer

The US has sanctioned International Criminal Court president Tomoko Akane and trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, claiming the move is to protect Americans, although the ICC has never charged a US citizen. Seye is investigating alleged Israeli war crimes in Gaza. Pete Hegseth, the US defence secretary, said: “I strongly encourage every A3C member to leave the ICC.” The “A3C” or “Americas Counter Cartel Coalition” consists of the United States and 19 other countries in the Americas. Read More…

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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in World

US now prioritises lower oil prices over Iran's nuclear programme: Vance

The top US priority now in the Iran war is no longer its nuclear programme but to bring gasoline prices down for American consumers, the vice president said, with the treasury secretary adding that new economic punishment to wear down Tehran is imminent. "I know that oil is down today and it’s way down from the highs in the early days of the conflict," Vance said on Fox News. "That's goal number one, keep oil and gas cheap for Americans all over our country." "And then obviously goal number two… Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

Iran says members of US-Israeli intelligence killed by security forces

The Iranian intelligence ministry has said two members “affiliated with American and Israeli intelligence agencies” were killed during a confrontation with security forces in the southeast of the country, state broadcaster IRIB has reported. The ministry also announced the arrest of four other people for attempting to enter the country to carry out plans to destabilise the Sistan and Baluchestan province and damage its infrastructure. Read More…

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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in World

US embassies urge citizens to 'consider departing' Middle East 

US embassies in several Middle Eastern capitals warned American citizens to beware an "unforeseen escalation" in the regional conflict and urged them to be ready to leave. "Americans in the region should consider departing, or be prepared to depart should there be escalation," said a security alert, versions of which were posted on social media by the US missions in Amman, Jerusalem and Baghdad. Read More…

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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in World

Iran Guards warn civilians to stay away from US forces in region 

Iran's Revolutionary Guards warned civilians in the Middle East on Friday to stay away from US forces, state media reported. "We warn the general public in countries where American soldiers are stationed to immediately stay out of a radius of 500 metres from the places where American soldiers are hiding, in order to be safe," the Guards said in a statement carried by state TV. Read More…

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