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Iran says US returns to diplomacy after failed pressure tactics

Iran’s foreign minister says Washington has returned to diplomacy after failed pressure tactics, adding Tehran remains open to talks based on mutual respect as regional tensions ease.

Saudi Arabia backs dialogue to ease US-Iran tensions, rejects military escalation

Saudi Arabia says it supports diplomacy over escalation in US-Iran tensions, rejecting military action and reaffirming its commitment to regional stability through dialogue.

Iran, Russia and China announce joint naval drills in northern Indian Ocean

Iran, Russia and China will hold joint naval exercises in the northern Indian Ocean this month, aiming to enhance maritime security coordination amid rising regional tensions.

Telegraph flags economic and diplomatic strain for India under Modi

Britain’s Telegraph says India is facing mounting economic pressure and diplomatic setbacks, citing capital outflows, tougher US measures and stalled regional projects.

United States approves $9 billion Patriot missile sale to Saudi Arabia

Washington has cleared a $9 billion Patriot missile package for Saudi Arabia, expanding regional air defense cooperation as the US advances major arms sales in the Middle East.

China leads BRICS shift away from dollar as global finance realigns

China, India and BRICS nations are accelerating moves away from the US dollar, trimming Treasury holdings and expanding local-currency trade as global financial power quietly reshapes.

China lifts travel bans on six UK lawmakers after Starmer Xi talks

China has lifted travel bans on six UK lawmakers after talks between Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Xi Jinping, signalling a cautious reset in bilateral relations.

Azerbaijan says it will not allow its land or airspace to be used against Iran

Azerbaijan says it will not allow its land or airspace to be used for any action against Iran, as its foreign minister holds talks with Tehran amid rising regional tensions.

Trump says larger US naval force moving closer to Iran

US President Donald Trump says a larger American naval force is moving closer to Iran, urging Tehran to return to talks while warning Washington remains ready to act.

Iran warns US bases within missile range vows response

Iran’s military has warned that US bases in the region are within missile range and said it is prepared to deliver an immediate response if attacked, amid rising regional tensions.

Trump says US fleet heading toward Iran hopes force not needed

US President Donald Trump says American warships are heading toward Iran but hopes military action can be avoided, while also warning allies about growing trade ties with China.

US defence chief says Pentagon ready to act on Iran if ordered

The US defence secretary warns Iran against advancing its nuclear programme, saying the Pentagon is prepared to act in line with President Donald Trump’s directives as tensions rise in the Middle East.