Iran was plunged into a near-total internet blackout as nationwide protests over soaring prices and economic hardship spread across all 31 provinces. Authorities have not officially explained the shutdown, but Iran has repeatedly cut internet access during periods of unrest in the past. Rights groups report that dozens of protesters, including children, have been killed since demonstrations began, as security forces intensified crackdowns in multiple cities.
09 January,2026 05:46 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin says Russia is ready to end the war in Ukraine, but his comments reveal a critical condition: no compromises on Moscow’s core demands. Speaking after recent talks tied to a U.S. peace framework developed with President Donald Trump, Putin claimed he had “practically agreed” to proposals discussed at a high-level summit, while rejecting changes sought by Kyiv and European leaders.
20 December,2025 12:49 AM IST
In a bold and unprecedented move, 200 American troops in Gaza will be monitoring and enforcing the newly brokered peace deal between Israel and Hamas. The troops, working alongside international forces from the UAE, Turkey, and Qatar, will oversee the hostage handover, ceasefire compliance, and stability in the region.
10 October,2025 09:30 PM IST
The White House confirmed that discussions are underway to bring Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy face-to-face for the first time since the war began. While no date is locked, Switzerland and Budapest are being considered as venues. With the world watching, this potential meeting could reshape the entire course of the Russia–Ukraine war.
20 August,2025 07:52 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
