Trump Briefed On CENTCOM’s Hard Strike Plans As Blockade Strategy Hardens Against Iran

US President Donald Trump was briefed on Thursday by CENTCOM regarding new plans for strikes on Iran, according to Axios.The session, led by CENTCOM Commander Brad Cooper and the Chairperson of the Joint Chiefs, lasted approximately forty‑five minutes. The proposals outlined by military officials suggest a shift towards decisive action amid the fragile ceasefire.Axios reported on Wednesday that

May 1, 2026
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Fixation Still Kicking Like A Mule: Trump Claims Tariffs Ended India-Pakistan War, India Credits Military Ceasefire

Donald Trump has once again reiterated his claim that he resolved the India-Pakistan conflict of 2025 through the threat of tariffs. Speaking at an executive order signing event in Washington DC, he asserted that he had settled eight wars during his presidency, including the confrontation between the two nuclear-armed neighbours.He stated that he threatened to impose tariffs of up to 200 per cent

May 1, 2026
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Wang Yi and Rubio Discuss Trump China Trip, Prioritise Global Stability

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday, underscoring the importance of maintaining stability in bilateral relations and preparing for future high-level exchanges.The discussion came ahead of US President Donald Trump’s forthcoming visit to China, scheduled for mid-May.According to Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning

May 1, 2026
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US Embassy Recalls Rubio’s Vision of India-US Partnership As Trade Talks Advance

The United States Embassy in India has highlighted remarks by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, underscoring the depth and breadth of the India-US partnership.Sharing a picture of Rubio with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, the Embassy recalled his statement from India’s Republic Day on 26 January 2026.Rubio had emphasised that cooperation between the two nations spans defence, energy,

May 1, 2026
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Guterres Warns Hormuz Strait Crisis Risks Global Recession And Mass Poverty

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has issued a stark warning that the continued disruption of maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a global recession.Speaking in New York, he urged the reopening of the strategic waterway, stressing that the longer it remains blocked, the higher the cost to humanity. His message was unequivocal: the strait must be opened to

May 1, 2026
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US Lawmakers Launch Probe Into Chinese AI Models Over Security Risks And Exploitation of American Technology

US lawmakers have announced a joint investigation into the security risks posed by Chinese-developed artificial intelligence models. The probe, led by House Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar and House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino, will examine the national security and cybersecurity implications of American companies adopting AI systems created by

May 1, 2026
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UAE & Saudi Arabia Have Increased Shipments To India From Alternative Ports To Bypass Hormuz

India’s crude oil imports averaged 4.4 million barrels per day between 1 and 26 April, marking a decline of about 15 per cent compared with February’s intake of 5.2 million barrels per day. This reduction highlights the strain on supplies as regional disruptions continue to weigh on energy flows.Efforts by the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia to bypass the Strait of Hormuz have provided some

April 30, 2026
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Pakistan Opens Six Land Routes To Iran, Ditching Trump’s Blockade Strategy

As stated in a report by NDTV, Pakistan’s decision to grant Iran six overland transit routes has sparked sharp criticism in Washington, with accusations that Islamabad is undermining President Donald Trump’s strategy of maximum economic pressure.The move allows Tehran to bypass the US naval blockade of its ports and sustain its oil trade by shifting cargo through land corridors to Russia, China,

April 30, 2026
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US Companies Pushes Small Modular Reactors To Cut Costs and Boost Nuclear Flexibility

Several companies in the United States are advancing the development of small modular reactors as a new approach to nuclear energy. The aim is to reduce capital costs and improve flexibility in deployment, according to a report by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.The report noted that the United States currently operates about 98 gigawatts of nuclear generating capacity, but very little

April 30, 2026
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Shield AI Deepens India Presence With New Delhi Office And Planned Bangalore Expansion

Shield AI announced today the opening of an office in New Delhi to support its growing partnership and advance work with the Indian Ministry of Defence and its industry ecosystem. The latest milestone deepens the company’s long-term commitment to India.The opening was announced during a high-level visit to New Delhi by the president and co-founder of the company, Ryan Tseng, and a member of the

April 30, 2026
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