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Tehran and Washington are witnessing renewed strain as Iran has made it clear that it will continue its uranium enrichment activities despite mounting pressure from the United States. Iranian officials have stated that threats from America will not alter the country’s nuclear policy.

Speaking at a conference in Tehran, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that during recent discussions with American representatives, Iran clearly communicated that it would not abandon uranium enrichment. He stressed that Iran would not yield to pressure from powerful nations and that intimidation would not influence its decisions.

Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, Iran

Araghchi added that no country has the authority to dictate Iran’s behavior or determine its national interests. Referring to the recent deployment of an American aircraft carrier in nearby waters, he said Iran is not afraid of US military positioning in the region. According to him, such actions do not weaken Tehran’s resolve.

On the issue of Iran’s missile program, Araghchi stated that Tehran does not consider it open for negotiation, as it is directly linked to national security. He reiterated that Iran seeks to avoid confrontation but is prepared to respond if attacked.

The foreign minister also expressed deep mistrust toward Washington, saying Tehran has little confidence in the United States. He questioned whether the American side is genuinely serious about pursuing fresh negotiations. Commenting on new sanctions imposed by the US administration, Araghchi said that while Washington speaks of peace, its actions raise doubts about its true intentions.

He said Iran is closely monitoring the situation and will soon decide whether to continue the talks or reconsider its participation. Meanwhile, senior American officials, including key negotiators, recently visited the US aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, signaling heightened attention to the developments in the region.

The ongoing diplomatic standoff underscores the fragile nature of relations between the two countries, with both sides maintaining firm positions on critical security and nuclear issues.

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US Senator Claims Venezuelan Leader Taken Into Custody by American Forces https://theedgemedia.in/us-senator-claims-venezuelan-president-arrested https://theedgemedia.in/us-senator-claims-venezuelan-president-arrested#respond Sat, 03 Jan 2026 11:45:39 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=28221 The senator’s comments came shortly after President Donald Trump announced that the United States had launched a major strike in Venezuela.

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Utah Senator Mike Lee stated on Saturday that he was informed by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro had been arrested by US personnel and transferred to the United States to face criminal charges.

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In a message shared on his personal account on X, Lee said the operation appeared to fall under the president’s constitutional powers. He explained that such authority is granted by Article II of the US Constitution, allowing the president to act in order to safeguard American personnel from immediate or potential threats.

Lee said he had spoken directly with Rubio, who confirmed that US forces executed the arrest warrant and carried out what Lee described as “kinetic action” to ensure the safety of those involved in the operation. He added that the measures taken were strictly defensive and aimed at protecting US officials during the mission.

In a follow-up post, Lee said he was told that no additional military or enforcement actions were expected inside Venezuela now that Maduro was in US custody.

The senator’s comments came shortly after President Donald Trump announced that the United States had launched a major strike in Venezuela. Trump claimed that the operation resulted in the capture of the country’s sitting president and his wife, who were then flown out of the country.

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US Air Strikes Reported In Caracas As Venezuela Accuses Washington Of Aggression https://theedgemedia.in/us-strikes-venezuela-explosions-caracas https://theedgemedia.in/us-strikes-venezuela-explosions-caracas#respond Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:09:27 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=28202 Trump has defended the naval strikes as a necessary step to curb drug flows into the United States, asserting that the country is engaged in an armed conflict with international drug cartels.

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United States President Donald Trump ordered air strikes on targets inside Venezuela, including military facilities, according to a report by a CBS journalist, after explosions, low flying aircraft, and smoke were witnessed in the capital city of Caracas on Saturday. Loud noises were heard across several neighbourhoods as residents rushed outdoors in fear.

The government of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro accused the United States of carrying out attacks on both civilian and military installations across multiple states. Smoke was seen rising from the hangar area of a military base in Caracas, while another military installation in the capital reportedly lost power following the incident.

Eyewitnesses described scenes of panic as people gathered in streets across the city. A 21 year old office worker, Carmen Hidalgo, said the ground shook violently as explosions echoed through the area. She said the force of the blasts felt like air crashing against them as she hurried home with relatives after attending a birthday celebration.

In an official statement, the Venezuelan government urged its supporters to mobilise and take to the streets. It called on social and political organisations to activate protest plans and strongly condemn what it described as an imperialist attack. The statement added that President Maduro had ordered the full implementation of national defence plans and declared a state of external disturbance.

US administration officials acknowledged awareness of reports involving aircraft and explosions over Caracas, according to a social media post by CBS journalist Jennifer Jacobs. However, the White House and the Pentagon did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

The Venezuelan government said it firmly rejects what it termed military aggression by the United States, alleging that the true objective of the attack was to seize control of Venezuela’s oil and mineral resources. At least seven explosions and continuous aircraft movement were reported around 2 am local time in Caracas.

The developments come amid ongoing US military operations targeting alleged drug smuggling vessels in the Caribbean Sea and the eastern Pacific Ocean. On Friday, Venezuelan authorities stated they were open to negotiations with Washington on cooperation to combat drug trafficking.

In a previously recorded interview aired earlier in the week, President Maduro claimed the United States was seeking regime change in Venezuela and access to its vast oil reserves through sustained military and economic pressure. He linked this campaign to a large scale US military deployment in the Caribbean that began in August.

President Trump has repeatedly warned of possible land operations in Venezuela as part of efforts to force Maduro from office. These measures have included expanded economic sanctions, a strengthened US military presence in the region, and dozens of strikes on vessels allegedly connected to drug trafficking operations.

Maduro has been charged in the United States with narco terrorism. Reports also indicate that a drone strike last week targeted a docking area believed to be used by Venezuelan drug cartels, marking what was described as the first direct US operation on Venezuelan soil since naval strikes began months ago.

The US has also seized sanctioned oil tankers near Venezuela’s coast and imposed blockades on others, actions widely seen as aimed at tightening economic pressure on the South American nation. Since early September, US forces have carried out at least 35 known strikes on boats, with reported fatalities exceeding 115, according to figures released by the Trump administration.

These actions followed a significant military buildup off South America, including the deployment of the United States’ most advanced aircraft carrier in November, adding thousands of troops to what officials described as the largest American military presence in the region in decades.

Trump has defended the naval strikes as a necessary step to curb drug flows into the United States, asserting that the country is engaged in an armed conflict with international drug cartels.

Iranian state media also reported the explosions in Caracas, broadcasting images from the Venezuelan capital. Iran has maintained close ties with Venezuela for years, largely driven by their shared opposition to US policies.

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International Peace Summit in Sharm El-Sheikh to Finalize Gaza Ceasefire Deal https://theedgemedia.in/gaza-peace-summit https://theedgemedia.in/gaza-peace-summit#respond Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:25:50 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=25957 An international summit aimed at finalizing an agreement to end the war in Gaza will be held on Monday in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, the office of the Egyptian President announced on Saturday. The meeting will be co-chaired by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi and US President Donald Trump, with leaders from over 20 countries set […]

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An international summit aimed at finalizing an agreement to end the war in Gaza will be held on Monday in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, the office of the Egyptian President announced on Saturday.

The meeting will be co-chaired by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi and US President Donald Trump, with leaders from over 20 countries set to participate, according to the statement. The summit’s objective is to bring the war in the Gaza Strip to an end, bolster efforts to achieve peace and stability in the Middle East, and initiate a new phase of regional security and stability.

The ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas took effect on Friday following three days of intensive negotiations between the two sides in Sharm El-Sheikh, mediated by Egypt, Qatar, Turkey, and the United States. The first phase of the plan includes the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza City, Rafah, Khan Yunis, and the northern region, the opening of five crossings for aid, and the release of hostages and prisoners.

A Hamas source stated on Friday that the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt is expected to reopen by the middle of next week for limited movement of people, although the details of the operation have not been announced. According to health officials in Gaza, Israeli military operations spanning over two years have devastated Gaza, killing more than 67,000 people and creating famine conditions.

Iran Ready for Fair Dialogue with US: Araghchi

Iran’s Foreign Minister, Syed Abbas Araghchi, said on Saturday that his government is prepared for a fair and balanced dialogue with the United States. In an interview given to state-backed IRIB TV, Araghchi outlined Iran’s position on resuming nuclear talks with the US and lifting sanctions. He stated that if the United States presents a competent plan that ensures the protection of Iran’s interests, it will certainly be considered.

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India’s Response “Somewhat Shaky”, Biden In Terms of Russia-Invasion https://theedgemedia.in/indias-response-somewhat-shaky-biden-in-terms-of-russia-invasion https://theedgemedia.in/indias-response-somewhat-shaky-biden-in-terms-of-russia-invasion#respond Tue, 22 Mar 2022 04:50:37 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=25223 India’s reaction to Russia’s attack on Ukraine has indeed been “shaky,” according to US President Joe Biden, as one of Europe’s bloodiest wars since World War II approaches its one-month mark, with key cities in the nation fighting for survival. “With the potential exception of India, which is a little weak on some of this,” […]

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India’s reaction to Russia’s attack on Ukraine has indeed been “shaky,” according to US President Joe Biden, as one of Europe’s bloodiest wars since World War II approaches its one-month mark, with key cities in the nation fighting for survival. “With the potential exception of India, which is a little weak on some of this,” Biden added, “the Quad has been extraordinarily strong — as has Australia — in addition to dealing with Putin’s aggressiveness.” India, Japan, the United States, and Australia form the Quad, a four-nation alliance.

The US also asked India to consider oil supplies from Moscow after Washington took a major measure prohibiting crude oil shipments from the Kremlin.

 

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Overnight Attacks in Kyiv Led To Fire Disasters https://theedgemedia.in/overnight-attacks-in-kyiv-led-to-fire-disasters https://theedgemedia.in/overnight-attacks-in-kyiv-led-to-fire-disasters#respond Sat, 12 Mar 2022 08:18:11 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=25131 Numerous cities have been besieged as Russia’s attack on Ukraine enters its 17th day. At the United Nations, India expressed the hope that negotiation and discussion between Russia and Ukraine would put the conflict to a conclusion. India’s permanent ambassador to the United Nations, TS Tirumurti, said: “We genuinely hope that the continuing direct talks […]

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Numerous cities have been besieged as Russia’s attack on Ukraine enters its 17th day. At the United Nations, India expressed the hope that negotiation and discussion between Russia and Ukraine would put the conflict to a conclusion.

India’s permanent ambassador to the United Nations, TS Tirumurti, said: “We genuinely hope that the continuing direct talks between Russia and Ukraine result in a cease-fire. There is no other option than to pursue diplomacy and communication. The severe humanitarian situation necessitates quick action.”

Nevertheless, Thursday’s negotiations between Ukraine’s and Russia’s delegations are remained deadlocked. President Joe Biden of the United States stated that his nation will not fight in Ukraine and that a clash between NATO and Russia would culminate in World War III.

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PM Modi provides three tips for avoiding jet lag https://theedgemedia.in/pm-modi-provides-three-tips-for-avoiding-jet-lag https://theedgemedia.in/pm-modi-provides-three-tips-for-avoiding-jet-lag#respond Mon, 27 Sep 2021 15:53:03 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=24026   Prime Minister Narendra Modi had three days left on his just-finished trip to the United States. PM Modi arrived in the United States several time zones later and spent 65 hours in the nation, the majority of which was spent traveling, and he managed to attend 20 engagements, including the key bilateral meeting with […]

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi had three days left on his just-finished trip to the United States. PM Modi arrived in the United States several time zones later and spent 65 hours in the nation, the majority of which was spent traveling, and he managed to attend 20 engagements, including the key bilateral meeting with US President Joe Biden.

 

According to PTI, PM Modi has a few tricks up his sleeve to combat jet lag. The first is to schedule back-to-back meetings on a foreign trip so that weariness, which is frequent after a lengthy trip, is avoided.

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Next Month, India will resume the export of surplus Covid vaccines and accept donations https://theedgemedia.in/next-month-india-will-resume-the-export-of-surplus-covid-vaccines-and-accept-donations https://theedgemedia.in/next-month-india-will-resume-the-export-of-surplus-covid-vaccines-and-accept-donations#respond Tue, 21 Sep 2021 16:06:33 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=23981 India will recommence the export and donation of surplus vaccines beginning next month, according to Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, who made the announcement a day before Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the United States, where President Joe Biden is expected to tackle the matter. India, the world’s largest vaccine manufacturer, halted vaccine exports in […]

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India will recommence the export and donation of surplus vaccines beginning next month, according to Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, who made the announcement a day before Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the United States, where President Joe Biden is expected to tackle the matter.

India, the world’s largest vaccine manufacturer, halted vaccine exports in April to focus on immunizing its own people as the number of infections rose. The government hopes to vaccinate all of the country’s 94.4 million adults by December and has already administered at least one shot to 61% of them.

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As Joe Biden defends the US withdrawal from Afghanistan, chaos reigns in Kabul. https://theedgemedia.in/as-joe-biden-defends-the-us-withdrawal-from-afghanistan-chaos-reigns-in-kabul https://theedgemedia.in/as-joe-biden-defends-the-us-withdrawal-from-afghanistan-chaos-reigns-in-kabul#respond Tue, 17 Aug 2021 15:25:13 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=21961 Thousands of people rushed to Kabul’s airport on Monday, desperate to flee Afghanistan. The Taliban have taken control of the capital. At the airport, chaotic situations were witnessed, with at least five persons reported murdered. On Sunday, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani fled the country, claiming he wanted to avoid bloodshed. After several hours of delays, […]

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Thousands of people rushed to Kabul’s airport on Monday, desperate to flee Afghanistan. The Taliban have taken control of the capital. At the airport, chaotic situations were witnessed, with at least five persons reported murdered.

On Sunday, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani fled the country, claiming he wanted to avoid bloodshed. After several hours of delays, evacuation flights commenced on Monday evening, according to the US. US President Joe Biden defended his choice to leave Afghanistan in a speech on Monday.

President Biden stated that he remains firm by his decision. After 20 years, he has learned the hard way that withdrawing from the US military is never a wise idea. That is why they haven’t left.

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Michigan Witnesses Amusement Ride Accident, Video Viral On Social Media Platforms https://theedgemedia.in/michigan-witnesses-amusement-ride-accident-video-viral-on-social-media-platforms https://theedgemedia.in/michigan-witnesses-amusement-ride-accident-video-viral-on-social-media-platforms#respond Sun, 11 Jul 2021 15:23:37 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=18194 A terrifying event occurred when an amusement ride at a small festival in Michigan, United States, began to fail midway. The entire event was captured on film, and the footage is now making the rounds on social media sites. While some bystanders can be seen in the footage panting for air, others run to the […]

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A terrifying event occurred when an amusement ride at a small festival in Michigan, United States, began to fail midway. The entire event was captured on film, and the footage is now making the rounds on social media sites. While some bystanders can be seen in the footage panting for air, others run to the aid of people on the ride.

The magic carpet amusement ride at the National Cherry Festival is seen swaying wildly in the video, rocking its steel underpinnings. As the ride was on the point of collapsing, the fast response of several bystanders saved the day.

 

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