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US prosecutors say Iranian national Shamim Mafi was arrested at LAX for allegedly brokering Iranian weapons sales, including drones and ammunition, to Sudan. The case highlights concerns over foreign arms fueling Sudan’s ongoing war and worsening humanitarian crisis.

Iran claims the US attacked and seized its cargo vessel Touska in the Gulf of Oman, calling it a ceasefire violation and warning retaliation. Reports also allege Iranian drone attacks and a Strait of Hormuz closure, though no independent confirmation is available yet.

The development comes as Iran has rejected participation in a second round of peace talks, citing “Washington’s excessive demands, unrealistic expectations, constant shifts in stance, repeated contradictions, and the ongoing naval blockade.

Chief negotiator Darpan Jain, Additional Secretary in the Department of Commerce, will lead the delegation. Officials from the customs department and the Ministry of External Affairs will also be part of the talks, scheduled from April 20 to 22.

Amid the temporary hiatus, Manon Bannerman was seen at Coachella alongside PinkPantheress for a performance, and the video since then has gone viral.

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright praised President Donald Trump as a creative negotiator who uses pressure in different ways and uses uncertainty in different ways. Wright also said that he believes gas prices have peaked but predicted that they may stay above $3 per gallon until next year.

Confusion surrounds the next round of US–Iran negotiations as Iranian media reports claim no delegation is heading to Pakistan, while US President Donald Trump insists American negotiators are already on their way to Islamabad. The mixed signals come amid escalating tensions, with Iran linking its participation to the lifting of a US naval blockade and Washington pushing forward with talks regardless. With the Strait of Hormuz crisis deepening and ceasefire uncertainty growing, this diplomatic standoff highlights just how fragile and unpredictable the situation has become.

The upcoming UFO declassification is legally mandated by a National Defense Authorization Act provision. This statutory mechanism bypasses Pentagon gatekeepers, forcing immediate public disclosure.

President Trump's 2026 declassification directive could finally unseal US intelligence on the 2023 Lake Huron UFO, after November 2024 FOIA docs proved Canada secretly recovered the object's debris.

President Trump announced in Phoenix that classified UFO files will be released 'very soon.' The disclosure follows directives to the Pentagon, missing video tapes, and heavy pressure from US Congress.

The oil war in the Gulf is now being fought on a quieter front—insurance. Even as movement resumes through the Strait of Hormuz, the cost of transporting crude has surged sharply.

The global technology race between the United States and China is heating up, with both nations competing for dominance in AI, semiconductors, and innovation. While the US still leads in advanced chips, research talent, and cutting-edge technology, China is rapidly catching up with massive investments, faster implementation, and global expansion. Recent polls suggest a surprising shift, with some US allies and global audiences increasingly viewing China as a more reliable partner and even a technological leader.

The United States is reportedly exploring the use of anti-mine drones to secure the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil route, amid rising tensions with Iran. As Washington looks for ways to ease Iran’s chokehold over the strategic waterway, Tehran has once again moved to shut it down in response to a US naval blockade. The situation has escalated concerns over global energy security, shipping disruptions, and the risk of a wider conflict in the region.

Ukraine has intensified its strikes on Russia’s energy infrastructure, targeting key refineries and an oil depot in Crimea as part of its broader strategy to weaken Moscow’s war capabilities. The attacks come as President Volodymyr Zelensky criticizes any easing of oil sanctions on Russia, warning it could strengthen the Kremlin’s position. Meanwhile, fresh strikes in Chernihiv have resulted in casualties, highlighting the ongoing human cost of the conflict.

Playing at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur in New Chandigarh, PBKS beat LSG by 54 runs and now have five wins in the tournament. With the win, Punjab remain the only unbeaten side in the IPL 2026 as they march towards the Playoffs.

The developments come as US President Donald Trump confirmed that a second round of negotiations with Iran is being planned in Islamabad, Pakistan.

Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir is under scrutiny amid reports questioning his growing proximity to former US President Donald Trump and his alleged longstanding ties with Iran’s leadership. Intelligence assessments have raised concerns, calling him a potential “red flag” as he plays a key role in sensitive backchannel diplomacy between Washington and Tehran.

In what was a crunch title deciding contest, goals from Rayan Cherki and Erling Haaland were enough for the Citizens to set up a tense final few weeks in the season. The result means that only three points separate Arsenal (70 points from 33 matches) and Man City (67 points from 32 matches.

From PBKS vs LSG to SRH vs DC here are five innings with most sixes in an IPL history. The latest to join the list was PBKS vs LSG with 21 sixes as Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly were in great form.