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The United States and Iran have agreed in principle to a deal for winding down the war by reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a senior US official told reporters on Sunday. Even as American and Iranian officials describe the terms differently, the official said Iran had also agreed to dispose of highly enriched uranium but added that a deal had not yet been signed.&nbsp;Neither the Iranian leadership nor its state media has publicly commented on the terms of a potential agreement or what is being discussed.&nbsp;&nbsp;The US official said a deal had not yet been signed and was still subject to final approval from President Donald Trump and Iran’s supreme leader, which could take some days.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-india-can-count-on-me-100-i-am-a-big-fan-of-pm-modi-says-trump-in-phone-call-at-delhi-event-1779642795192">‘India can count on me 100%. I am a big fan of PM Modi,‘ says Trump in phone call at Delhi event</a><h2>Mechanism for Iran’s disposal of its enriched uranium &nbsp;being negotiated</h2>&nbsp;The senior official said the mechanism by which Iran would dispose of its highly enriched uranium was still being negotiated. Trump has insisted that the US seize the material as part of his vow to curb Iran’s nuclear programme.&nbsp;News of a probable deal came after a lot of back and forth between the two sides and with Trump threatening to restart attacks on Iran.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-trump-agreed-final-agreement-with-iran-must-remove-nuclear-danger-says-netanyahu-1779638705604">‘Trump agreed final agreement with Iran must remove nuclear danger,’ says Netanyahu</a> On Saturday, the US president announced on social media that the two countries had “largely negotiated” a memorandum of understanding “pertaining to peace.”However, on Sunday, Trump said he had ordered his negotiators “not to rush into a deal.”&nbsp;<h2>‘US could end its blockade of Iranian ports’</h2>&nbsp;Trump said in his social media post on Sunday that if a deal gets approved, the US could end its blockade of Iranian ports, which it had used to pressure Tehran to reopen the strait.Over the last 24 hours, both the US and Iranian officials have been stressfully mentioning the concessions they hope to secure.Three Iranian officials said on Saturday that the agreement would specify that the nuclear issue would be negotiated within 30 to 60 days.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-says-hormuz-traffic-will-return-to-pre-war-levels-within-30-days-after-deal-1779633685669">Iran says Hormuz traffic will return to pre-war levels within 30 days after deal</a>&nbsp;US and Iranian officials have said that any agreement would be an initial framework that would lead to further negotiations.&nbsp;The conflict has killed thousands, rattled global energy markets and been broadly unpopular among the American public.&nbsp;<h2>‘Iran will never have nuclear weapons,’ Netanyahu, Trump agree</h2>&nbsp;The talk of a potential deal was received with concern in Israel. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that he and Trump remained united in their stance that Iran will never have nuclear weapons.&nbsp;Three senior Iranian officials told The New York Times that it would halt the fighting on all fronts, including Lebanon.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-s-president-pezeshkian-says-iran-ready-to-assure-world-it-s-not-seeking-nuclear-weapons-1779627310359">Iran’s president Pezeshkian says Iran ready to assure world it’s not seeking nuclear weapons</a>&nbsp;Senator Cory Booker, Democrat of New Jersey, said on CNN that President Trump was “being played as a fool” over the possible deal. Senator Roger Wicker, Republican of Mississippi, who is chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, called the emerging proposal “a disaster” and cast doubt on the notion that Iran would “ever engage in good faith.”

The senior US official said the mechanism by which Iran would dispose of its highly enriched uranium was still being negotiated. Trump has insisted that the US seize the material as part of his vow to curb Iran’s nuclear programme.

The United States and Iran have agreed in principle to a deal for winding down the war by reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a senior US official told reporters on Sunday. Even as American and Iranian officials describe the terms differently, the official said Iran had also agreed to dispose of highly enriched uranium but added that a deal had not yet been signed. Neither the Iranian leadership nor its state media has publicly commented on the terms of a potential agreement or what is being discussed. The US official said a deal had not yet been signed and was still subject to final approval from President Donald Trump and Iran’s supreme leader, which could take some days. Also Read: ‘India can count on me 100%. I am a big fan of PM Modi,‘ says Trump in phone call at Delhi event Mechanism for Iran’s disposal of its enriched uranium being negotiated The senior official said the mechanism by which Iran would dispose of its highly enriched uranium was still being negotiated. Trump has insisted that the US seize the material as part of his vow to curb Iran’s nuclear programme. News of a probable deal came after a lot of back and forth between the two sides and with Trump threatening to restart attacks on Iran. Also Read: ‘Trump agreed final agreement with Iran must remove nuclear danger,’ says Netanyahu On Saturday, the US president announced on social media that the two countries had “largely negotiated” a memorandum of understanding “pertaining to peace.” However, on Sunday, Trump said he had ordered his negotiators “not to rush into a deal.” ‘US could end its blockade of Iranian ports’ Trump said in his social media post on Sunday that if a deal gets approved, the US could end its blockade of Iranian ports, which it had used to pressure Tehran to reopen the strait. Over the last 24 hours, both the US and Iranian officials have been stressfully mentioning the concessions they hope to secure. Three Iranian officials said on Saturday that the agreement would specify that the nuclear issue would be negotiated within 30 to 60 days. Also Read: Iran says Hormuz traffic will return to pre-war levels within 30 days after deal US and Iranian officials have said that any agreement would be an initial framework that would lead to further negotiations. The conflict has killed thousands, rattled global energy markets and been broadly unpopular among the American public. ‘Iran will never have nuclear weapons,’ Netanyahu, Trump agree The talk of a potential deal was received with concern in Israel. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that he and Trump remained united in their stance that Iran will never have nuclear weapons. Three senior Iranian officials told The New York Times that it would halt the fighting on all fronts, including Lebanon. Also Read: Iran’s president Pezeshkian says Iran ready to assure world it’s not seeking nuclear weapons Senator Cory Booker, Democrat of New Jersey, said on CNN that President Trump was “being played as a fool” over the possible deal. Senator Roger Wicker, Republican of Mississippi, who is chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, called the emerging proposal “a disaster” and cast doubt on the notion that Iran would “ever engage in good faith.”

The senior US official said the mechanism by which Iran would dispose of its highly enriched uranium was still being negotiated. Trump has insisted that the US seize the material as part of his vow to curb Iran’s nuclear programme.

US and Iran agree in principle to reopen Strait of Hormuz, says senior official

The US State Department deleted a social media post featuring a question from WION over racist comments targeting Indians and Indian-Americans in the United States, hours after the exchange sparked widespread reactions online during Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit to India.&nbsp;The deleted post on X had highlighted Rubio’s response to a question asked by WION correspondent Sidhant Sibal on racism against Indians during a joint press conference in New Delhi with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.&nbsp;The State Department post before deletion read: “REPORTER: There’s been a lot of racism coming from the US against Indians. What’s your response?&nbsp;SECRETARY RUBIO: I’m sure there are people who have made dumb comments because every country has stupid people. I’m sure there are stupid people here. I don’t know what else to tell you other than that the US is a very welcoming country. Our nation has been enriched by people who come to our country and become Americans, have assimilated into our way of life, and have contributed greatly.”&nbsp;Rubio made the remarks while addressing concerns over racist comments and online attacks targeting Indians and Indian-Americans in the US. The issue was raised during his four-day India visit, which is focused on strengthening bilateral ties between Washington and New Delhi.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-india-can-count-on-me-100-i-am-a-big-fan-of-pm-modi-says-trump-in-phone-call-at-delhi-event-1779642795192">‘India can count on me 100%. I am a big fan of PM Modi,‘ says Trump in phone call at Delhi event</a>&nbsp;Responding to the question, Rubio initially appeared cautious and said, “I don't know how to address that, but I'll take that very seriously... I'm sure there are people who have made comments online and other places because every country in the world has stupid people.”&nbsp;He added that “there are stupid people here, there are stupid people in the United States” who “make dumb comments all the time”.&nbsp;The US Secretary of State also stressed that the United States remains open to immigrants from around the world.&nbsp;“The United States is a very welcoming country. Our nation has been enriched by people who come to our country from all over the world, have become Americans, have assimilated into our way of life and have contributed greatly,” Rubio said.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is on a four-day visit to India, said that every country has people who make “dumb comments” and “stupid people,” adding that such individuals exist in the United States as well and stressing that the US remains a very welcoming country.

The US State Department deleted a social media post featuring a question from WION over racist comments targeting Indians and Indian-Americans in the United States, hours after the exchange sparked widespread reactions online during Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit to India. The deleted post on X had highlighted Rubio’s response to a question asked by WION correspondent Sidhant Sibal on racism against Indians during a joint press conference in New Delhi with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. The State Department post before deletion read: “REPORTER: There’s been a lot of racism coming from the US against Indians. What’s your response? SECRETARY RUBIO: I’m sure there are people who have made dumb comments because every country has stupid people. I’m sure there are stupid people here. I don’t know what else to tell you other than that the US is a very welcoming country. Our nation has been enriched by people who come to our country and become Americans, have assimilated into our way of life, and have contributed greatly.” Rubio made the remarks while addressing concerns over racist comments and online attacks targeting Indians and Indian-Americans in the US. The issue was raised during his four-day India visit, which is focused on strengthening bilateral ties between Washington and New Delhi. Also Read: ‘India can count on me 100%. I am a big fan of PM Modi,‘ says Trump in phone call at Delhi event Responding to the question, Rubio initially appeared cautious and said, “I don't know how to address that, but I'll take that very seriously... I'm sure there are people who have made comments online and other places because every country in the world has stupid people.” He added that “there are stupid people here, there are stupid people in the United States” who “make dumb comments all the time”. The US Secretary of State also stressed that the United States remains open to immigrants from around the world. “The United States is a very welcoming country. Our nation has been enriched by people who come to our country from all over the world, have become Americans, have assimilated into our way of life and have contributed greatly,” Rubio said.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is on a four-day visit to India, said that every country has people who make “dumb comments” and “stupid people,” adding that such individuals exist in the United States as well and stressing that the US remains a very welcoming country.

US State Dept deletes X post featuring WION question to Rubio on racism against Indians

US President Donald Trump made a surprise audio call during the US Embassy’s 250th Independence Day celebrations in New Delhi and, expressing his admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, called him ‘great’ and added, “I am a big, big fan of Prime Minister Modi.”“I just want to say hello to everybody. I love the prime minister. Modi is great. He’s my friend,” the US President said.&nbsp;Trump further praised India, saying, “We’ve never been closer to India, and India can count on me 100% and our country. If they ever need help, they know who they call. They call right here. We’re doing well. We’re setting records. We have a record economy, a record stock market, and anything India wants again. And I’m a big, big fan of Prime Minister Modi.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-trump-agreed-final-agreement-with-iran-must-remove-nuclear-danger-says-netanyahu-1779638705604">‘Trump agreed final agreement with Iran must remove nuclear danger,’ says Netanyahu</a>&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">&quot;I love the Prime Minister. Modi is great… I’m a big fan of PM Modi,&quot; says US President Donald Trump during a phone call facilitated by US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor at the 250th Independence Day celebration in Delhi <a href="https://t.co/rqfNoL7eOq">pic.twitter.com/rqfNoL7eOq</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/2058579167021854980?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 24, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Speaking to US Ambassador Sergi Gor, Trump said, “... You have to be a representative of our country, Sergio. But I just want to say hello to everybody. I love the Prime Minister. Modi is great. He’s my friend.“We have never been closer to India. And India can count on me 100 per cent and our country,” Trump said as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stood in front of a giant screen installed at the event.&nbsp;“I know you’re going to represent us well. Everybody, enjoy your evening. And it’s an honour to talk and say hello to Prime Minister Modi. And let him know I’m a big fan.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-says-hormuz-traffic-will-return-to-pre-war-levels-within-30-days-after-deal-1779633685669">Iran says Hormuz traffic will return to pre-war levels within 30 days after deal</a><h2>India-US partnership continues to deepen under Trump and Modi: Gor</h2>&nbsp;Speaking at the event, the US envoy said the India-US partnership continues to deepen under the leadership of Trump and PM Modi.“This open path diplomacy is driven by the personal bond between President Trump and Prime Minister Modi. I hear about it every time the President and I speak. One of the first questions the President will ask is, ‘How is my friend the Prime Minister doing?’ And that is something that is important to convey. Because this relationship is not new. It’s not a year old,” Gor said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-s-president-pezeshkian-says-iran-ready-to-assure-world-it-s-not-seeking-nuclear-weapons-1779627310359">Iran’s president Pezeshkian says Iran ready to assure world it’s not seeking nuclear weapons</a>&nbsp;He added that the two nations were working closely on expanding economic and strategic cooperation. “As you know, we have a direct line to everybody in administration, but especially to our President that is the partnership that opens markets, drives innovation and creates high-quality jobs for both Americans and Indians. America first does not mean America alone, and every week we identify opportunities that are win, win situations for both of our nations,” Gor added.&nbsp;<h2>US envoy hints at interim trade deal soon</h2>&nbsp;Praising both leaders, the ambassador further stated, “President Trump and Prime Minister Modi are leaders who have championed a new vision for the partnership between our two nations.”Gor also hinted that an interim trade deal between the two nations may be signed soon. “This bond is the foundation of a new era. One where we’re actively delivering on the promise of our cooperation and building a future of tangible achievements. Since I arrived in New Delhi just five months ago, we have announced an interim trade deal that hopefully, in the next few weeks will get signed,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-talks-will-collapse-if-the-us-doesn-t-show-flexibility-iran-s-media-1779559398097">‘Talks will collapse if the US doesn't show flexibility’: Iran’s media</a>&nbsp;Gor described the India-US partnership as the foundation of “a new era” and highlighted recent developments in bilateral cooperation. “This bond is the foundation of a new era. We are actively delivering on the promise of our cooperation and building a future of tangible achievements,” Gor said.&nbsp;“Tonight is not only about celebrating history. It is about looking ahead to a new era of shared success driven by the extraordinary momentum in the US-India partnership.”

US Ambassador Sergi Gor said the India-US partnership continues to deepen under the leadership of President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He added that the two nations were working closely on expanding economic and strategic cooperation.

US President Donald Trump made a surprise audio call during the US Embassy’s 250th Independence Day celebrations in New Delhi and, expressing his admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, called him ‘great’ and added, “I am a big, big fan of Prime Minister Modi.” “I just want to say hello to everybody. I love the prime minister. Modi is great. He’s my friend,” the US President said. Trump further praised India, saying, “We’ve never been closer to India, and India can count on me 100% and our country. If they ever need help, they know who they call. They call right here. We’re doing well. We’re setting records. We have a record economy, a record stock market, and anything India wants again. And I’m a big, big fan of Prime Minister Modi.” Also Read: ‘Trump agreed final agreement with Iran must remove nuclear danger,’ says Netanyahu

US Ambassador Sergi Gor said the India-US partnership continues to deepen under the leadership of President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He added that the two nations were working closely on expanding economic and strategic cooperation.

‘India can count on me 100%. I am a big fan of PM Modi,‘ says Trump in phone call at Delhi event

Tech billionaire and entrepreneur Elon Musk on Sunday (May 24) praised his brain-chip company Neuralink, calling its work “Jesus-level technologies” for “Enabling people to control a computer with their mind and the completely blind to see.”&nbsp;In a post on X, Musk said, “Neuralink is a much bigger breakthrough than most people realise.”&nbsp;The SpaceX CEO was responding to a social media post describing Starship as one of the last major engineering achievements created entirely by humans before artificial intelligence transforms innovation and design.&nbsp;“Starship may end up being the last truly gigantic engineering marvel built entirely by human hands and 20-watt biological meat computers before AI fundamentally transforms how civilisation designs and builds everything,” an X user named @XFreeze wrote.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Neuralink is a much bigger breakthrough than most people realize. Enabling people to control a computer with their mind and the completely blind to see are Jesus-level miracles.&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/2058362581769711961?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 24, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Musk’s remarks came days after he spoke at the Samson International Smart Mobility Summit in Tel Aviv, where he highlighted Neuralink’s progress in developing brain-computer interface (BCI) technology. The company aims to directly connect the human brain with digital devices.&nbsp;According to Musk, Neuralink has already helped patients who lost brain-body communication regain the ability to interact using computers. He suggested that restoring mobility and vision could soon become possible through the technology.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-don-t-rush-into-deal-trump-says-iran-blockade-to-remain-until-agreement-is-signed-1779633417703">‘Don’t rush into deal’: Trump says Iran blockade to remain until agreement is signed</a>&nbsp;The company has reportedly implanted its Telepathy BCI device in more than 20 patients suffering from paralysis. These patients can now operate computers, phones and even robotic systems using only their thoughts. Neuralink has also been conducting trials on implants designed to restore speech.&nbsp;Musk said Neuralink’s Blindsight implant could eventually help restore vision and may even offer “perhaps superhuman vision” in the future. He has previously spoken about the possibility of Neuralink giving humans “superpowers” as the technology develops further.“Restoring control of people who are tetraplegics and restoring sight, I think, are pretty big deals,” Musk said at the summit. “They’re sort of what I might call Jesus-level technologies.”&nbsp;According to startup data platform Tracxn, Neuralink has raised around $1.29 billion and is currently valued at nearly $9 billion. Musk has said the company plans to begin “high-volume production” of its brain-chip devices in 2026.

Musk said Neuralink’s technology has already enabled paralysed patients to communicate and operate computers through brain signals, adding that the company is now working towards restoring movement and eyesight through its implants.

Tech billionaire and entrepreneur Elon Musk on Sunday (May 24) praised his brain-chip company Neuralink, calling its work “Jesus-level technologies” for “Enabling people to control a computer with their mind and the completely blind to see.” In a post on X, Musk said, “Neuralink is a much bigger breakthrough than most people realise.” The SpaceX CEO was responding to a social media post describing Starship as one of the last major engineering achievements created entirely by humans before artificial intelligence transforms innovation and design. “Starship may end up being the last truly gigantic engineering marvel built entirely by human hands and 20-watt biological meat computers before AI fundamentally transforms how civilisation designs and builds everything,” an X user named @XFreeze wrote.

Musk said Neuralink’s technology has already enabled paralysed patients to communicate and operate computers through brain signals, adding that the company is now working towards restoring movement and eyesight through its implants.

Elon Musk’s ‘Jesus-level miracles’ remark on Neuralink sparks row

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a social media post on Sunday that he spoke with US President Donald Trump the previous night to discuss the latest developments in the ongoing negotiations with Iran, and both agreed that any deal with Iran “must eliminate the nuclear danger”.“I spoke last night with President Donald Trump about the memorandum of understanding to reopen the Straits of Hormuz and the upcoming negotiations toward a final agreement on Iran’s nuclear programme,” the Israeli PM said.&nbsp;“President Trump and I agreed that any final agreement with Iran must eliminate the nuclear danger. That means dismantling Iran’s nuclear enrichment sites and removing its enriched nuclear material from its territory,” Netanyahu wrote.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-says-hormuz-traffic-will-return-to-pre-war-levels-within-30-days-after-deal-1779633685669">Iran says Hormuz traffic will return to pre-war levels within 30 days after deal</a>&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">I spoke last night with President <a href="https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@realDonaldTrump</a> about the memorandum of understanding to reopen the Straits of Hormuz and the upcoming negotiations toward a final agreement on Iran’s nuclear program. I expressed my deep appreciation to President Trump for his unwavering…&mdash; Benjamin Netanyahu - בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) <a href="https://twitter.com/netanyahu/status/2058561344564089252?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 24, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;“My policy, like President Trump’s, remains unchanged: Iran will not have nuclear weapons,” he added.“President Trump also reaffirmed Israel’s right to defend itself against threats on every front, including Lebanon,” Netanyahu added.&nbsp;Netanyahu also shared an AI-generated image of him and US President Donald Trump on X earlier, declaring that “Iran will never have a nuclear weapon.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🇮🇱🇺🇸 <a href="https://t.co/FQcgGjmaHE">pic.twitter.com/FQcgGjmaHE</a>&mdash; Benjamin Netanyahu - בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) <a href="https://twitter.com/netanyahu/status/2058546285834080466?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 24, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Netanyahu further said that he expressed his deep appreciation to President Trump for his unwavering commitment to Israel’s security, including during Operation Roaring Lion and Epic Fury, when American and Israeli forces fought shoulder to shoulder against the Iranian threat. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-s-president-pezeshkian-says-iran-ready-to-assure-world-it-s-not-seeking-nuclear-weapons-1779627310359">Iran’s president Pezeshkian says Iran ready to assure world it’s not seeking nuclear weapons</a> “The partnership between us and our two countries has been proven on the battlefield and has never been stronger. My policy, like President Trump’s, remains unchanged: Iran will not have nuclear weapons.,” he said concluding the post. Iran’s nuclear programme remains a key consideration in any potential agreement between Tehran and Washington. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-talks-will-collapse-if-the-us-doesn-t-show-flexibility-iran-s-media-1779559398097">‘Talks will collapse if the US doesn't show flexibility’: Iran’s media</a> President Trump said in his latest post on Truth Social that Iran must understand it cannot develop or procure a nuclear weapon or bomb. Iran keeps stating repeatedly that its nuclear programme is for civilian purposes only, but has highly enriched uranium which is not needed elsewhere. Hence, many countries as well as the UN nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), are not convinced by its claims.

PM Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his deep appreciation to President Donald Trump for his unwavering commitment to Israel’s security, including during Operation Roaring Lion and Epic Fury, when American and Israeli forces fought shoulder to shoulder against the Iranian threat.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a social media post on Sunday that he spoke with US President Donald Trump the previous night to discuss the latest developments in the ongoing negotiations with Iran, and both agreed that any deal with Iran “must eliminate the nuclear danger”. “I spoke last night with President Donald Trump about the memorandum of understanding to reopen the Straits of Hormuz and the upcoming negotiations toward a final agreement on Iran’s nuclear programme,” the Israeli PM said. “President Trump and I agreed that any final agreement with Iran must eliminate the nuclear danger. That means dismantling Iran’s nuclear enrichment sites and removing its enriched nuclear material from its territory,” Netanyahu wrote. Also Read: Iran says Hormuz traffic will return to pre-war levels within 30 days after deal

PM Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his deep appreciation to President Donald Trump for his unwavering commitment to Israel’s security, including during Operation Roaring Lion and Epic Fury, when American and Israeli forces fought shoulder to shoulder against the Iranian threat.

‘Trump agreed final agreement with Iran must remove nuclear danger,’ says Netanyahu

Amid conflicting claims about the terms of a probable agreement for extending ceasefire and deciding the framework for negotiations to achieve a lasting peace, Iran's semi-official Tasnim news agency reported that a draft understanding under discussion between Washington and Tehran proposes that shipping through the Strait of Hormuz would return to pre-war levels within 30 days.&nbsp;The US has been insisting on free navigation in the vital waterway, like earlier.&nbsp;The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz would ease one of the biggest global energy disruptions in recent years after energy prices soared, pushing up inflation levels across the globe.&nbsp;Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency reported that the naval blockade around the strait would also be fully lifted during the 30-day period, while part of Iran’s frozen overseas funds would also be released.The likely breakthrough comes nearly three months after war started between Iran, the US and Israel, leading to severe disruptions in maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-s-president-pezeshkian-says-iran-ready-to-assure-world-it-s-not-seeking-nuclear-weapons-1779627310359">Iran’s president Pezeshkian says Iran ready to assure world it’s not seeking nuclear weapons</a>&nbsp;Around 125 to 140 ships crossed the strait daily before the war. The vessel movement dropped sharply after Iran tightened control over the waterway and, subsequently, the US imposed a naval blockade on shipping linked to Iranian ports.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Managing the Strait of Hormuz is Tehran’s ‘legal right’: Adviser&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;&nbsp;Mohsen Rezaei, the military adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has said that managing the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz is Tehran’s “legal right,” and such control would help secure the country’s national interests and end decades of instability in the Gulf.&nbsp;The adviser said Iran’s management of the Strait of Hormuz would “ensure national security” and mark “the end of 50 years of insecurity in the Gulf.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-iran-getting-a-lot-closer-to-deal-with-us-tehran-also-shares-optimism-1779569215142">Trump says Iran ‘getting a lot closer’ to deal with US; Tehran also shares optimism</a><h2>‘Significant progress made,’ says Rubio</h2>&nbsp;US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is on a visit to India, has said that negotiations may be nearing a turning point. Addressing a press conference with Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Rubio said there had been notable movement in the talks, though he stressed that no final agreement had yet been reached.&nbsp;In a post on Truth Social, President Donald Trump also said that Washington and Tehran had “largely negotiated” the framework of a peace arrangement that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz.“Final aspects and details of the Deal are currently being discussed, and will be announced shortly,” Trump wrote.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-talks-will-collapse-if-the-us-doesn-t-show-flexibility-iran-s-media-1779559398097">‘Talks will collapse if the US doesn't show flexibility’: Iran’s media</a><h2>Difficult issues remain unresolved: Iran</h2>&nbsp;However, Iran has indicated that difficult issues remain unresolved. Tasnim reported that Tehran has not yet accepted any commitments related to curbing its nuclear activities. The report added that the draft agreement creates a 60-day period for future talks on nuclear matters, separate from the 30-day timeline related to maritime navigation in Hormuz.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-s-top-negotiator-ghalibaf-warns-us-of-crushing-bitter-consequences-if-it-foolishly-restarts-war-1779538273012">Iran’s top negotiator Ghalibaf warns US of ‘crushing and bitter’ response if it ‘foolishly’ restarts war</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian tried to reassure the international community that Iran is not seeking nuclear weapons. Pezeshkian also warned that Tehran’s negotiating team would not compromise on core national interests.&nbsp;Brent crude prices have surged more than 40 per cent since the conflict erupted earlier this year, raising fuel and food costs across many countries.

An adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, said that managing the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz is Tehran’s “legal right” and such control would ensure national security and mark the end of 50 years of insecurity in the Gulf.

Amid conflicting claims about the terms of a probable agreement for extending ceasefire and deciding the framework for negotiations to achieve a lasting peace, Iran's semi-official Tasnim news agency reported that a draft understanding under discussion between Washington and Tehran proposes that shipping through the Strait of Hormuz would return to pre-war levels within 30 days. The US has been insisting on free navigation in the vital waterway, like earlier. The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz would ease one of the biggest global energy disruptions in recent years after energy prices soared, pushing up inflation levels across the globe. Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency reported that the naval blockade around the strait would also be fully lifted during the 30-day period, while part of Iran’s frozen overseas funds would also be released. The likely breakthrough comes nearly three months after war started between Iran, the US and Israel, leading to severe disruptions in maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Also Read: Iran’s president Pezeshkian says Iran ready to assure world it’s not seeking nuclear weapons Around 125 to 140 ships crossed the strait daily before the war. The vessel movement dropped sharply after Iran tightened control over the waterway and, subsequently, the US imposed a naval blockade on shipping linked to Iranian ports. Managing the Strait of Hormuz is Tehran’s ‘legal right’: Adviser Mohsen Rezaei, the military adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has said that managing the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz is Tehran’s “legal right,” and such control would help secure the country’s national interests and end decades of instability in the Gulf. The adviser said Iran’s management of the Strait of Hormuz would “ensure national security” and mark “the end of 50 years of insecurity in the Gulf.” Also Read: Trump says Iran ‘getting a lot closer’ to deal with US; Tehran also shares optimism ‘Significant progress made,’ says Rubio US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is on a visit to India, has said that negotiations may be nearing a turning point. Addressing a press conference with Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Rubio said there had been notable movement in the talks, though he stressed that no final agreement had yet been reached. In a post on Truth Social, President Donald Trump also said that Washington and Tehran had “largely negotiated” the framework of a peace arrangement that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz. “Final aspects and details of the Deal are currently being discussed, and will be announced shortly,” Trump wrote. Also Read: ‘Talks will collapse if the US doesn't show flexibility’: Iran’s media Difficult issues remain unresolved: Iran However, Iran has indicated that difficult issues remain unresolved. Tasnim reported that Tehran has not yet accepted any commitments related to curbing its nuclear activities. The report added that the draft agreement creates a 60-day period for future talks on nuclear matters, separate from the 30-day timeline related to maritime navigation in Hormuz. Also Read: Iran’s top negotiator Ghalibaf warns US of ‘crushing and bitter’ response if it ‘foolishly’ restarts war Meanwhile, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian tried to reassure the international community that Iran is not seeking nuclear weapons. Pezeshkian also warned that Tehran’s negotiating team would not compromise on core national interests. Brent crude prices have surged more than 40 per cent since the conflict erupted earlier this year, raising fuel and food costs across many countries.

An adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, said that managing the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz is Tehran’s “legal right” and such control would ensure national security and mark the end of 50 years of insecurity in the Gulf.

Iran says Hormuz traffic will return to pre-war levels within 30 days after deal

Amid strong hopes of an agreement between the United States and Iran, President Donald Trump on Sunday (May 24) said that “The negotiations are proceeding in an orderly and constructive manner” and that he informed US representatives “not to rush into a deal, as time is on our side”.&nbsp;The US president, in a Truth Social post, also added that “The Blockade will remain in full force and effect until an agreement is reached, certified, and signed. Both sides must take their time and get it right. There can be no mistakes!”&nbsp;He pointed out that Washington’s “relationship with Iran is becoming a much more professional and productive one,” adding that “they cannot develop or procure a Nuclear Weapon or Bomb”.&nbsp;“I would like to thank, thus far, all of the countries of the Middle East for their support and cooperation,” Trump said, and speculated that “it will be further enhanced and strengthened by their joining the Nations of the historic Abraham Accords and, who knows, perhaps the Islamic Republic of Iran would like to join, as well!”&nbsp;The American leader accused former president Barack Obama of making “one of the worst deals” that was “a direct path to Iran developing a Nuclear Weapon”.&nbsp;“One of the worst deals ever made by our Country was the Iran Nuclear Deal, put forth and signed into existence by Barack Hussein Obama and the rank amateurs of the Obama Administration. It was a direct path to Iran developing a Nuclear Weapon. Not so with the transaction currently being negotiated with Iran by the Trump Administration,” he wrote on social media.&nbsp;The development came hours after Donald Trump said on Truth Social that he had a “very good call” with Gulf leaders as well as Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir over discussions focused on Iran and “all things related to a Memorandum of Understanding pertaining to peace”.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-says-it-shot-down-israeli-drone-amid-signs-of-possible-us-iran-peace-deal-report-1779623758466">Iran says it shot down Israeli drone amid signs of possible US-Iran peace deal: Report</a>&nbsp;Trump also said he had spoken with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and claimed that an agreement had been “largely negotiated”, while the final details were still under discussion and could be announced shortly. He further stated that the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened as part of the proposed deal.&nbsp;Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is on a four-day visit to India, told reporters in New Delhi on Sunday that there was a possibility of “good news” regarding a peace agreement with Iran.&nbsp;“I do think perhaps there is the possibility that in the next few hours the world will get some good news,” he said when asked by reporters about a deal being reached between the US and Iran.

Trump highlighted that negotiations were proceeding in an orderly and constructive manner and that Washington’s “relationship with Iran is becoming a much more professional and productive one”.

Amid strong hopes of an agreement between the United States and Iran, President Donald Trump on Sunday (May 24) said that “The negotiations are proceeding in an orderly and constructive manner” and that he informed US representatives “not to rush into a deal, as time is on our side”. The US president, in a Truth Social post, also added that “The Blockade will remain in full force and effect until an agreement is reached, certified, and signed. Both sides must take their time and get it right. There can be no mistakes!” He pointed out that Washington’s “relationship with Iran is becoming a much more professional and productive one,” adding that “they cannot develop or procure a Nuclear Weapon or Bomb”. “I would like to thank, thus far, all of the countries of the Middle East for their support and cooperation,” Trump said, and speculated that “it will be further enhanced and strengthened by their joining the Nations of the historic Abraham Accords and, who knows, perhaps the Islamic Republic of Iran would like to join, as well!” The American leader accused former president Barack Obama of making “one of the worst deals” that was “a direct path to Iran developing a Nuclear Weapon”. “One of the worst deals ever made by our Country was the Iran Nuclear Deal, put forth and signed into existence by Barack Hussein Obama and the rank amateurs of the Obama Administration. It was a direct path to Iran developing a Nuclear Weapon. Not so with the transaction currently being negotiated with Iran by the Trump Administration,” he wrote on social media. The development came hours after Donald Trump said on Truth Social that he had a “very good call” with Gulf leaders as well as Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir over discussions focused on Iran and “all things related to a Memorandum of Understanding pertaining to peace”. Also Read: Iran says it shot down Israeli drone amid signs of possible US-Iran peace deal: Report Trump also said he had spoken with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and claimed that an agreement had been “largely negotiated”, while the final details were still under discussion and could be announced shortly. He further stated that the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened as part of the proposed deal. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is on a four-day visit to India, told reporters in New Delhi on Sunday that there was a possibility of “good news” regarding a peace agreement with Iran. “I do think perhaps there is the possibility that in the next few hours the world will get some good news,” he said when asked by reporters about a deal being reached between the US and Iran.

Trump highlighted that negotiations were proceeding in an orderly and constructive manner and that Washington’s “relationship with Iran is becoming a much more professional and productive one”.

‘Don’t rush into deal’: Trump says Iran blockade to remain until agreement is signed

Russia launched one of its biggest aerial assaults on Kyiv in the more than four-year-long war, killing at least four people and causing widespread damage, according to Ukrainian authorities. The attack reportedly included the use of Moscow’s nuclear-capable Oreshnik hypersonic missile.&nbsp;The large-scale strike came after Russian President Vladimir Putin warned of retaliation following Ukrainian attacks in Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine that reportedly killed 21 people at a vocational school.&nbsp;Ukraine’s air force said Russia fired around 600 drones and 90 missiles during the overnight assault. Officials claimed that Ukrainian air defences intercepted 549 drones and 55 missiles.&nbsp;The latest bombardment also highlighted Ukraine’s growing shortage of air defence missiles, especially US-made Patriot systems, as demand has increased following the recent US-Israeli military campaign against Iran.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-says-it-shot-down-israeli-drone-amid-signs-of-possible-us-iran-peace-deal-report-1779623758466">Iran says it shot down Israeli drone amid signs of possible US-Iran peace deal: Report</a>&nbsp;Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, on Telegram, called Russia "genuinely deranged". "Three Russian missiles against a water supply facility, a market burnt down, dozens of residential buildings damaged, several ordinary schools, and he launched his 'Oreshnik' against Bila Tserkva (southwest of Kyiv)," he said, referring to the Russian president.<h2>European leaders condemn Russian strikes</h2>EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas accused Russia of attempting to “terrorise Ukraine” through massive attacks on civilian areas and the reported use of the Oreshnik missile.“Russia hit a dead-end on the battlefield, so it terrorises Ukraine with deliberate strikes on city centres,” Kallas wrote on X.&nbsp;“Moscow reportedly using Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missiles, systems designed to carry nuclear warheads, is a political scare-tactic and reckless nuclear brinkmanship,” she added.&nbsp;French President Emmanuel Macron also condemned the strikes, accusing Russia of targeting civilians during the latest wave of attacks.&nbsp;“Russian strikes against civilian targets in Ukraine continue... France condemns this attack and the use of the Oreshnik ballistic missile,” Macron wrote on X, adding that the strikes reflected “the dead end of Russia's war of aggression”.

Russia’s military said it had used the Oreshnik missile against Ukraine for the third time since the war began, claiming the strike was carried out in retaliation for what it described as “terrorist attacks” by Kyiv on civilian infrastructure inside Russian territory.

Russia launched one of its biggest aerial assaults on Kyiv in the more than four-year-long war, killing at least four people and causing widespread damage, according to Ukrainian authorities. The attack reportedly included the use of Moscow’s nuclear-capable Oreshnik hypersonic missile. The large-scale strike came after Russian President Vladimir Putin warned of retaliation following Ukrainian attacks in Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine that reportedly killed 21 people at a vocational school. Ukraine’s air force said Russia fired around 600 drones and 90 missiles during the overnight assault. Officials claimed that Ukrainian air defences intercepted 549 drones and 55 missiles. The latest bombardment also highlighted Ukraine’s growing shortage of air defence missiles, especially US-made Patriot systems, as demand has increased following the recent US-Israeli military campaign against Iran. Also Read: Iran says it shot down Israeli drone amid signs of possible US-Iran peace deal: Report Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, on Telegram, called Russia "genuinely deranged". "Three Russian missiles against a water supply facility, a market burnt down, dozens of residential buildings damaged, several ordinary schools, and he launched his 'Oreshnik' against Bila Tserkva (southwest of Kyiv)," he said, referring to the Russian president. European leaders condemn Russian strikes EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas accused Russia of attempting to “terrorise Ukraine” through massive attacks on civilian areas and the reported use of the Oreshnik missile. “Russia hit a dead-end on the battlefield, so it terrorises Ukraine with deliberate strikes on city centres,” Kallas wrote on X. “Moscow reportedly using Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missiles, systems designed to carry nuclear warheads, is a political scare-tactic and reckless nuclear brinkmanship,” she added. French President Emmanuel Macron also condemned the strikes, accusing Russia of targeting civilians during the latest wave of attacks. “Russian strikes against civilian targets in Ukraine continue... France condemns this attack and the use of the Oreshnik ballistic missile,” Macron wrote on X, adding that the strikes reflected “the dead end of Russia's war of aggression”.

Russia’s military said it had used the Oreshnik missile against Ukraine for the third time since the war began, claiming the strike was carried out in retaliation for what it described as “terrorist attacks” by Kyiv on civilian infrastructure inside Russian territory.

EU labels Russia’s Oreshnik use a ‘scare tactic’, Macron condemns Kyiv strikes

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Sunday that Tehran is ready to assure the world that it is not seeking nuclear weapons and added that Iran does not aim to create unrest in the region and will not compromise on its ‘honour’ in striking a deal for peace with the United States. Pezeshkian further said that no decision will be made in Iran outside the framework of the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) and without the permission of the Supreme Leader as the framework for a US-Iran deal is emerging.&nbsp;“We are ready to assure the world that we are not seeking nuclear weapons. We are not seeking instability in the region,” Pezeshkian said in comments released Sunday on Iranian state TV.&nbsp;“We are not seeking unrest in the region,” Pezeshkian told IRNA and alleged that “the one seeking to destabilise the region” is Israel.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-iran-getting-a-lot-closer-to-deal-with-us-tehran-also-shares-optimism-1779569215142">Trump says Iran ‘getting a lot closer’ to deal with US; Tehran also shares optimism</a>&nbsp;Iran, which avows to destroy Israel, has a stockpile of more than 400 kg of uranium that has been enriched to a level which is a short technical step short of weapons-grade. The UN atomic agency says Iran’s enriched uranium has no civilian use.&nbsp;&nbsp;Israeli officials, meanwhile, say that Iran’s uranium is sufficient for making 11 nuclear bombs if enriched further.Pezeshkian also said that Tehran’s negotiating team “will not compromise the country’s honour and pride in any way.” His comment comes at a time when a deal to end the war with the US seemingly moves closer.&nbsp;US President Donald Trump made calls to other allies in the region and said a deal on the conflict in the Middle East, including opening the Strait of Hormuz, has been “largely negotiated”.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-talks-will-collapse-if-the-us-doesn-t-show-flexibility-iran-s-media-1779559398097">‘Talks will collapse if the US doesn't show flexibility’: Iran’s media</a>&nbsp;Pezeshkian’s stress on giving an assurance to the world about not seeking nuclear weapons follows reports in some American media outlets that Iran has accepted commitments like reducing nuclear stockpiles, removing equipment, or shutting down certain facilities in a potential agreement with Washington.&nbsp;Sources from the negotiating process emphasised that no clause about Iran’s nuclear commitments has been included in the draft of the potential agreement and that all matters related to the nuclear programme have been deferred to the 60-day negotiations following the signing of the agreement.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-s-top-negotiator-ghalibaf-warns-us-of-crushing-bitter-consequences-if-it-foolishly-restarts-war-1779538273012">Iran’s top negotiator Ghalibaf warns US of ‘crushing and bitter’ response if it ‘foolishly’ restarts war</a><h2>‘Iran world’s leading sponsor of terrorism,’ says Rubio</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has accused Iran of sponsoring ‘terrorism’ across the world.“No nation on earth sponsors more terrorism than Iran,” Rubio said at a news conference in New Delhi and alleged that Iran invests in sponsoring Hezbollah and Hamas.“The world’s leading sponsor of terrorism is Iran. Look at what they are doing now. They are holding hostage civilian vessels. … They’ve laid mines in an international waterway,” he said.&nbsp;

Iranian sources privy to the negotiation process said that no clause about Iran’s nuclear commitments has been included in the draft of a potential agreement and that all matters related to the nuclear programme have been deferred to the 60-day negotiations after the signing of the agreement.

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Sunday that Tehran is ready to assure the world that it is not seeking nuclear weapons and added that Iran does not aim to create unrest in the region and will not compromise on its ‘honour’ in striking a deal for peace with the United States. Pezeshkian further said that no decision will be made in Iran outside the framework of the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) and without the permission of the Supreme Leader as the framework for a US-Iran deal is emerging. “We are ready to assure the world that we are not seeking nuclear weapons. We are not seeking instability in the region,” Pezeshkian said in comments released Sunday on Iranian state TV. “We are not seeking unrest in the region,” Pezeshkian told IRNA and alleged that “the one seeking to destabilise the region” is Israel. Also Read: Trump says Iran ‘getting a lot closer’ to deal with US; Tehran also shares optimism Iran, which avows to destroy Israel, has a stockpile of more than 400 kg of uranium that has been enriched to a level which is a short technical step short of weapons-grade. The UN atomic agency says Iran’s enriched uranium has no civilian use. Israeli officials, meanwhile, say that Iran’s uranium is sufficient for making 11 nuclear bombs if enriched further. Pezeshkian also said that Tehran’s negotiating team “will not compromise the country’s honour and pride in any way.” His comment comes at a time when a deal to end the war with the US seemingly moves closer. US President Donald Trump made calls to other allies in the region and said a deal on the conflict in the Middle East, including opening the Strait of Hormuz, has been “largely negotiated”. Also Read: ‘Talks will collapse if the US doesn't show flexibility’: Iran’s media Pezeshkian’s stress on giving an assurance to the world about not seeking nuclear weapons follows reports in some American media outlets that Iran has accepted commitments like reducing nuclear stockpiles, removing equipment, or shutting down certain facilities in a potential agreement with Washington. Sources from the negotiating process emphasised that no clause about Iran’s nuclear commitments has been included in the draft of the potential agreement and that all matters related to the nuclear programme have been deferred to the 60-day negotiations following the signing of the agreement. Also Read: Iran’s top negotiator Ghalibaf warns US of ‘crushing and bitter’ response if it ‘foolishly’ restarts war ‘Iran world’s leading sponsor of terrorism,’ says Rubio Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has accused Iran of sponsoring ‘terrorism’ across the world. “No nation on earth sponsors more terrorism than Iran,” Rubio said at a news conference in New Delhi and alleged that Iran invests in sponsoring Hezbollah and Hamas. “The world’s leading sponsor of terrorism is Iran. Look at what they are doing now. They are holding hostage civilian vessels. … They’ve laid mines in an international waterway,” he said.

Iranian sources privy to the negotiation process said that no clause about Iran’s nuclear commitments has been included in the draft of a potential agreement and that all matters related to the nuclear programme have been deferred to the 60-day negotiations after the signing of the agreement.

Iran’s president Pezeshkian says Iran ready to assure world it’s not seeking nuclear weapons

Iran has claimed that its military shot down an Israeli surveillance drone in Hormozgan province, Iran’s Mehr news agency reported, amid growing expectations that a memorandum of understanding linked to a possible Iran-US peace agreement could soon be announced.&nbsp;The report said the wreckage of the destroyed Orbiter drone, described as an Israeli-made unmanned aircraft, was recovered with the help of Iranian naval forces. However, the Israel Defence Forces said it was not aware of any such incident.&nbsp;The development came hours after US President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that he had a “very good call” with Gulf leaders as well as Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir. Trump said the discussions focused on Iran and “all things related to a Memorandum of Understanding pertaining to peace”.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bjp-s-debangshu-panda-leads-west-bengal-s-falta-repoll-by-over-1-lakh-votes-jahangir-khan-slips-to-fourth-1779621420220">BJP’s Debangshu Panda leads West Bengal’s Falta repoll by over 1 lakh votes, Jahangir Khan slips to fourth</a>&nbsp;Trump also said he had spoken with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and claimed that an agreement had been “largely negotiated”, while the final details were still under discussion and could be announced shortly. He further stated that the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened as part of the proposed deal.&nbsp;Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is on a four-day visit to India, told reporters in New Delhi on Sunday that there was a possibility of “good news” regarding a peace agreement with Iran.&nbsp;"I do think perhaps there is the possibility that in the next few hours the world will get some good news," he said when asked about a deal being reached between the US and Iran by reporters.&nbsp;(This is a developing story; further details awaited)&nbsp;

The development came hours after US President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that an agreement had been “largely negotiated”, while the final details were still being discussed and could be announced shortly.

Iran has claimed that its military shot down an Israeli surveillance drone in Hormozgan province, Iran’s Mehr news agency reported, amid growing expectations that a memorandum of understanding linked to a possible Iran-US peace agreement could soon be announced. The report said the wreckage of the destroyed Orbiter drone, described as an Israeli-made unmanned aircraft, was recovered with the help of Iranian naval forces. However, the Israel Defence Forces said it was not aware of any such incident. The development came hours after US President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that he had a “very good call” with Gulf leaders as well as Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir. Trump said the discussions focused on Iran and “all things related to a Memorandum of Understanding pertaining to peace”. Also Read: BJP’s Debangshu Panda leads West Bengal’s Falta repoll by over 1 lakh votes, Jahangir Khan slips to fourth Trump also said he had spoken with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and claimed that an agreement had been “largely negotiated”, while the final details were still under discussion and could be announced shortly. He further stated that the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened as part of the proposed deal. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is on a four-day visit to India, told reporters in New Delhi on Sunday that there was a possibility of “good news” regarding a peace agreement with Iran. "I do think perhaps there is the possibility that in the next few hours the world will get some good news," he said when asked about a deal being reached between the US and Iran by reporters. (This is a developing story; further details awaited)

The development came hours after US President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that an agreement had been “largely negotiated”, while the final details were still being discussed and could be announced shortly.

Iran says it shot down Israeli drone amid signs of possible US-Iran peace deal: Report

India on Sunday (May 24) outlined a five-point approach to major regional and global challenges during talks between External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, emphasising dialogue, uninterrupted maritime trade, adherence to international law and resilient economic partnerships. Addressing a joint press briefing after delegation-level talks at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, Jaishankar said India advocates diplomacy and lawful conduct while opposing the weaponisation of trade and resources amid growing geopolitical tensions.&nbsp;“One, that we advocate dialogue and diplomacy to address conflicts. Two, we support safe and unimpeded maritime commerce. Three, we demand scrupulous respect for international law. Fourth, we are against the weaponisation of market shares and resources. And five, we believe in the value of trusted partnerships and resilient supply chains to de-risk the global economy,” Jaishankar said. The External Affairs Minister said India and the United States have maintained continuous engagement since Rubio assumed office, with interactions taking place in Washington, New York and on the sidelines of international events, including their most recent meeting in France.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/marco-rubio-hints-at-good-news-for-the-world-in-few-hours-regarding-iran-at-press-meet-in-india-1779614941911">Marco Rubio hints at 'good news for the world in few hours' regarding Iran at press meet in India</a>&nbsp;“This is the Secretary’s first visit to India, but ever since he has assumed office, we have been in regular touch. This has included occasions in Washington, D.C., and New York, and also on the sidelines of other events, the most recent one being in France. We have had a continuous engagement which has facilitated our overseeing the broad-based and growing cooperation between our two nations,” Jaishankar said.&nbsp;Highlighting the political understanding between New Delhi and Washington, he said the India-US strategic partnership is rooted in converging national interests across several sectors. “In terms of the political understanding between India and the US, we have a strategic partnership which emanates from a convergence of national interests in many areas,” he stated.&nbsp;Jaishankar also said Rubio had called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, where discussions covered a range of regional and global developments. According to the minister, his own talks with Rubio included discussions on West Asia, the Indian subcontinent, East Asia and his recent visit to the Caribbean region.“Our talks today over lunch will focus on the latest developments in the Gulf. A few things have happened or seem to be happening overnight, and also on the Ukraine conflict. Indo-Pacific is also on the agenda for the Quad meeting, which we will be doing on May 26,” he said.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jaishankar-rubio-hold-delegation-level-talks-us-state-secretary-says-india-a-strategic-ally-1779604112022">Jaishankar-Rubio hold delegation level talks, US State Secretary says 'India a strategic ally'</a>&nbsp;On defence and strategic cooperation, Jaishankar referred to the recently renewed 10-year major defence partnership framework agreement between India and the United States, along with the signing of a comprehensive underwater domain awareness roadmap. “We discussed the importance of taking into account the ‘Make in India’ approach and lessons drawn from recent conflicts while going forward in the defence domain,” he added. Speaking on economic cooperation, the minister said both sides discussed the need for early finalisation of the proposed India-US interim trade agreement, which is expected to lay the groundwork for a broader bilateral trade pact.&nbsp;“On the economic front, we spoke about the value of concluding at an early date, the final text of the interim agreement regarding reciprocal and mutually beneficial trade. This will be an important step towards a comprehensive bilateral trade agreement, which was envisaged during Prime Minister Modi’s visit in February 2025,” he said. &nbsp;

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, outlining India’s five-point global priority plan focusing on diplomacy, maritime safety, international law, and resilient supply chains.

India on Sunday (May 24) outlined a five-point approach to major regional and global challenges during talks between External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, emphasising dialogue, uninterrupted maritime trade, adherence to international law and resilient economic partnerships. Addressing a joint press briefing after delegation-level talks at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, Jaishankar said India advocates diplomacy and lawful conduct while opposing the weaponisation of trade and resources amid growing geopolitical tensions. “One, that we advocate dialogue and diplomacy to address conflicts. Two, we support safe and unimpeded maritime commerce. Three, we demand scrupulous respect for international law. Fourth, we are against the weaponisation of market shares and resources. And five, we believe in the value of trusted partnerships and resilient supply chains to de-risk the global economy,” Jaishankar said. The External Affairs Minister said India and the United States have maintained continuous engagement since Rubio assumed office, with interactions taking place in Washington, New York and on the sidelines of international events, including their most recent meeting in France. Also read: Marco Rubio hints at 'good news for the world in few hours' regarding Iran at press meet in India “This is the Secretary’s first visit to India, but ever since he has assumed office, we have been in regular touch. This has included occasions in Washington, D.C., and New York, and also on the sidelines of other events, the most recent one being in France. We have had a continuous engagement which has facilitated our overseeing the broad-based and growing cooperation between our two nations,” Jaishankar said. Highlighting the political understanding between New Delhi and Washington, he said the India-US strategic partnership is rooted in converging national interests across several sectors. “In terms of the political understanding between India and the US, we have a strategic partnership which emanates from a convergence of national interests in many areas,” he stated. Jaishankar also said Rubio had called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, where discussions covered a range of regional and global developments. According to the minister, his own talks with Rubio included discussions on West Asia, the Indian subcontinent, East Asia and his recent visit to the Caribbean region. “Our talks today over lunch will focus on the latest developments in the Gulf. A few things have happened or seem to be happening overnight, and also on the Ukraine conflict. Indo-Pacific is also on the agenda for the Quad meeting, which we will be doing on May 26,” he said. Also read: Jaishankar-Rubio hold delegation level talks, US State Secretary says 'India a strategic ally' On defence and strategic cooperation, Jaishankar referred to the recently renewed 10-year major defence partnership framework agreement between India and the United States, along with the signing of a comprehensive underwater domain awareness roadmap. “We discussed the importance of taking into account the ‘Make in India’ approach and lessons drawn from recent conflicts while going forward in the defence domain,” he added. Speaking on economic cooperation, the minister said both sides discussed the need for early finalisation of the proposed India-US interim trade agreement, which is expected to lay the groundwork for a broader bilateral trade pact. “On the economic front, we spoke about the value of concluding at an early date, the final text of the interim agreement regarding reciprocal and mutually beneficial trade. This will be an important step towards a comprehensive bilateral trade agreement, which was envisaged during Prime Minister Modi’s visit in February 2025,” he said.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, outlining India’s five-point global priority plan focusing on diplomacy, maritime safety, international law, and resilient supply chains.

‘Against weaponisation of resources’: Jaishankar details India’s global priorities during Rubio meeting

Japan is preparing a major shift in how it tackles visa overstays and illegal foreign employment. The government will now use social media monitoring and artificial intelligence to identify suspicious job offers and fake residency documents circulating online.&nbsp;According to reports, the Immigration Services Agency plans to build a system that collects and analyses posts shared on social media. These posts often include illegal job advertisements and information linked to forged residence status. The move marks a change from earlier methods that mainly depended on physical investigations and police information.&nbsp;Under the new approach, Japan will actively use digital tools and AI-based systems to detect violations at an early stage. The full system is expected to begin operations next year. This step is part of a wider effort known as the Japan visa crackdown, aimed at tightening control over immigration rules.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="http://wionews.com/world/-there-are-stupid-people-in-the-united-states-from-racism-to-visa-issues-what-rubio-said-in-presser-with-jaishankar-1779610067520">'There are stupid people in the United States...': From racism to visa issues, what Rubio said in presser with Jaishankar</a><h2>Online Monitoring and Wider Enforcement</h2>Authorities will not only focus on foreign nationals working without permission. The plan also targets brokers, recruiters and employers who use social media to hire illegal workers. The government believes that stronger AI immigration monitoring tools in Japan will help trace these networks more effectively.&nbsp;Officials also plan to expand consultation centres in local regions, as cases related to residency and employment issues continue to rise. The government says illegal work can lead to tax evasion, poor working conditions and social tension.&nbsp;As part of the broader illegal foreign workers Japan policy, Japan had already set up a central control unit within the Cabinet Secretariat last year to coordinate responses. Recent data shows a decline in illegal residents, but thousands still remain in the country, prompting stricter enforcement measures going forward.&nbsp;According to Immigration Services Agency data, Japan had around 68,000 illegal stayers as of January, down around 6,000 from a year ago

Under the new approach, Japan will use digital tools and AI-based systems to detect violations at an early stage, with the full system expected to become operational next year.

Japan is preparing a major shift in how it tackles visa overstays and illegal foreign employment. The government will now use social media monitoring and artificial intelligence to identify suspicious job offers and fake residency documents circulating online. According to reports, the Immigration Services Agency plans to build a system that collects and analyses posts shared on social media. These posts often include illegal job advertisements and information linked to forged residence status. The move marks a change from earlier methods that mainly depended on physical investigations and police information. Under the new approach, Japan will actively use digital tools and AI-based systems to detect violations at an early stage. The full system is expected to begin operations next year. This step is part of a wider effort known as the Japan visa crackdown, aimed at tightening control over immigration rules. Also Read: 'There are stupid people in the United States...': From racism to visa issues, what Rubio said in presser with Jaishankar Online Monitoring and Wider Enforcement Authorities will not only focus on foreign nationals working without permission. The plan also targets brokers, recruiters and employers who use social media to hire illegal workers. The government believes that stronger AI immigration monitoring tools in Japan will help trace these networks more effectively. Officials also plan to expand consultation centres in local regions, as cases related to residency and employment issues continue to rise. The government says illegal work can lead to tax evasion, poor working conditions and social tension. As part of the broader illegal foreign workers Japan policy, Japan had already set up a central control unit within the Cabinet Secretariat last year to coordinate responses. Recent data shows a decline in illegal residents, but thousands still remain in the country, prompting stricter enforcement measures going forward. According to Immigration Services Agency data, Japan had around 68,000 illegal stayers as of January, down around 6,000 from a year ago

Under the new approach, Japan will use digital tools and AI-based systems to detect violations at an early stage, with the full system expected to become operational next year.

Japan to monitor social media to track visa overstayers and illegal workers

Iran on Sunday (May 24) rejected remarks by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio accusing Tehran of holding the global energy market “hostage”, saying Washington was attempting to “distort the realities of the region” while deflecting attention from its own policies and those of Israel. In a statement issued by the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in India, Tehran said the allegations against Iran were aimed at shifting focus from what it described as the “destabilising policies of the United States and the Zionist regime”.&nbsp;“The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in India rejects the recent remarks made by the United States Secretary of State regarding the Islamic Republic of Iran and emphasises that such allegations constitute a clear attempt to distort the realities of the region and to deflect attention from the destabilising policies of the United States and the Zionist regime,” the statement said.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Press Statement by the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in India in Response to the Remarks of the U.S. Secretary of State The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in India rejects the recent remarks made by the United States Secretary of State regarding the Islamic…&mdash; Iran in India (@Iran_in_India) <a href="https://twitter.com/Iran_in_India/status/2058424259203199309?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 24, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/marco-rubio-hints-at-good-news-for-the-world-in-few-hours-regarding-iran-at-press-meet-in-india-1779614941911">Marco Rubio hints at 'good news for the world in few hours' regarding Iran at press meet in India</a>&nbsp;The Iranian embassy also defended the country’s role in global energy trade and blamed US sanctions for disruptions in oil markets. “As one of the world’s major exporters of oil and energy, the Islamic Republic of Iran has always been prepared to make its energy resources available to all countries, including the Republic of India,” the statement said.&nbsp;It added that “what has held the global energy market hostage over recent years has been the unlawful and unjust sanctions imposed by the United States on Iran’s oil exports”, describing the restrictions as measures designed to exert economic pressure on the Iranian people in violation of international law and the United Nations Charter. The response came after Rubio, during his visit to New Delhi, said the United States would not allow Iran to “hold the global energy market hostage”. His office also said US energy exports could help diversify India’s energy supplies as Washington seeks deeper energy cooperation with New Delhi.&nbsp;Rubio met Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to discuss trade expansion under the “Mission 500” framework, energy security and Indo-Pacific cooperation through the Quad grouping. According to Rubio’s office, cited by Reuters, Washington sees energy exports as a strategic tool to strengthen partnerships, particularly with India, one of the world’s largest crude importers.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-response-to-wion-rubio-dismisses-racist-remarks-on-indians-as-stupid-comments-video-1779613601094">In response to WION, Rubio dismisses racist remarks on Indians as 'stupid' comments - VIDEO</a>&nbsp;Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of an event at the US embassy, Rubio also said some progress had been made in negotiations involving Iran and suggested developments could emerge soon. “There’s been some progress done, some progress made, even as I speak to you. There’s some work being done. There is a chance that, whether it’s later today, tomorrow, or in a couple of days, we may have something to say,” he said. Rubio further stated that Iran must keep the Strait of Hormuz open for shipping and avoid imposing tolls on vessels passing through the key maritime route.&nbsp;

Iran rejected US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s claims of holding energy markets hostage, blaming unlawful US sanctions for oil disruptions while emphasising Tehran’s readiness to supply energy to India.

Iran on Sunday (May 24) rejected remarks by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio accusing Tehran of holding the global energy market “hostage”, saying Washington was attempting to “distort the realities of the region” while deflecting attention from its own policies and those of Israel. In a statement issued by the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in India, Tehran said the allegations against Iran were aimed at shifting focus from what it described as the “destabilising policies of the United States and the Zionist regime”. “The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in India rejects the recent remarks made by the United States Secretary of State regarding the Islamic Republic of Iran and emphasises that such allegations constitute a clear attempt to distort the realities of the region and to deflect attention from the destabilising policies of the United States and the Zionist regime,” the statement said.

Iran rejected US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s claims of holding energy markets hostage, blaming unlawful US sanctions for oil disruptions while emphasising Tehran’s readiness to supply energy to India.

‘US sanctions hold energy markets hostage’: Iran hits back at Rubio over oil remarks

After US President Donald Trump said an agreement with Iran has been "largely negotiated" and details will be announced soon, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is on a four-day India tour, while speaking to reporters in New Delhi said there is possibility of "good news" regarding the peace deal with Iran.&nbsp;"I do think perhaps there is the possibility that in the next few hours the world will get some good news," he said when asked about a deal being reached upon between US and Iran by reporters.He said great progress has been made in last 48 hours and the Strait of Hormuz blockade will be resolved soon.&nbsp;"Some progress has been made in the past 48 hours on an outline that could resolve the Strait of Hormuz situation," he said during a joint press conference with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in New Delhi.&nbsp;ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-far-from-reality-iran-media-pushes-back-after-trump-claims-strait-of-hormuz-will-reopen-under-new-deal-1779612021584">‘Far from reality’: Iran media pushes back after Trump claims Strait of Hormuz will reopen under new deal</a>&nbsp;However, he reiterated that the main goal for US remains to ensure that Iran never has a nuclear weapon.&nbsp;"Iran can never possess a nuclear weapon. The Strait of Hormuz is an international waterway, and what they are doing now is basically they are threatening to destroy commercial vessels using an international waterway that is illegal under any concept of international law," said Rubio.&nbsp;Earlier in the day, US President Donald Trump also spoke of an agreement "largely negotiated" with Iran that would include the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. He however, did not give much details on it.&nbsp;

Marco Rubio reiterated that despite the deal if reached, the main goal for US remains to ensure that Iran never has a nuclear weapon.

After US President Donald Trump said an agreement with Iran has been "largely negotiated" and details will be announced soon, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is on a four-day India tour, while speaking to reporters in New Delhi said there is possibility of "good news" regarding the peace deal with Iran. "I do think perhaps there is the possibility that in the next few hours the world will get some good news," he said when asked about a deal being reached upon between US and Iran by reporters. He said great progress has been made in last 48 hours and the Strait of Hormuz blockade will be resolved soon. "Some progress has been made in the past 48 hours on an outline that could resolve the Strait of Hormuz situation," he said during a joint press conference with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in New Delhi. ALSO READ: ‘Far from reality’: Iran media pushes back after Trump claims Strait of Hormuz will reopen under new deal However, he reiterated that the main goal for US remains to ensure that Iran never has a nuclear weapon. "Iran can never possess a nuclear weapon. The Strait of Hormuz is an international waterway, and what they are doing now is basically they are threatening to destroy commercial vessels using an international waterway that is illegal under any concept of international law," said Rubio. Earlier in the day, US President Donald Trump also spoke of an agreement "largely negotiated" with Iran that would include the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. He however, did not give much details on it.

Marco Rubio reiterated that despite the deal if reached, the main goal for US remains to ensure that Iran never has a nuclear weapon.

Marco Rubio hints at 'good news for the world in few hours' regarding Iran at press meet in India

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday (May 24) addressed a presser alongside India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and answered range of questions from India-US ties, global challenges and racism against Indians in the US. Emphasizing the growing depth of the US-India relationship during a joint press conference, Rubio highlighted that New Delhi is one of Washington's most important strategic partners globally. Rubio also said India and the United States shared a strong counterterrorism partnership because both countries had suffered from global terrorist networks, directly and indirectly. He added that this had created strong strategic alignment between Washington and New Delhi on security issues.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/rubio-in-india-rubio-calls-on-pm-modi-extends-invitation-to-visit-white-house-1779598841302/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/rubio-in-india-rubio-calls-on-pm-modi-extends-invitation-to-visit-white-house-1779598841302/embed</a>&nbsp;<h2>What Rubio said on US-India cooperation?</h2>Rubio also highlighted the broad scope of India-US cooperation, saying the range of issues both countries worked on reflected why India was among America’s most important strategic partners globally. He said the two democracies shared common interests and values, and emphasised growing collaboration in technology, innovation, global commerce and ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific region. &nbsp;"The list of issues that we work together with India on, the breadth of scope of them, is what highlights the fact that India is an important strategic partner in the United States, one of our most important strategic partners in the world." On security cooperation, the US Secretary of State stressed the strong counterterrorism partnership between Washington and New Delhi. "On the issue of terrorism, both of our countries have suffered, both directly and indirectly, because of global terrorist networks. There was a strong counterterrorism alignment as a result of that," Rubio said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rubio-visits-us-consulate-in-kolkata-one-of-the-oldest-missions-in-the-world-here-s-all-you-need-to-know-1779511500951">Rubio visits US Consulate in Kolkata, one of the oldest missions in the world. Here’s all you need to know</a><h2>What Rubio said on racist remark?</h2>On racist comments targeting Indians in the US, Rubio said such remarks were made by “stupid people” and did not represent the broader American society. He said every country had people who made offensive comments, but stressed that the United States remained an immigrant-friendly nation whose growth and success had been shaped by people from around the world. “I’m sure that there are people that have made comments online and other places, because every country in the world has stupid people,” Rubio said. “I’m sure there’s stupid people here. There are stupid people in the United States that make dumb comments all the time,” he added.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/marco-rubio-lands-in-india-s-kolkata-for-first-official-visit-quad-talks-and-trade-high-on-agenda-1779502037666">Marco Rubio lands in India's Kolkata for first official visit; QUAD talks and trade high on agenda</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">&quot;Who said that...&quot;, US Secretary of State Rubio in response to my question on racism agaisnt Indians in US. US President Donald Trump had endorsed a post terming India &quot;Hellhole&quot; <a href="https://t.co/UC37RYIcHK">pic.twitter.com/UC37RYIcHK</a>&mdash; Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) <a href="https://twitter.com/sidhant/status/2058461912028131581?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 24, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>What Rubio said on visa issues?</h2>Rubio said recent changes to J1, F1 and H-1B visa policies were part of a broader modernisation of the US immigration system and were not targeted specifically at India. He acknowledged the significant contribution of Indian companies to the US economy, noting that they had invested over $20 billion in the country and expressing hope that the figure would continue to grow. Rubio added that the immigration reforms were being implemented globally as the United States dealt with what he described as a migration crisis caused by millions of illegal entries in recent years. He added that every country had the right to shape its immigration policies according to its national interest.

During talks with S Jaishankar, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called India one of America’s most important strategic partners and dismissed racist remarks against Indians in the US as comments by “stupid people.”

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday (May 24) addressed a presser alongside India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and answered range of questions from India-US ties, global challenges and racism against Indians in the US. Emphasizing the growing depth of the US-India relationship during a joint press conference, Rubio highlighted that New Delhi is one of Washington's most important strategic partners globally. Rubio also said India and the United States shared a strong counterterrorism partnership because both countries had suffered from global terrorist networks, directly and indirectly. He added that this had created strong strategic alignment between Washington and New Delhi on security issues. https://www.wionews.com/videos/rubio-in-india-rubio-calls-on-pm-modi-extends-invitation-to-visit-white-house-1779598841302/embed What Rubio said on US-India cooperation? Rubio also highlighted the broad scope of India-US cooperation, saying the range of issues both countries worked on reflected why India was among America’s most important strategic partners globally. He said the two democracies shared common interests and values, and emphasised growing collaboration in technology, innovation, global commerce and ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific region. "The list of issues that we work together with India on, the breadth of scope of them, is what highlights the fact that India is an important strategic partner in the United States, one of our most important strategic partners in the world." On security cooperation, the US Secretary of State stressed the strong counterterrorism partnership between Washington and New Delhi. "On the issue of terrorism, both of our countries have suffered, both directly and indirectly, because of global terrorist networks. There was a strong counterterrorism alignment as a result of that," Rubio said. Also Read: Rubio visits US Consulate in Kolkata, one of the oldest missions in the world. Here’s all you need to know What Rubio said on racist remark? On racist comments targeting Indians in the US, Rubio said such remarks were made by “stupid people” and did not represent the broader American society. He said every country had people who made offensive comments, but stressed that the United States remained an immigrant-friendly nation whose growth and success had been shaped by people from around the world. “I’m sure that there are people that have made comments online and other places, because every country in the world has stupid people,” Rubio said. “I’m sure there’s stupid people here. There are stupid people in the United States that make dumb comments all the time,” he added. Also Read: Marco Rubio lands in India's Kolkata for first official visit; QUAD talks and trade high on agenda

During talks with S Jaishankar, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called India one of America’s most important strategic partners and dismissed racist remarks against Indians in the US as comments by “stupid people.”

'There are stupid people in the United States...': From racism to visa issues, what Rubio said in presser with Jaishankar

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has sought to downplay concerns over racist comments targeting Indians and Indian-Americans in the United States, describing them as the words of "stupid people" present in every country. The remarks came during a joint press conference in New Delhi on Sunday with India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, as Rubio began a four-day visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. In response to WION's Sidhant Sibal, who directly raised the issue, Rubio, appearing visibly cautious, &amp; responded: “I don't know how to address that but I'll take that very seriously... I'm sure there are people that have made comments online and other places because every country in the world has stupid people.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has sought to downplay concerns over racist comments targeting Indians and Indian-Americans in the United States, describing them as the words of &quot;stupid people&quot; present in every country<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MarcoRubio?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MarcoRubio</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/India?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#India</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Jaishankar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Jaishankar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndiaUSTies?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndiaUSTies</a> <a href="https://t.co/NYeMLfhQID">pic.twitter.com/NYeMLfhQID</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/2058475906981855277?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 24, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

He added that "there are stupid people here, there are stupid people in the United States" who "make dumb comments all the time". The US top diplomat went on to emphasise America's openness to immigrants. "The United States is a very welcoming country. Our nation has been enriched by people who come to our country from all over the world, have become Americans, have assimilated into our way of life and have contributed greatly," he said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jaishankar-rubio-hold-delegation-level-talks-us-state-secretary-says-india-a-strategic-ally-1779604112022">Jaishankar-Rubio hold delegation level talks, US State Secretary says 'India a strategic ally'</a>

The exchange comes amid heightened sensitivities following comments attributed to President Donald Trump. In April 2026, Trump reportedly endorsed a post referencing a Michael Savage transcript that labelled India a "hellhole" in the context of a debate on birthright citizenship.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">&quot;I&#39;m sure that there are people that have made comments online and other places, because every country in the world has stupid people There are stupid people in the United States that make dumb comments all the time. I don&#39;t know what else to tell you other than the United… <a href="https://t.co/6pg1yJUy0N">pic.twitter.com/6pg1yJUy0N</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/2058474982070738966?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 24, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Such rhetoric has strained public discourse even as official relations remain a strategic priority for both nations. Incidents of discrimination against Indian communities in the US have drawn attention in recent years, even as Indian-Americans continue to play prominent roles in American society, business, and politics.&nbsp;Rubio's visit, his first to India as Secretary of State, follows meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Discussions have focused on technology, energy, critical minerals, and broader cooperation, with India reportedly committing to significant purchases of US goods.Despite underlying tensions over trade, tariffs, and occasional inflammatory language, both sides have stressed the importance of the partnership between the world's two largest democracies.

Marco Rubio dismissed racist remarks targeting Indians in the US as comments made by “stupid people” found in every country. Speaking alongside S. Jaishankar in New Delhi, Rubio said such views do not represent America broadly.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has sought to downplay concerns over racist comments targeting Indians and Indian-Americans in the United States, describing them as the words of "stupid people" present in every country. The remarks came during a joint press conference in New Delhi on Sunday with India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, as Rubio began a four-day visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. In response to WION's Sidhant Sibal, who directly raised the issue, Rubio, appearing visibly cautious, & responded: “I don't know how to address that but I'll take that very seriously... I'm sure there are people that have made comments online and other places because every country in the world has stupid people.”

Marco Rubio dismissed racist remarks targeting Indians in the US as comments made by “stupid people” found in every country. Speaking alongside S. Jaishankar in New Delhi, Rubio said such views do not represent America broadly.

In response to WION, Rubio dismisses racist remarks on Indians as 'stupid' comments - VIDEO

The hypersonic Oreshnik ballistic missile is derived from the RS-26 Rubezh, which Russia initially developed as an intercontinental missile system. Like several other Russian military platforms, the Oreshnik can be equipped with both nuclear and conventional warheads.

What makes Russia’s nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile so dangerous? Speed, range & threat explained

Iran’s semi-official Fars News Agency has disputed claims by US President Donald Trump that the Strait of Hormuz would reopen as part of a possible agreement between Washington and Tehran, describing the statement as “far from reality”. According to Fars, the latest exchanged text between the parties indicates that the strategic waterway would remain under Iran’s management even if an agreement is reached.&nbsp;“Based on the latest exchanged text, if a possible agreement is reached, the Strait of Hormuz will still be under Iran’s management,” the agency reported. The report added that while Iran had agreed to allow the number of ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz to return to levels seen before the conflict, this would not amount to unrestricted navigation.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/has-iran-agreed-to-surrender-enriched-uranium-and-reopen-hormuz-in-new-us-deal-1779589613499">Has Iran agreed to surrender enriched uranium and reopen Hormuz in new US deal?</a>&nbsp;“Although Iran has agreed to allow the number of passing ships to return to the level before the war, this does not at all mean ‘free passage’ to the pre-war situation,” Fars said. The agency further stated that Iran would continue to retain authority over the management of the strait, including shipping routes, timing, methods of passage and permits.&nbsp;“The management of the strait, determining the route, time, manner of passage, and issuing permits, will remain exclusively under the control and discretion of the Islamic Republic of Iran,” the report said. Fars described Trump’s earlier remarks as “incomplete” and said they did not reflect the actual terms under discussion.&nbsp;Trump had earlier written on his social media platform Truth Social that an agreement involving the United States, Iran and other countries had been “largely negotiated” and was nearing completion. “Final aspects and details of the Deal are currently being discussed, and will be announced shortly,” Trump said. He also claimed that the Strait of Hormuz would reopen as part of the arrangement.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-oman-strait-of-hormuz-payment-system-us-warning-1779423045417">Iran, Oman discuss Strait of Hormuz payment system despite US warning against shipping fees</a>&nbsp;“In addition to many other elements of the Agreement, the Strait of Hormuz will be opened,” Trump wrote. Trump also said he had held a separate call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, adding that the conversation “went very well”. &nbsp;

Iran’s Fars News Agency rejected Donald Trump’s claim that a pending deal would reopen the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that Iran will maintain exclusive management and control over the strategic waterway.

Iran’s semi-official Fars News Agency has disputed claims by US President Donald Trump that the Strait of Hormuz would reopen as part of a possible agreement between Washington and Tehran, describing the statement as “far from reality”. According to Fars, the latest exchanged text between the parties indicates that the strategic waterway would remain under Iran’s management even if an agreement is reached. “Based on the latest exchanged text, if a possible agreement is reached, the Strait of Hormuz will still be under Iran’s management,” the agency reported. The report added that while Iran had agreed to allow the number of ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz to return to levels seen before the conflict, this would not amount to unrestricted navigation. Also read: Has Iran agreed to surrender enriched uranium and reopen Hormuz in new US deal? “Although Iran has agreed to allow the number of passing ships to return to the level before the war, this does not at all mean ‘free passage’ to the pre-war situation,” Fars said. The agency further stated that Iran would continue to retain authority over the management of the strait, including shipping routes, timing, methods of passage and permits. “The management of the strait, determining the route, time, manner of passage, and issuing permits, will remain exclusively under the control and discretion of the Islamic Republic of Iran,” the report said. Fars described Trump’s earlier remarks as “incomplete” and said they did not reflect the actual terms under discussion. Trump had earlier written on his social media platform Truth Social that an agreement involving the United States, Iran and other countries had been “largely negotiated” and was nearing completion. “Final aspects and details of the Deal are currently being discussed, and will be announced shortly,” Trump said. He also claimed that the Strait of Hormuz would reopen as part of the arrangement. Also read: Iran, Oman discuss Strait of Hormuz payment system despite US warning against shipping fees “In addition to many other elements of the Agreement, the Strait of Hormuz will be opened,” Trump wrote. Trump also said he had held a separate call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, adding that the conversation “went very well”.

Iran’s Fars News Agency rejected Donald Trump’s claim that a pending deal would reopen the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that Iran will maintain exclusive management and control over the strategic waterway.

‘Far from reality’: Iran media pushes back after Trump claims Strait of Hormuz will reopen under new deal

India’s Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Sunday (May 24) advised citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Ebola Disease-affected countries, including the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan, following the World Health Organisation’s declaration of the outbreak as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC).&nbsp;“In light of the reported outbreaks of Ebola Disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda, the World Health Organization (WHO), under the International Health Regulations (IHR), 2005, on May 17, 2026, determined the situation to be a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC),” the health ministry said in a statement.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-breaks-silence-hours-after-white-house-shooting-bats-for-his-safe-and-secure-ballroom-plan-1779595058544">Trump breaks silence hours after White House shooting, bats for secure ballroom</a>&nbsp;The ministry noted that the World Health Organisation had issued the declaration amid growing concerns over the spread of the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus in parts of central and east Africa. The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has also classified the outbreak affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda as a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security (PHECS).&nbsp;According to the ministry, the WHO International Health Regulation Emergency Committee on May 22 issued temporary recommendations aimed at strengthening disease surveillance at points of entry. These include measures to “detect, assess, report and manage travellers with unexplained febrile illness arriving from areas with documented Bundibugyo virus detection” while also “discouraging travel to areas with documented Bundibugyo virus detection”.&nbsp;As of May 21, the WHO reported 746 suspected cases and 176 deaths among suspected cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Across both the DRC and Uganda, 85 confirmed cases, including two in Uganda, and ten confirmed deaths, including one in Uganda, have been recorded so far. The ministry said countries bordering the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, including South Sudan, were considered to be at high risk of transmission.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-no-one-can-beat-us-in-violence-we-proved-it-during-july-uprising-bangladesh-students-party-warns-pm-s-bnp-1779564646619">‘No one can beat us in violence, we proved it during July uprising’: Bangladesh students’ party warns PM’s BNP</a>&nbsp;Ebola Disease is a viral haemorrhagic fever caused by infection with the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus. Health authorities have described it as a severe illness with a high mortality rate. The ministry added that there are currently no approved vaccines or specific treatments for Ebola Disease caused by the Bundibugyo strain. India has not reported any case of Ebola Disease linked to the Bundibugyo virus strain, the ministry reiterated.&nbsp;“In view of the evolving situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and other affected countries, and in line with WHO’s recommendations, Government of India advises all Indian citizens to avoid non-essential travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan until further notice,” the statement added. &nbsp;

Following a WHO global health emergency declaration regarding an outbreak of the Bundibugyo Ebola strain in Central Africa, India has advised citizens to avoid non-essential travel to the DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan.

India’s Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Sunday (May 24) advised citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Ebola Disease-affected countries, including the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan, following the World Health Organisation’s declaration of the outbreak as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). “In light of the reported outbreaks of Ebola Disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda, the World Health Organization (WHO), under the International Health Regulations (IHR), 2005, on May 17, 2026, determined the situation to be a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC),” the health ministry said in a statement. Also read: Trump breaks silence hours after White House shooting, bats for secure ballroom The ministry noted that the World Health Organisation had issued the declaration amid growing concerns over the spread of the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus in parts of central and east Africa. The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has also classified the outbreak affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda as a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security (PHECS). According to the ministry, the WHO International Health Regulation Emergency Committee on May 22 issued temporary recommendations aimed at strengthening disease surveillance at points of entry. These include measures to “detect, assess, report and manage travellers with unexplained febrile illness arriving from areas with documented Bundibugyo virus detection” while also “discouraging travel to areas with documented Bundibugyo virus detection”. As of May 21, the WHO reported 746 suspected cases and 176 deaths among suspected cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Across both the DRC and Uganda, 85 confirmed cases, including two in Uganda, and ten confirmed deaths, including one in Uganda, have been recorded so far. The ministry said countries bordering the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, including South Sudan, were considered to be at high risk of transmission. Also read: ‘No one can beat us in violence, we proved it during July uprising’: Bangladesh students’ party warns PM’s BNP Ebola Disease is a viral haemorrhagic fever caused by infection with the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus. Health authorities have described it as a severe illness with a high mortality rate. The ministry added that there are currently no approved vaccines or specific treatments for Ebola Disease caused by the Bundibugyo strain. India has not reported any case of Ebola Disease linked to the Bundibugyo virus strain, the ministry reiterated. “In view of the evolving situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and other affected countries, and in line with WHO’s recommendations, Government of India advises all Indian citizens to avoid non-essential travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan until further notice,” the statement added.

Following a WHO global health emergency declaration regarding an outbreak of the Bundibugyo Ebola strain in Central Africa, India has advised citizens to avoid non-essential travel to the DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan.

India advises citizens to avoid travel to Ebola-hit African nations after WHO emergency declaration

Iran has laid out several conditions on Sunday (May 24) for a possible US deal, suggesting that Washington could commit to waiving sanctions on Iranian oil during the negotiation period. The reported move would allow Iran to continue selling its oil without the restrictions currently imposed under sanctions for the duration of the talks. The development comes amid negotiations that Washington and Tehran are close to signing an extension of the ceasefire by 60 days and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, according to a report by Axios. Reports suggest that if both sides approve the terms of the preliminary agreement, a memorandum of understanding (MOU) would be announced first. The proposed agreement reportedly stresses ending conflicts on all fronts, including in Lebanon. Under this reported clause, the Zionist regime, identified as a US ally, would also be required to end the war in Lebanon. Other conditions for Iran also include a 30-day timeframe that will be set for implementing measures related to the naval blockade and the Strait of Hormuz. At the same time, a separate 60-day period would be allocated for negotiations concerning the nuclear issue. According to the reports, Iran has so far not agreed to undertake any actions related to its nuclear programme.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-tehran-ceasefire-deal-negotiated-white-house-shooting-trump-hormuz-marco-rubio-india-101779583975846.html">Has Iran agreed to surrender enriched uranium and reopen Hormuz in new US deal?</a><h3>Iran-US potential agreement over nuclear stockpiles</h3>Iran also emphasised in the MoU to end the war on all fronts and the withdrawal of US combat forces from Iran's surrounding environment. Meanwhile, several media and officials have claimed that "Iran has committed to a potential agreement with Washington to reduce its nuclear stockpiles, remove equipment, or shut down its facilities." However, the final draft agreement's review underscored these claims as completely unfounded.&nbsp;In response to these misleading assertions, sources familiar with the negotiations rejected what they described as misleading claims, stating that the draft of the proposed agreement between Iran and the United States contains no provisions related to Iran’s nuclear commitments. According to them, all matters concerning the nuclear programme have been postponed to a separate 60-day negotiation period that would begin after the agreement is signed.&nbsp;The sources also said that, contrary to suggestions made by some media outlets, Iran would not be required under the draft agreement to hand over its nuclear stockpiles, dismantle equipment, shut down facilities or commit to refraining from developing a nuclear weapon.&nbsp;Instead, the parties have reportedly agreed to release all or part of Iran’s frozen assets to facilitate the start of negotiations. The draft also reportedly allows maritime passage through the Strait of Hormuz at pre-conflict levels under Iran’s management, alongside the lifting of the naval blockade. In addition, sanctions targeting Iran’s oil, gas, petrochemical and related sectors would reportedly be temporarily eased during the negotiation period, enabling the country to freely export its products.

The proposed agreement reportedly stresses ending conflicts on all fronts, including in Lebanon. Under this reported clause, the Zionist regime, identified as a US ally, would also be required to end the war in Lebanon.

Iran has laid out several conditions on Sunday (May 24) for a possible US deal, suggesting that Washington could commit to waiving sanctions on Iranian oil during the negotiation period. The reported move would allow Iran to continue selling its oil without the restrictions currently imposed under sanctions for the duration of the talks. The development comes amid negotiations that Washington and Tehran are close to signing an extension of the ceasefire by 60 days and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, according to a report by Axios. Reports suggest that if both sides approve the terms of the preliminary agreement, a memorandum of understanding (MOU) would be announced first. The proposed agreement reportedly stresses ending conflicts on all fronts, including in Lebanon. Under this reported clause, the Zionist regime, identified as a US ally, would also be required to end the war in Lebanon. Other conditions for Iran also include a 30-day timeframe that will be set for implementing measures related to the naval blockade and the Strait of Hormuz. At the same time, a separate 60-day period would be allocated for negotiations concerning the nuclear issue. According to the reports, Iran has so far not agreed to undertake any actions related to its nuclear programme. Also read: Has Iran agreed to surrender enriched uranium and reopen Hormuz in new US deal? Iran-US potential agreement over nuclear stockpiles Iran also emphasised in the MoU to end the war on all fronts and the withdrawal of US combat forces from Iran's surrounding environment. Meanwhile, several media and officials have claimed that "Iran has committed to a potential agreement with Washington to reduce its nuclear stockpiles, remove equipment, or shut down its facilities." However, the final draft agreement's review underscored these claims as completely unfounded. In response to these misleading assertions, sources familiar with the negotiations rejected what they described as misleading claims, stating that the draft of the proposed agreement between Iran and the United States contains no provisions related to Iran’s nuclear commitments. According to them, all matters concerning the nuclear programme have been postponed to a separate 60-day negotiation period that would begin after the agreement is signed. The sources also said that, contrary to suggestions made by some media outlets, Iran would not be required under the draft agreement to hand over its nuclear stockpiles, dismantle equipment, shut down facilities or commit to refraining from developing a nuclear weapon. Instead, the parties have reportedly agreed to release all or part of Iran’s frozen assets to facilitate the start of negotiations. The draft also reportedly allows maritime passage through the Strait of Hormuz at pre-conflict levels under Iran’s management, alongside the lifting of the naval blockade. In addition, sanctions targeting Iran’s oil, gas, petrochemical and related sectors would reportedly be temporarily eased during the negotiation period, enabling the country to freely export its products.

The proposed agreement reportedly stresses ending conflicts on all fronts, including in Lebanon. Under this reported clause, the Zionist regime, identified as a US ally, would also be required to end the war in Lebanon.

Iran outlines conditions for possible US deal: Oil sanctions relief, frozen funds release first; no talks on nuclear field now

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday held delegation-level talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, with both leaders underlining the growing depth of India-US ties. Rubio described the relationship as one of Washington’s most important strategic partnerships, saying cooperation between the two democracies extends beyond regional issues to global opportunities across multiple sectors and regions. Jaishankar was accompanied by Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and other senior officials, while Rubio was joined by US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor and members of the visiting American delegation.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/rubio-in-india-rubio-calls-on-pm-modi-extends-invitation-to-visit-white-house-1779598841302/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/rubio-in-india-rubio-calls-on-pm-modi-extends-invitation-to-visit-white-house-1779598841302/embed</a>&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/marco-rubio-india-visit-not-repair-mission-sergio-gor-1779540497008">Marco Rubio’s India visit is ‘not a repair mission’, says US Ambassador Sergio Gor</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">My opening remarks during meeting with US <a href="https://twitter.com/SecRubio?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SecRubio</a>. 🇮🇳 🇺🇸 <a href="https://t.co/HDv8tsIg2b">https://t.co/HDv8tsIg2b</a>&mdash; Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) <a href="https://twitter.com/DrSJaishankar/status/2058430564441764105?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 24, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>What Rubio said</h2>During the talks, Rubio said the two countries, as the world’s largest democracies, shared many common interests that formed a strong foundation for deeper cooperation. He emphasised that the India-US relationship was already solid and strong, adding that the focus was not on restoring ties but on continuing to build one of the world’s most important strategic partnerships. "The US and India aren't just allies. We are strategic allies and that's of critical importance. We obviously work with countries all over the world on a variety of issues, but our strategic partnership is what sets this relationship apart because it's not simply limited to the region, it extends to offer opportunities to cooperate globally in different regions of the world, and that includes potentially, as I said, as we discussed a bit last night at dinner, in the Western Hemisphere and places like that," he said. He also stressed that the partnership was already strong and continuing to expand further through closer collaboration on shared interests. Rubio said his first day in India had been “fantastic” and that he was looking forward to further discussions and engagements in the country. He described India and the United States as strategic allies, stressing that their partnership goes beyond regional cooperation and extends to global opportunities across different parts of the world.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rubio-visits-us-consulate-in-kolkata-one-of-the-oldest-missions-in-the-world-here-s-all-you-need-to-know-1779511500951">Rubio visits US Consulate in Kolkata, one of the oldest missions in the world. Here’s all you need to know</a>&nbsp;In his talks, Rubio also highlighted that the US and India are “are the two largest democracies in the world.” This is not about restoring or reinvigorating. I've seen people use that terminology. This is about continuing to build on what is already a very solid and strong strategic partnership. One of the most important ones that we have, and one of the most important ones in the world..."

During talks with S. Jaishankar in New Delhi, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio described India and the US as “strategic allies” and stressed expanding cooperation on regional and global issues.

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday held delegation-level talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, with both leaders underlining the growing depth of India-US ties. Rubio described the relationship as one of Washington’s most important strategic partnerships, saying cooperation between the two democracies extends beyond regional issues to global opportunities across multiple sectors and regions. Jaishankar was accompanied by Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and other senior officials, while Rubio was joined by US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor and members of the visiting American delegation. https://www.wionews.com/videos/rubio-in-india-rubio-calls-on-pm-modi-extends-invitation-to-visit-white-house-1779598841302/embed Also Read: Marco Rubio’s India visit is ‘not a repair mission’, says US Ambassador Sergio Gor

During talks with S Jaishankar in New Delhi, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio described India and the US as “strategic allies” and stressed expanding cooperation on regional and global issues.

Jaishankar-Rubio hold delegation level talks, US State Secretary says 'India a strategic ally'

A blast inside a train in Pakistan on Sunday (May 24) claimed the lives of at least 24 people, including army servicemen. The train was carrying military personnel when the blast took place in turbulent southwestern province of Balochistan, said a senior official. The attack has also left 50 people injured.&nbsp;The blast took place near the railway track near Chaman Phatak in Balochistan's largest city Quetta causing partial damage to a train. At least 10 vehicles parked nearby were also damaged, according to police officials.&nbsp;Emergency services, including rescue teams and firefighters, rushed to the spot to take control of the situation.&nbsp;ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-outlines-conditions-for-possible-us-deal-oil-sanctions-relief-frozen-funds-release-first-no-talks-on-nuclear-field-now-1779605153221">Iran outlines conditions for possible US deal: Oil sanctions relief, frozen funds release first; no talks on nuclear field now</a>&nbsp;The responsibility of the attack has been claimed by banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) reported ARY News that has described it as a ‘fidayeen’ (suicide) attack targeting Pakistani military personnel.&nbsp;According to reports, the force of the explosion caused two of the train coaches to overturn and catch fire.&nbsp;The train headed to Peshawar was passing a signal at Chaman Pattak in Quetta "when an explosive-laden car hit one of the carriages that resulted in a big blast", an official told AFP.&nbsp;Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the attack and said such acts will not weaken the resolve of the people of Pakistan to fight terrorism.&nbsp;“I strongly condemn the heinous bomb explosion near Chaman Phatak, Quetta, which has resulted in the tragic loss of innocent lives and left many others injured,” said Sharif.&nbsp;"Such cowardly acts of terrorism cannot weaken the resolve of the people of Pakistan. We remain steadfast in our determination to eliminate terrorism in all its forms and manifestations,&nbsp;“I express my heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and pray for the swift recovery of the injured. The entire nation stands in solidarity with the people of Balochistan in this hour of grief,” he added.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The train was carrying military personnel when the blast took place in turbulent southwestern province of Balochistan, said a senior official.  

A blast inside a train in Pakistan on Sunday (May 24) claimed the lives of at least 24 people, including army servicemen. The train was carrying military personnel when the blast took place in turbulent southwestern province of Balochistan, said a senior official. The attack has also left 50 people injured. The blast took place near the railway track near Chaman Phatak in Balochistan's largest city Quetta causing partial damage to a train. At least 10 vehicles parked nearby were also damaged, according to police officials. Emergency services, including rescue teams and firefighters, rushed to the spot to take control of the situation. ALSO READ: Iran outlines conditions for possible US deal: Oil sanctions relief, frozen funds release first; no talks on nuclear field now The responsibility of the attack has been claimed by banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) reported ARY News that has described it as a ‘fidayeen’ (suicide) attack targeting Pakistani military personnel. According to reports, the force of the explosion caused two of the train coaches to overturn and catch fire. The train headed to Peshawar was passing a signal at Chaman Pattak in Quetta "when an explosive-laden car hit one of the carriages that resulted in a big blast", an official told AFP. Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the attack and said such acts will not weaken the resolve of the people of Pakistan to fight terrorism. “I strongly condemn the heinous bomb explosion near Chaman Phatak, Quetta, which has resulted in the tragic loss of innocent lives and left many others injured,” said Sharif. "Such cowardly acts of terrorism cannot weaken the resolve of the people of Pakistan. We remain steadfast in our determination to eliminate terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, “I express my heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and pray for the swift recovery of the injured. The entire nation stands in solidarity with the people of Balochistan in this hour of grief,” he added.

The train was carrying military personnel when the blast took place in turbulent southwestern province of Balochistan, said a senior official. &nbsp;

At least 24 Killed, including military personnel in train blast in southwest Pakistan

United States want to rebuild its stockpile of missiles as they have depleted considerably in the Iran war, according to reports. This has led to Washington warning Japan of delays in delivering 400 Tomahawk missiles to Japan, which is also looking to strengthen its military in the wake of 'Chinese threat'.&nbsp;According to Financial Times, US defence secretary Pete Hegseth in a call with his Japanese counterpart Shinjiro Koizumi last month informed him about the delay in the delivery of the missiles.&nbsp;The delay is a big jolt to Japan that placed the order in 2024 as a deterrent to China. The $2.35bn deal was signed after Washington insisted its Asian ally to increase its defence spending.The Tomahawk missiles with a range of 1,600km would have given Tokyo a “counterstrike” capability to hit coastal China, thus increasing the deterrence.&nbsp;ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-launches-barrage-of-oreshnik-missiles-at-ukrainian-capital-kyiv-after-vowing-retaliation-1779599920190">Russia launches barrage of Oreshnik missiles at Ukrainian capital Kyiv after vowing retaliation</a>&nbsp;The decision by Pentagon comes amid depleting missile stockpiles after being used extensively during Operation Epic Fury against Iran.<h2>How will the delay impact Japan and Indo-Pacific power balance?</h2>&nbsp;According to the Financial Times report, Washington had last month warned several European allies, including the UK and Poland, to expect significant delays in the delivery of weapons systems.&nbsp;The delay in Tomahawak missiles delivery to Japan is being seen as having repercussions for the Indo-Pacific where Japan is the most important US ally.&nbsp;“Despite repeated promises from top administration officials that they would prioritise Asia, the Pentagon is now giving precedence to the Middle East,” Zack Cooper, an Asia security expert at the American Enterprise Institute was quoted as saying by FT.&nbsp;“Given the lengthy timelines for munitions production, Asian allies and partners will continue to feel the impact of the Iran War long after it ends," he added.&nbsp;The &nbsp;missiles were expected to be delivered to Japan by 2028 but it could now be delayed by two years, reported FT, citing a source familiar with the matter.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The $2.35bn deal was signed after Washington insisted its Asian ally to increase its defence spending as a deterrence to China.

United States want to rebuild its stockpile of missiles as they have depleted considerably in the Iran war, according to reports. This has led to Washington warning Japan of delays in delivering 400 Tomahawk missiles to Japan, which is also looking to strengthen its military in the wake of 'Chinese threat'. According to Financial Times, US defence secretary Pete Hegseth in a call with his Japanese counterpart Shinjiro Koizumi last month informed him about the delay in the delivery of the missiles. The delay is a big jolt to Japan that placed the order in 2024 as a deterrent to China. The $2.35bn deal was signed after Washington insisted its Asian ally to increase its defence spending. The Tomahawk missiles with a range of 1,600km would have given Tokyo a “counterstrike” capability to hit coastal China, thus increasing the deterrence. ALSO READ: Russia launches barrage of Oreshnik missiles at Ukrainian capital Kyiv after vowing retaliation The decision by Pentagon comes amid depleting missile stockpiles after being used extensively during Operation Epic Fury against Iran. How will the delay impact Japan and Indo-Pacific power balance? According to the Financial Times report, Washington had last month warned several European allies, including the UK and Poland, to expect significant delays in the delivery of weapons systems. The delay in Tomahawak missiles delivery to Japan is being seen as having repercussions for the Indo-Pacific where Japan is the most important US ally. “Despite repeated promises from top administration officials that they would prioritise Asia, the Pentagon is now giving precedence to the Middle East,” Zack Cooper, an Asia security expert at the American Enterprise Institute was quoted as saying by FT. “Given the lengthy timelines for munitions production, Asian allies and partners will continue to feel the impact of the Iran War long after it ends," he added. The missiles were expected to be delivered to Japan by 2028 but it could now be delayed by two years, reported FT, citing a source familiar with the matter.

The $2.35bn deal was signed after Washington insisted its Asian ally to increase its defence spending as a deterrence to China.

US running out of missile stockpile due to Iran war, delays delivery of Tomahawks to Japan: Report

Russia launched massive missile strikes on Ukrainian capital Kyiv on Sunday killing at least one person and wounding more than 20. The strikes come after Moscow threatened to retaliate after Ukraine launched a drone barrage in the Russian-occupied east, which Moscow said hit a college dormitory and killed at least 18 people.&nbsp;After the Russian attack, head of the Kyiv City Military Administration, Tymur Tkachenko took to Telegram to write, "The capital has come under a mass ballistic missile attack."&nbsp;He further wrote, "There are currently reports of at least 4 locations affected by the attack: Shevchenkivsky, Dniprovsky and Podilsky districts. Fires and damage to residential buildings are preliminarily reported."&nbsp;ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-connection-with-iran-talks-trump-thanks-very-good-ally-erdogan-in-truth-social-post-later-deletes-it-1779599247012">A connection with Iran talks? Trump thanks 'very good ally' Erdogan in Truth Social post, later deletes it</a>&nbsp;Several residential buildings were damaged across Kyiv, including a school building said Kyiv ‌Mayor Vitali Klitschko.<h2>Zelenskyy claims Oreshnik missile attack by Russia</h2>&nbsp;While Ukrainian President Volodymyr ​Zelenskyy claimed Russia also fired Oreshnik, a Russian nuclear-capable hypersonic missile as part of massive overnight strikes on Ukraine. "Three Russian missiles against a water supply facility, a market burnt down, dozens of residential buildings damaged, several ordinary schools, and he (Russian President Vladimir Putin) launched his 'Oreshnik' against Bila Tserkva (in central Ukraine). They are genuinely deranged," Zelensky said on Telegram Sunday.&nbsp;He also said that allowing use of Oreshnik missile, a nuclear-capable hypersonic missile, by Russia “sets a global precedent for other potential aggressors”.&nbsp;“If Russia is allowed to destroy lives on such a scale, then no agreement will restrain other similar hatred-based regimes from aggression and strikes. We count on a response from the world – and on a response that is not post factum, but preventive. Pressure must be put on Moscow so that it does not expand the war," said Zelenskyy&nbsp;

On Saturday (May 23), Ukrainian President Volodymyr ​Zelenskyy warned of a Russia attack against Ukraine using the Oreshnik missile, citing US, European intelligence.

Russia launched massive missile strikes on Ukrainian capital Kyiv on Sunday killing at least one person and wounding more than 20. The strikes come after Moscow threatened to retaliate after Ukraine launched a drone barrage in the Russian-occupied east, which Moscow said hit a college dormitory and killed at least 18 people. After the Russian attack, head of the Kyiv City Military Administration, Tymur Tkachenko took to Telegram to write, "The capital has come under a mass ballistic missile attack." He further wrote, "There are currently reports of at least 4 locations affected by the attack: Shevchenkivsky, Dniprovsky and Podilsky districts. Fires and damage to residential buildings are preliminarily reported." ALSO READ: A connection with Iran talks? Trump thanks 'very good ally' Erdogan in Truth Social post, later deletes it Several residential buildings were damaged across Kyiv, including a school building said Kyiv ‌Mayor Vitali Klitschko. Zelenskyy claims Oreshnik missile attack by Russia While Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed Russia also fired Oreshnik, a Russian nuclear-capable hypersonic missile as part of massive overnight strikes on Ukraine. "Three Russian missiles against a water supply facility, a market burnt down, dozens of residential buildings damaged, several ordinary schools, and he (Russian President Vladimir Putin) launched his 'Oreshnik' against Bila Tserkva (in central Ukraine). They are genuinely deranged," Zelensky said on Telegram Sunday. He also said that allowing use of Oreshnik missile, a nuclear-capable hypersonic missile, by Russia “sets a global precedent for other potential aggressors”. “If Russia is allowed to destroy lives on such a scale, then no agreement will restrain other similar hatred-based regimes from aggression and strikes. We count on a response from the world – and on a response that is not post factum, but preventive. Pressure must be put on Moscow so that it does not expand the war," said Zelenskyy

On Saturday (May 23), Ukrainian President Volodymyr ​Zelenskyy warned of a Russia attack against Ukraine using the Oreshnik missile, citing US, European intelligence.

Russia launches 'nuclear capable Oreshnik missile' at Ukrainian capital Kyiv after vowing retaliation

US President Donald Trump briefly shared and later deleted a post on Truth Social on Saturday (May 23) in which he thanked Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan while reposting a statement praising his leadership. “Thank you President Erdogan!” Trump wrote in the now-deleted post.&nbsp;The message also included a quote describing Trump in highly favourable terms. “President Trump is the leader the world has been awaiting for centuries, He doesn’t just talk about strength, He embodies it,” the quoted statement said. The reason for deleting the post was not immediately clear.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Trump DELETES post featuring Erdogan’s praise for him<a href="https://t.co/1VwM7oWwaq">https://t.co/1VwM7oWwaq</a> <a href="https://t.co/gGRQxc8F4D">pic.twitter.com/gGRQxc8F4D</a>&mdash; RT (@RT_com) <a href="https://twitter.com/RT_com/status/2058283736257433894?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 23, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-iran-us-agreement-largely-negotiated-pakistan-pm-hopes-to-host-next-round-of-talks-iran-us-war-strait-of-hormuz-1779585420095">Trump says Iran-US agreement 'largely negotiated', Pakistan PM hopes to host next round of talks - Is the war finally ending?</a>&nbsp;The development came as Trump was reportedly preparing to hold discussions with regional leaders regarding negotiations with Iran. According to Reuters, citing an Arab official, Trump was expected to speak by phone on Saturday with the leaders of Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Pakistan.&nbsp;Axios also reported that Trump was expected to hold talks with Gulf leaders during the day to discuss Iran-related issues. Sources cited in the report said Egypt, Pakistan and Türkiye could also join the call.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/wion-decodes-what-is-trump-s-1-7b-weaponization-fund-proposal-outlines-compensation-for-alleged-political-targeting-1779350111085">WION Decodes| What is Trump’s $1.7B ‘weaponization’ fund? Proposal outlines compensation for alleged 'political targeting'</a>&nbsp;Trump and Erdogan last held a phone conversation on May 20, during which they discussed Türkiye-US bilateral relations, as well as regional and global matters. Speaking about that call, Trump described it as “very good” and praised his relationship with the Turkish leader.&nbsp;“We have a very good relationship. He’s a strong man, but I have a relationship with him that nobody else has,” Trump said. “I think he has been a very good ally. Some people might doubt that, but I think he has been a great ally and his people respect him,” he added. &nbsp;

Donald Trump deleted a Truth Social post thanking Turkish President Erdogan and praising his own leadership, amid preparations for phone calls with regional leaders to discuss ongoing negotiations with Iran.

US President Donald Trump briefly shared and later deleted a post on Truth Social on Saturday (May 23) in which he thanked Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan while reposting a statement praising his leadership. “Thank you President Erdogan!” Trump wrote in the now-deleted post. The message also included a quote describing Trump in highly favourable terms. “President Trump is the leader the world has been awaiting for centuries, He doesn’t just talk about strength, He embodies it,” the quoted statement said. The reason for deleting the post was not immediately clear.

Donald Trump deleted a Truth Social post thanking Turkish President Erdogan and praising his own leadership, amid preparations for phone calls with regional leaders to discuss ongoing negotiations with Iran.

A connection with Iran talks? Trump thanks 'very good ally' Erdogan in Truth Social post, later deletes it

US President Donald Trump has broken his silence on Sunday (May 24) after gunshots were fired outside the White House while he was negotiating the Iran deal inside. In a Truth Social post, Trump said that the gunman who opened fire on Secret Service officers outside the White House had a "violent history and possible obsession" with the building. He informed that the gunman is dead without revealing any other details about him. Trump also batted for his new secure ballroom after the incident saying that the the White House Correspondent’ Dinner shooting and this incident outside the White House is important for all future Presidents, “to get, what will be, the most safe and secure space of its kind ever built in Washington.” "Thank you to our great Secret Service and Law Enforcement for the swift and professional action taken this evening against a gunman near the White House, who had a violent history and possible obsession with our Country's most cherished structure," he said in a post on Truth Social.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/multiple-gunshots-fired-near-white-house-secret-service-fbi-respond-where-is-us-president-donald-trump-1779581551548">Multiple gunshots fired near White House; Secret Service, FBI respond: Where is Donald Trump?</a>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260524/image-1779598495140.png"></figure>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-iran-us-agreement-largely-negotiated-pakistan-pm-hopes-to-host-next-round-of-talks-iran-us-war-strait-of-hormuz-1779585420095">Trump says Iran-US agreement 'largely negotiated'</a><h2>What we know about the gunman?</h2>The gunman has been identified as Nasire Best, as per a report by the New York Post. He was 21-year-old and from Maryland. He was shot dead by secret service agents and the motive behind the attack remains unclear. According to reports by the New York Post and Fox News, the gunman, identified as Nasire Best from Maryland, was known to the Secret Service and had previously violated a court order directing him to stay away from the White House. Fox News reported that he was detained on June 26, 2025, after flagging down agents and issuing threats, and again on July 10, 2025, for entering a restricted area. Reuters described the suspect as an “emotionally disturbed person,” while the New York Post claimed he believed he was Jesus Christ.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">WATCH: Video captures the moment several shots were fired near the White House. <a href="https://t.co/13xWGSrQT2">pic.twitter.com/13xWGSrQT2</a>&mdash; Faytuks Network (@FaytuksNetwork) <a href="https://twitter.com/FaytuksNetwork/status/2058317416086622349?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 23, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Donald Trump said the gunman who opened fire near the White House had a “violent history and possible obsession” with the building. Trump praised the Secret Service and law enforcement for their swift response to the shooting incident.

US President Donald Trump has broken his silence on Sunday (May 24) after gunshots were fired outside the White House while he was negotiating the Iran deal inside. In a Truth Social post, Trump said that the gunman who opened fire on Secret Service officers outside the White House had a "violent history and possible obsession" with the building. He informed that the gunman is dead without revealing any other details about him. Trump also batted for his new secure ballroom after the incident saying that the the White House Correspondent’ Dinner shooting and this incident outside the White House is important for all future Presidents, “to get, what will be, the most safe and secure space of its kind ever built in Washington.” "Thank you to our great Secret Service and Law Enforcement for the swift and professional action taken this evening against a gunman near the White House, who had a violent history and possible obsession with our Country's most cherished structure," he said in a post on Truth Social. Also Read: Multiple gunshots fired near White House; Secret Service, FBI respond: Where is Donald Trump? Also Read: Trump says Iran-US agreement 'largely negotiated' What we know about the gunman? The gunman has been identified as Nasire Best, as per a report by the New York Post. He was 21-year-old and from Maryland. He was shot dead by secret service agents and the motive behind the attack remains unclear. According to reports by the New York Post and Fox News, the gunman, identified as Nasire Best from Maryland, was known to the Secret Service and had previously violated a court order directing him to stay away from the White House. Fox News reported that he was detained on June 26, 2025, after flagging down agents and issuing threats, and again on July 10, 2025, for entering a restricted area. Reuters described the suspect as an “emotionally disturbed person,” while the New York Post claimed he believed he was Jesus Christ.

Trump said the gunman who opened fire near the White House had a “violent history and possible obsession” with the building. Trump praised the Secret Service and law enforcement for their swift response to the shooting incident.

Trump breaks silence hours after White House shooting, bats for his 'safe and secure 'ballroom plan

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