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Government
Former Pentagon Official: Iran Holds Upper Hand in Negotiations
DID Press: A former senior US War Department official has acknowledged that Iran is negotiating from a position of strength, as ongoing diplomatic talks in Switzerland continue to reshape expectations between Tehran and Washington. Mick Mulroy, who served in the…
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Development
Pakistan PM Joins Iran–US Talks in Switzerland Amid New Diplomatic Push
DID Press: Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Switzerland to take part in a new round of Iran–United States negotiations, held after the signing of a ceasefire framework agreement, according to official sources. The talks are being held…
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Economy
Hormuz Closure Followed by Halt in Israeli Strikes on Southern Lebanon
DID Press: Reports from Iranian media claim that no new Israeli attacks have been recorded in southern Lebanon since Iran announced a temporary closure of the Strait of Hormuz. However, no independent evidence has been presented to establish a direct…
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Government
Qatari Media: Trump Shifted from Threats Against Iran to Pragmatic Engagement
DID Press: A Qatari media outlet has highlighted what it describes as a significant shift in U.S. President Donald Trump’s approach toward Iran, arguing that his stance has evolved from threats and pressure to a more pragmatic acknowledgment of new…
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Children
Minab Tragedy Photo Wins Top International News Photography Award
DID Press: Iranian photographer Morteza Akhondi has won first place in the News Photography category of the 2026 Golden Shot Photography Awards, outperforming hundreds of entries submitted by photographers from around the world. The award-winning image captures an aerial view…
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Afghanistan
High-Level Afghan Delegation Expected at Funeral Ceremony for Ayatollah Khamenei
DID Press: A high-level delegation from Afghanistan is expected to travel to the Islamic Republic of Iran to attend the funeral ceremony of the late Supreme Leader, Grand Ayatollah Sayed Ali Khamenei, according to reports from Taliban-linked media outlets. The…
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Economy
US War Costs Linked to Iran Conflict Exceed $132B
DID Press: The New York Times reports, citing economic and security data, that the United States’ costs related to military and strategic confrontations involving Iran have surpassed $132 billion, placing significant financial pressure on taxpayers and consumers. According to estimates…
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Government
Islamabad Claims Key Diplomatic Role in Iran–US Agreement
DID Press: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has described the recent agreement between Iran and the United States as a major diplomatic breakthrough, stating that Pakistan’s mediation efforts have strengthened its international standing. Speaking in the National Assembly, Sharif said Islamabad…
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Economy
Oil Prices Fall After Iran–US Understanding Eases Supply Concerns
DID Press: Global oil prices declined in trading on Tuesday after a reported understanding between the United States and Iran eased concerns over potential disruptions to global energy supplies. Brent Crude fell 2.2 percent to $77.7 per barrel, while West…
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Government
Iran’s Missile Capabilities Become Focus of Debate After New Agreement
DID Press: Mark Rutte has described the reported end-of-war understanding between Iran and the United States as a positive step toward regional stability, while differing Western interpretations have emerged regarding the agreement’s implications for Iran’s missile program. According to reports,…
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