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“Hypocritical behaviour”: Iran says US not complying with nuclear non-proliferation treaty
May 2, 2026New York , May 3 (ANI): Iran's mission to the United Nations in New York on Saturday (local time) sharply criticised the United States over nuclear weapons policy, accusing Washington of "hypocritical behaviour" and "non-compliance" of... -
“Committed to assisting Americans”: US State Department monitors Spirit Airlines disruptions amid shutdown
May 2, 2026Washington DC , May 3 (ANI): The US Assistant Secretary of State for Global Public Affairs, Dylan Johnson, on Saturday (local time) said that the State department is monitoring potential disruptions affecting passengers after the ultra-low-cost... -
Chinese firm shuts Gwadar plant in Pakistan, lays off workers amid losses
May 2, 2026Karachi , May 3 (ANI): A Chinese company operating in Pakistan's Gwadar Free Zone shut down its factory and terminated all employees, citing an unworkable business climate and mounting financial losses on Friday, according to The... -
Representative of Iran’s Supreme Leader says strong India ties evident by Tehran allowing Indian ships through Hormuz
May 2, 2026Bengaluru (Karnataka) , May 2 (ANI): Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in India Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi on Saturday underscored the depth of India-Iran relations, stating that Tehran allowing Indian ships to pass through the Strait... -
Using Hormuz as “bargaining chip” would exacerbate crisis: Qatar urges Iran to move towards de-escalation
May 2, 2026Doha , May 2 (ANI): Qatar on Saturday urged Iran to adhere to provisions of international law, the UN charter, and prioritise the interests in the region amid the security situation in West Asia, with the... -
Beijing strikes back: China invokes first-ever “blocking order” against US sanctions
May 2, 2026Beijing , May 2 (ANI): In a sharp escalation of trade hostilities, China's Ministry of Commerce (MOC) on Saturday issued a formal blocking measure prohibiting domestic entities from complying with US sanctions, Xinhua reported. The move... -
Abu Dhabi launches global autism awareness campaign
May 2, 2026Abu Dhabi , May 2 (ANI/WAM): Under the patronage of Moza bint Suhail, the Executive Committee of the International Autism Conference has announced the launch of a global awareness campaign under the slogan "Smile... Your Smile... -
Iran’s Deputy FM says Tehran’s proposal to US aimed at “permanently ending imposed war”
May 2, 2026Tehran , May 2 (ANI): Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, on Saturday confirmed that Tehran's recent diplomatic proposal to the United States, presented via Pakistan as a mediator, is intended... -
EAM Jaishankar makes stopover in Zurich en route to 3-nation Caribbean visit
May 2, 2026Zurich , May 2 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Jaishankar made a brief stopover in Zurich on Saturday while en route to his official visit to Caribbean nations, including Jamaica, Suriname and Trinidad and Tobago.The Embassy of... -
West Asia developments: India facilitates movement of 2490 Indian nationals out of Iran so far
May 2, 2026New Delhi , May 2 (ANI): Amid the evolving situation in West Asia, the Ministry of External Affairs continues its focused efforts on ensuring the safety, security and welfare of the Indian community in the region....
