US-Iran tensions: Nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States kick off officially in Geneva
Nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States have officially begun in Geneva. Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei was quoted as saying by Hindustan Times on Thursday that Tehran is entering the third round of indirect talks with "seriousness and flexibility". He emphasised that the discussions will focus exclusively on nuclear issues and the removal of sanctions, according to Reuters.
2026-02-26 14:48US-Iran tensions: Third round of nuclear talks between Iran and the United States begin in Geneva
Iran's Foreign Ministry announced that the third round of indirect nuclear talks between Iran and the United States has started in Geneva. It began with an initial meeting between the Iranian and Omani foreign ministers. A convoy thought to be carrying American diplomats arrived on Thursday at the Omani residence in Geneva, where the indirect talks with Iran are scheduled to occur.
2026-02-26 14:27Russia launches missile and drone attack across Ukraine, around 20 injured
Russia attacked Ukraine with missiles and drones last night. This caused damage to residential buildings and injured around 20 people in the eastern and southern regions, local authorities informed on Thursday, reported Hindustan Times. Ballistic and cruise missiles hit Kyiv, the Kyiv region, and Kharkiv in the east. Drones targeted Zaporizhzhia in the south. The authorities have not yet revealed how many missiles and drones were used in the attack on Ukraine or the main targets that were hit.
2026-02-26 14:25Canada says India no longer linked to violent crimes
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will begin an official visit to India from February 26 to March 7, in what officials describe as a significant step toward stabilising bilateral ties and expanding economic cooperation after a period of diplomatic strain. Ahead of the visit, senior Canadian officials indicated that Ottawa no longer believes India is linked to ongoing violent criminal activity in Canada, a development seen as a potential turning point in relations. Read the full story here.
2026-02-26 14:25Ilhan Omar's guest arrested during Donald Trump's State of the Union address
A guest invited by Congresswoman Ilhan Omar was arrested by US Capitol Police during President Donald Trump's State of the Union address after allegedly violating rules governing conduct inside the congressional chamber. Omar, a Democrat from Minnesota, had invited Aliya Rahman, a Minneapolis resident and US citizen, to attend the event. According to Capitol Police, Rahman was detained after she stood during the speech in what authorities described as a demonstration. Read the full story here.
2026-02-26 14:24'Shaandaar!': PM Modi responds as Israel PM Netanyahu appears in traditional Indian attire to surprise his 'friend'
Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday shared a video of himself wearing traditional Indian attire ahead of a joint dinner with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing it as a special gesture for his "friend". "Before our joint dinner, I surprised my friend Prime Minister Modi by wearing traditional Indian attire," Netanyahu wrote in a post on X. Read the full story here.
2026-02-26 14:23Shootout near Cuba's coast leaves four dead
According to the Cuban government, the four people killed when Cuban border guards opened fire on a speedboat registered in the United States were Cuban citizens residing in the US. The incident, which occurred near the northern coast of Cuba on Wednesday, is now under review by both the Havana and US governments as tensions between the two countries escalate. Read the full story here.
