Iranian state media said Tehran sees increasing convergence in its talks with the United States, although significant differences remain unresolved. The report added that Iran’s nuclear programme is not part of the initial framework currently under discussion between the two sides.Tensions surrounding the Iran conflict intensified dramatically as the White House signalled growing military readiness while regional powers rushed to prevent a wider war. US President Donald Trump convened a high-level national security meeting amid reports that he is increasingly considering fresh strikes on Iran if ongoing negotiations collapse. The meeting came as the White House shared a brief video of a nuclear-capable B-2 stealth bomber launch shortly after a Pentagon official reportedly stated that “Iran airspace [has been] completely cleared”, drawing comparisons to the final hours before the March conflict erupted.At the same time, frantic diplomatic efforts unfolded across the region. Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir travelled to Tehran for late-night talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, where both sides discussed “latest diplomatic efforts and initiatives to prevent escalation of tensions” and end the ongoing US-Israel-Iran confrontation. A Qatari delegation also arrived in Tehran as part of mediation efforts aimed at securing a diplomatic breakthrough.Despite the push for negotiations, signs of progress remained limited. Iranian officials said talks were continuing but no final agreement was close, while US officials described the negotiations as “agonizing”. Reports suggested Trump had grown increasingly frustrated with the pace of diplomacy and was leaning more strongly towards military action unless a breakthrough emerges soon.The growing fears of renewed conflict also triggered political reactions within the United States. The National Iranian American Council warned against what it called a “foolish war”, saying escalating the conflict would be “wrong morally, strategically and politically”. The group argued that a diplomatic off-ramp remains available and pointed to rising public opposition in the US as fuel prices continue to surge because of the crisis.Taken together, the developments reflect a rapidly escalating geopolitical moment where military posturing, fragile diplomacy and global anxieties over energy security and nuclear escalation are converging at once.

India and the US are prioritizing 'Make in India' in defense cooperation, following recent talks between external affairs minister S Jaishankar and US secretary of State Marco Rubio. Discussions also covered energy security, trade, and advancements in critical technologies like semiconductors and AI, underscoring a deepening strategic alliance.

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MI vs RR Live Score, IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals will aim to keep their IPL 2026 playoff hopes alive when they take on Mumbai Indians at Wankhede Stadium on Sunday.Check Mumbai indians vs rajasthan royals live scoreFor Rajasthan Royals, the equation is simple. A win will take them to 16 points and keep them ahead of both Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders in the race for the final playoff spot. A defeat, however, will end their chances of qualifying.RR are currently fifth on the points table with 14 points. Mumbai Indians are already out of the tournament and will be playing for pride and a better finish on the table.The match could also test the fitness and endurance of both teams in expected hot and humid conditions.RR have lost more matches than they have won in their last five outings, but they will take confidence from playing at a venue with short boundaries.While teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has impressed at the top, much of the focus will be on Yashasvi Jaiswal, who scored a 32-ball 77 against Mumbai Indians earlier this season in Guwahati.Jaiswal returns to the ground where he scored his first IPL century three years ago and followed it up with another hundred against the same opposition the next season.