Indonesian billionaire Michael Bambang Hartono dies at 86
The cause of death was not immediately clear. Alongside his brother Robert, Budi Hartono, Michael Hartono was worth an estimated $43.8 billion, according to Forbes in 2025, putting them at the top of Indonesia's rich list
UAE authorities said they had dismantled a errorist network funded and operated by Lebanon's Hezbollah and Iran, and arrested its members
Trump draws parallel between Pearl Harbor and U.S. strikes on Iran in meeting with Japanese PM
The Japanese attack on the U.S. naval base in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii on Dec. 7, 1941, killed 2,390 Americans, and the U.S. declared war on Japan the next day
Trump, Netanyahu split on gas field attack, raise questions about whether theyre in sync on war
The attack by Israel on the South Pars gas field prompted Iran to retaliate against energy infrastructure in other West Asian countries
UAE says it dismantled 'terrorist network' funded by Iran and Hezbollah
According to the state news agency, the network was involved in money laundering, financing terrorism and threatening national security
U.S. F-35 stealth fighter hit by suspected Iranian fire: reports
The United States has lost multiple aircraft during the conflict including three F-15s mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti forces, and a KC-135 refueling aircraft that crashed in Iraq but none that are known to have been hit by Iranian fire
Oil, power, and politics of disruption
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupts a vital artery of the global economy, triggering price increases and turmoil in energy markets; as supply shocks reshape the geopolitics of energy, countries like India, the U.S., and Russia recalibrate strategies amid shifting oil flows and rising dependence
EU lawmakers vote to advance U.S. trade deal
Many lawmakers have complained the trade deal is one-sided, with the EU required to cut most import duties while the U.S. sticks to a broad rate of 15%
China calls killing of Irans Larijani, leaders unacceptable
We have always opposed the use of force in international relations. The acts of killing Iranian state leaders and attacking civilian targets are even more unacceptable, Chinas Foreign Ministry spokesman said
Thailand Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to remain in power following Parliament vote
The leader of the Bhumjaithai Party garnered 293 votes, exceeding the required majority of the 498 members who attended the session in the House of Representatives
Russia-Ukraine peace talks paused amid Iran war: report
Izvestia said the Kremlin had confirmed the pause and that the Iran war could push Kyiv towards compromise.
Hong Kong's deadliest fire: Probe begins evidence hearings
Committee's lead lawyer Victor Dawes said the evidence showed that multiple factors came together to produce the disaster
FBI investigating whether departed U.S. counterterrorism official Joe Kent leaked classified info
It comes as the U.S. Justice Department has undertaken multiple investigations over the last year into political foes of President Donald Trump
SC dissolves NRI marriage, refuses to recognise US decree
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has dissolved the marriage between an NRI couple, invoking its extraordinary powers under Article 142 of the Constitution to ensure complete justice after holding that the relationship had irretrievably broken down with no possibility of reconciliation. Allowing an appeal filed by the husband, a Bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
U.S. eases Venezuela oil sanctions as Trump seeks to boost world oil supply during Iran war
The Treasury issued a broad authorization allowing Petrleos de Venezuela S.A., or PDVSA, to directly sell Venezuelan oil to U.S. companies and on global markets
Csar Chavez accused of sexually abusing labor rights leader Dolores Huerta and others
Labor rights activist Dolores Huerta revealed she was among women and girls who say they were sexually abused by Csar Chavez, the long-admired Latino icon, while he led the United Farm Workers union
FBI on hunt for Indian national in mail and wire fraud conspiracy
In a post on X, the FBI said Patel, also known as Kenny Patel, would be about 35 and is believed to be residing or travelling between Illinois and Pennsylvania
Nigerian soldiers repel an attack on a base and kill 80 Islamic militants, Army says
The militants, suspected members of Boko Haram or the Islamic State West Africa Province, were supported by multiple armed drones when they attacked the base in Mallam Fatori in the State of Borno
Indian killed in sudden highway shooting in Canada: Pick-up truck stopped, man inside opened fire
QatarEnergy reports 'extensive damage' after missile attacks on Ras Laffan industrial city
Qatar condemned in a statement the attack saying that it represents a direct threat to its national security
Bhumi Suposhan: Enriching Soil
(March 19-April 19 Campaign) Dr. Parveen Kumar* Soil is the most important and indispensible living natural resource. No form of life is possible without this resource. As a living resource, it is one of the most bio-diverse habitats on Earth hosting more than 50% of the planets species. A single teaspoon of healthy [] The post Bhumi Suposhan: Enriching Soil appeared first on Northlines .
Pakistan and Afghanistan announce Eid 'pause' in hostilities
Pakistans Information Minister, Attaullah Tarar, said the government agreed to a halt to its operations from March 19 to March 23 in good faith and in keeping with the Islamic norms
IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan to lead SunRisers as Pat Cummins ruled out with injury
Hyderabad:Wicketkeeper batter Ishan Kishan will lead Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for the first few matches of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, standing in for Australian legend Pat Cummins, who is yet to recover from a back injury, the franchise announced on Wednesday. SRH have also stated that No 1 T20 batter Abhishek Sharma will be Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan To Captain Sunrisers Hyderabad In Pat Cummins' Absence
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Wicketkeeper batter Ishan Kishan will lead Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for the first few matches of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, standing in for Australian legend Pat Cummins, who is yet to recover from a back injury, the franchise announced on Wednesday. SRH have also stated that No.1 T20I batter Abhishek Sharma will be Kishan's deputy during this period. Pat Cummins will miss a few games while recovering from injury. Until he recovers, Ishan Kishan will be the Captain and Abhishek Sharma will be the Vice-Captain, SRH wrote in a post on X. Cummins has not played competitive cricket since the third Ashes Test in Adelaide in December 2025, after being out of action post the tour of West Indies due to a lumbar bone stress injury in his lower back. He was subsequently ruled out of the remaining Ashes matches and the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup due to the same issue. The all-rounder is expected to join the team in the later stages of IPL 2026. Kishan, who has been in the SRH camp since the 2025 IPL, captained Jharkhand to winning the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy title in the recent domestic season and has strong credentials to lead the side in Cummins absence. He has never captained any team in the IPL, and it will be his first stint as a leader in the world's biggest cricket league. He was subsequently ruled out of the remaining Ashes matches and the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup due to the same issue. The all-rounder is expected to join the team in the later stages of IPL 2026. Also Read: Live Cricket Score SRH, the IPL 2016 winners, will begin their IPL 2026 campaign against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on March 28. Article Source: IANS
Kishan to lead Sunrisers Hyderabad in Cummins' absence
Cummins, who is recuperating from a lumbar stress issue, is set to miss the early part of the season
Helicopter crashes while landing in Eastern Nepal while landing, one injured
The helicopter of Air Dynasty crashed while landing in Khotang District of Eastern Nepal while landing on a field, officials confirmed
One dead, another wounded in shooting at U.S. Air Force base in New Mexico
Security officials confirmed the base is safe and the lockdown was lifted
The Sunrisers acquiring Pakistan's Abrar Ahmed at The Hundred auction has spiralled into a major controversy
Early indications show Israel tank fire hit U.N. Lebanon base, Ghanaian peacekeepers wounded
UNIFIL faces increased risks amid Israeli-Hezbollah tensions; Mission fired on sporadically in recent months
U.N. says more than 36,000 Palestinians displaced by Israeli settlement drive
The United Nations said in a report covering 12 months to October 31, 2025, that Israel had accelerated the annexation of large parts of the West Bank, including East Jerusalem
India eases FDI rules: PN-3 tweak allows ESOPs, trades for NRIs in China, Nepal and Hong Kong
Indian companies can now offer stock options to employees in China, Nepal, and Hong Kong. Non-resident Indians and expats in these regions can also invest directly in Indian stocks. This change follows a subtle alteration in New Delhi's foreign direct investment rules. The move aims to ease talent management and hiring.
Top U.S. counterterrorism official resigns over Iran war, says Iran posed no imminent threat
As head of the National Counterterrorism Centre, Joe Kent was in charge of an agency tasked with analysing and detecting terrorist threats
Kurds seek a democratic Iran; we do not fight other powers wars, says Iranian Kurdish party
We do not act according to any other power. We ourselves will do what is necessary and we will make the necessary decisions accordingly, PJAK co-chair Peyman Viyan said
Gavaskar hits out at Sunrisers for signing Abrar Ahmed in Men's Hundred
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar calls franchise into question in scathing column in Indian newspaper
Irans security chief Larijani is killed, says Israel Defence Minister
Israel targeted Irans powerful national security chief Ali Larijani in an overnight strike, Israeli media reported
Watch: At UN General Assembly, India slams Pakistans air-bombing campaigns during Ramadan
Gavaskar Slams Sunrisers Leeds For Signing Pakistan Bowler
Players from Pakistan have not featured in the IPL since 2009 because of deep-seated diplomatic tensions between the two nations
Watch: We dont know if hes dead or not: Trump on Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei
The Escalation Trap in West Asia
Vance says he trusts Trump on war with Iran, plays down differences
The U.S. Vice-President said Mr. Trump has long said Iran should not obtain a nuclear weapon and that he agreed with him
Trump asks China to delay Xi summit as Iran war rages
Trump had been due to visit Beijing from March 31 to April 2 to reset ties and extend a U.S.-China trade truce, but the trip has been upended by the Iran conflict
Israel army says ground assault against Hezbollah underway in Lebanon
Lebanon said on Monday (March 16) that Israeli attacks have killed 886 people, including 111 children, in the country since the latest war erupted. More than 830,000 people have registered as displaced.
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has voiced strong disapproval of Sunrisers Leeds signing Pakistani cricketer Abrar Ahmed for The Hundred. Gavaskar believes Indian franchise owners should avoid Pakistani players due to the sensitive political climate. He argues that player fees indirectly contribute to Pakistan's government, potentially funding arms.
Fees paid to Pak players aid those killing Indians: Gavaskar slams Abrar signing by Sunrisers
Sunrisers Leeds' signing of Pakistani spinner Abrar Ahmed has ignited controversy in India, with Sunil Gavaskar urging Indian-owned franchises to avoid such deals. He argued that payments to Pakistani players indirectly fund their government, potentially harming India. While the franchise cited cricketing reasons, the BCCI stated it cannot intervene in foreign league decisions.
Fees To Pakistani, Contribute To Soldiers' Death: Gavaskar Warns SunRisers
A recent acquisition - Abrar Ahmed from Pakistan - by SunRisers Leeds, whose parent company is Indian-owned (Kavya Maran), created a furore across the nation
U.S. regulator threatens broadcasters over Iran war coverage
Since Israel and the United States first launched strikes on Iran, both Donald Trump and Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth have regularly swatted down critical stories as fake news
Why NRIs must be cautious buying property in India
Losses from unoccupied properties repaired remotely at a steep cost; distress from unscrupulous renters; unfamiliarity with local laws and sale procedures; inability to make frequent trips to sell property; and the possibility of dealing with underhand practices are real risks for NRI property investors.
NRIs buy DLF properties worth Rs 5,250 cr in Apr-Dec, contribute 32 pc to total sales
NEW DELHI, Mar 15:Realty major DLF has sold properties, mainly homes, worth Rs 5,250 crore to non-resident Indians (NRIs) in the April-December period of this fiscal, contributing one-third to the companys total sales bookings. According to the investors presentation, Indias largest realty firm DLF Ltds total sales bookings stood at Rs 16,176 crore in the first nine months of 2025-26. Out of this, DLF sold properties worth Rs 5,247 crore to NRIs across its various projects. The NRIs contribution in [] The post NRIs buy DLF properties worth Rs 5,250 cr in Apr-Dec, contribute 32 pc to total sales appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Can NRIs appoint a relative as power of attorney to manage property in India?
ET Wealth Reader's Query: Our daughter-in-law, an NRI in the USA, jointly owns a residential property in Mumbai with her sister, also an NRI based in the US. The property is currently under redevelopment. As both are unable to travel to India to complete the legal formalities, can they appoint their maternal uncle as their power of attorney (PoA) holder for all related tasks?
Sunburn: Fans Blow Hot At Sunrisers After Pak Player Picked
SRH stable mate in UK selects Pak spinner Abrar Ahmed for 2.34 cr
Boycott SRH Trends After SunRisers Leeds Picks Abrar
Social media platforms quickly filled with reactions, memes and criticism, as supporters questioned the decision and debated its impact on the squad
The Hundred Auction: SunRisers Leeds' X Account Suspended After Signing Pakistan's Abrar Ahmed
The SunRisers bought Abrar for GBP 190,000 (approximately 2.34 crore) at the auction in London
Sunrisers Leeds signing of Pakistans Abrar Ahmed sparks online outrage
The Sunrisers secured Ahmed for GBP 190,000 (approximately 2.34 crore) after a bidding war with the Trent Rockets
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The Hundred Auction 2026: Sunrisers Leeds signing of Pakistani leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed for The Hundred has sparked debate online, largely due to the long-standing political tensions between India and Pakistan. Despite the criticism, organisers reiterated that all player selections were made purely on cricketing merit rather than nationality. Several other Pakistani players also entered the auction, experiencing mixed outcomes.
Fans react after Sunrisers Leeds sign Pakistans Abrar for The Hundred
New Delhi: After Kavya Marans franchise Sunrisers Leeds bought Pakistan leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed for 190,000 pounds (Rs 2.3 crore) on Thursday in the inaugural mens Hundred auction, the decision drew backlash from many Indian supporters on social media. Abrar became the first Pakistani international signed by an Indian-owned franchise in the tournament. Leeds acquired Pakistan Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Sunrisers Hyderabad Indian Premier League 2026 Full Schedule: SRH will start their IPL 2026 campaign against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru on March 28 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. Check the complete Sunrisers Hyderabad fixtures list with match dates, timings, and venues for the first phase of the tournament.
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168th birth anniversary celebrations of Sri Nrisimha Bharati to commence in Tirupati on March 11
The upcoming season of the hit series, which centres on the complex relationship between mother Georgia Miller and her teenage daughter Ginny, has been widely anticipated since the third season premiered in June 2025.
Will US send troops to Iran for ground operation, and will Trump seize enriched uranium in Tehran with the help of special forces? Reports say the US is reviewing military options. These include a ground invasion or a special forces mission to secure Irans enriched uranium stockpile as tensions rise in the Middle East.
Sankashti Chaturthi 2026: Sankashti Chaturthi 2026, an auspicious festival of Hindus dedicated to Lord Ganesha, is being observed today. The devotees break their fast after sighting the moon and for today, the moonrise timing is 9.14 pm. People take a holy bath, offer ladoos and meetha paan to Lord Ganesha and chant mantras.
Goans in Gulf need not panic: NRI Commissioner
NT Reporter Panaji Amid the deepening crisis in Middle East in the wake of the US-Israel-Iran war, Commissioner for NRI Affairs Narendra Sawaikar said that many Goans who are stranded in the Gulf countries are in regular contact with the authorities and there was no need for them to panic at this juncture. Interacting with []
Israel-Telangana Association president Soma Ravi said the present situation was more severe compared to previous incidents.
Iran Missiles Raining in UAE, Say Gulf NRIs
Amid uncertainty, stranded passengers said hotel management responded quickly to the influx, adjusting restaurant hours and replenishing food supplies regularly. In the middle of all this, that calm efficiency gives some hope, a guest said.
Entrance To Iran's Natanz Enrichment Plant Bombed By US-Israel Says Watchdog
Entrances to Iran's underground and previously bombed uranium-enrichment plant at Natanz have been struck as part of the US-Israeli military attacks on the country, the UN nuclear watchdog confirmed on Tuesday.
IAEA confirms entrances to Iran's Natanz enrichment plant were bombed
The underground Fuel Enrichment Plant (FEP) is one of Irans three uranium-enrichment plants that are known to have been operating when Israel and the United States carried out strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities last June
Yonex-Sunrise J&K UT Masters Badminton Cship concludes
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 2: The Yonex-Sunrise J&K UT Masters (Veteran) Badminton Championship 2025 organized by Badminton Association of Jammu and Kashmir in collaboration with Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council, concluded today at Police Line Badminton Hall, Jammu. The two-day championship, witnessed enthusiastic participation across multiple veteran categories. Som Raj Gupta, senior player and former state champion, was the chief guest and distributed prizes among the winners and runners-up. Dr OD Sharma, Vice President of the Badminton Association of [] The post Yonex-Sunrise J&K UT Masters Badminton Cship concludes appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Worried Gulf NRIs Kin Offer Prayers, Stay Glued to TV
Sirens were sounded and emergency evacuations were made after one of the missiles landed at Fairmont hotel.
Irans nuclear ambassador alleges that US-Israeli airstrikes targeted the Natanz enrichment facility
VIENNA, March 2, 2026 (AP) Irans Ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency on Monday alleged that airstrikes by the United States and Israel targeted the Natanz enrichment facility in his country. That contradicts an assessment by the U.N. nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi who said that up to now the agency has no indication that nuclear facilities have been hit in Iran. Again they attacked Irans peaceful safeguarded nuclear facilities yesterday. Their justification that Iran wants to develop nuclear weapons is simply a big lie, Reza Najafi told reporters at the IAEA headquarters in Vienna, where a special
A lunar eclipse occurs on a full moon day when the Earth moves between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earths shadow to fall on the lunar surface
No Goans stranded, situation normal: NRI Commission urges calm
Panaji: The Goa NRI Commission has said that the situation in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) remains normal and that no information has been received about Goans being stranded, even as tensions escalate in the Middle East and flights to Dubai and Bahrain from Dabolim have been cancelled. Commissioner for NRI Affairs Narendra Sawaikar said []
Nizamabad student dies in London fire that also killed his AP roommate
Hyderabad: An international student from Telanganas Nizamabad town living in London, United Kingdom, passed away on Friday, February 27, after battling for life for three days after a fire raged in his rented house in Croydon. Kamineni Sai Srikar, 26, along with his two roommates, was admitted to Croydon University Hospital after he sustained serious Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Total Lunar Eclipse On March 3; Most Parts Of India To Witness Event At Moonrise
SHIMLA, Feb 27: A total lunar eclipse would occur on March 3, coinciding with the full moon day of 12 Phalguna, 1947 Saka Era. The celestial event would be visible from most parts of India, barring a few locations in the extreme western region of the country . According to the official release issued by the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India, the eclipse will begin at 3:20 pm IST and conclude at 6:48 pm IST. The total phase [] The post Total Lunar Eclipse On March 3; Most Parts Of India To Witness Event At Moonrise appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Novartis settles with Henrietta Lacks estate over use of her stolen cells to advance medicine
Novartis has settled a lawsuit by the estate of Henrietta Lacks that alleged the pharmaceutical giant unjustly profited off her cells, which were taken from her tumor without her knowledge in 1951 and reproduced in labs to enable major medical advancements, including the polio vaccine
Urbanrise Launches "Whispers of Sky", Sholinganallur in Design Collaboration with Gauri Khan
Acclaimed designer Gauri Khan has, for the first time, collaborated with a South India based developer URBANRISE to co-create Whispers of Sky . ’ s upwardly mobile families and professionals. Spread over approximately 6.09 acres, the development will feature 623 premium residences, across high-rise towers in Phase 1, offering spacious 3 BHKs and an exclusive 4 BHK tower, crafted for contemporary urban living. Whispers of Sky, Sholinganallur Speaking about this Mr. Manoj Namburu- Chairman & Managing Director, Urbanrise said, “Customer delight is the benchmark we hold ourselves to. By partnering with the best in design and execution, we ensure our customers are proud owners of homes that exceed expectations. Our collaboration with Gauri Khan Designs is in that direction. The design values and aesthetics that Gauri Khan Designs brings to the table match our organization’s ethos." “I am confident that the discerning customers of Chennai will love this creation by Gauri Khan,” added Mr. Namburu. The residences at Urbanrise Whispers of Sky designed by Gauri Khan are designed with meticulous spatial planning, including grand double height lobbies, 10.2-foot floor-to-ceiling heights, and apartments that don’t share common walls with neighbours apartments to enhance privacy. Buyers can expect homes that emphasize natural light, ventilation and fluid movement between living spaces. ’ s play areas, landscaped jogging tracks and optimized wells. The community is designed to balance high energy urban living with pockets of wellness and relaxation. About Urbanrise Urbanrise, is South India’s Largest Real Estate Developer with over 22,000+ Happy Families, 72 million sq. ft. under development and a Real Estate Portfolio of Rs. 51,000 Cr. With the real estate sector contributing to 40% of global CO2 emissions – Urbanrise’s vision is to mitigate this, by building water surplus communities & generating clean power, thereby reducing 92 million tons of CO2 by 2125 which is equivalent to 2.8 years of Switzerland's carbon emissions. Underlining the organization’s concern & commitment to protection of the environment and built with Sustainability & Energy Efficiency in mind, Urbanrise is proud to announce the launch of its new project at Sholinganallur,Chennai - Whispers of Sky which has been pre-certified GOLD by IGBC (Indian Green Building Council). For more details: urbanrise.in .
Germany NRI In India To Attend Ex-Sarpanch's Funeral Dies In Kurukshetra Road Crash
Gurdeep Singh, who returned from Germany for his brother Surjit Singhs funeral in Satauda, died in a Kurukshetra road crash
PSG Have Been Toughened Up For Later Stages of Champions League: Luis Enrique
PSG were held 2-2 at the Parc des Princes in the second leg of their knockout-round playoff but advanced 5-4 on aggregate
NRI Reveals 6 Things They Are Grateful For After Returning To India From US
An NRI shares gratitude for returning to India after 10 years in the US, citing closeness to family and affordable living as key benefits.
Heated Rivalry author Rachel Reid reveals why release of next novel, Unrivaled is delayed to 2027
Author Rachel Reid has postponed the release of her upcoming novel Unrivaled to June 1, 2027, citing a busy schedule and worsening Parkinson's symptoms. Reid expressed her commitment to delivering the best possible book, with writing progressing well. Fans can anticipate further announcements this week, potentially easing the disappointment of the delay.
Durga Ashtami Vrat 2026 falls on February 24 and is dedicated to Goddess Durgas Mahagauri form. Devotees will observe prayers, fasting and special rituals, including Kumari Puja and Astra Puja. This auspicious occasion is believed to bring strength, protection and spiritual growth, while also preparing devotees for the upcoming Navratri celebrations.
Anil Agarwals London home is a great example of ultra-prime property, which is a characteristic of one of the most prestigious real estate markets in the world.
Field Study In Nirmal To Create Telangana Gulf NRI Policy
Telangana plans Gulf NRI policy for migrant welfare
Saudi Arabia may have uranium enrichment under deal with US
Dubai, Feb 20: Saudi Arabia could have some form of uranium enrichment within the kingdom under a proposed nuclear deal with the United States, congressional documents and an arms control group suggest, raising proliferation concerns as an atomic standoff between Iran and America continues. US Presidents Donald Trump and Joe Biden both tried to reach []
