US-Israel-Iran War LIVE UPDATES | Newly elected Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei to address nation shortly
First message from Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, will be released within minutes, Iranian state media reported on Thursday.
Recognising legitimate rights
Payment of reparations
Firm international guarantees against future aggressions
Bangladesh has reportedly sought permission from the US to buy oil from Russia amid soaring fuel prices.
PTC Web Desk: The conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran entered its 11th day on Tuesday, with tensions continuing to rise across the Middle East. Amid the escalating situation, US President Donald Trump held a one-hour phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday night.
According to Trump, the discussion focused on the ongoing Iran conflict as well as the war between Russia and Ukraine. During the call, Putin reportedly expressed Russia’s willingness to help mediate and bring an end to the Iran war.
However, Trump said he suggested that Russia should instead prioritise efforts to resolve the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Speaking to reporters in Florida, Trump noted that this was his first direct conversation with Putin since the Iran war began, at a time when tensions in the Middle East remain extremely high.
Trump also made a major claim regarding the military campaign, stating that the United States has sunk 51 Iranian vessels and targeted thousands of military positions in the past ten days of the conflict.
Five Iranian women footballers granted asylum in Australia
Meanwhile, a separate development related to Iran’s national football team has also drawn international attention.
After Iran’s women’s football team was eliminated from the AFC Women's Asian Cup, five Iranian players were granted humanitarian visas by Australia, allowing them to remain in the country for safety reasons.
Australia’s Immigration Minister Tony Burke confirmed that the players have been moved to a secure location under police protection.
The footballers granted visas include Fatemeh Pasandideh, Zahra Ghanbari, Zahra Sarbali, Atefeh Ramazanzadeh, and Mona Hamoudi. Officials said other members of the team could also seek similar protection if they choose.
The situation escalated after the Iranian team refused to sing the national anthem before a match against South Korea last week, triggering backlash from some groups in Iran who demanded strict action against the players.
Concern over their safety grew after the incident, prompting authorities in Australia to step in.
Supporters also gathered outside Gold Coast Stadium, where hundreds of people raised slogans such as “Save Our Girls” and urged authorities to ensure the players’ safety.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed that the humanitarian visas allow the athletes to live, work and study in Australia.
Trump had earlier said that the United States would also consider offering protection to the players if required.
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- With inputs from agencies
