Iran accuses US of violating June MoU after sanctions relief reversal

IANS | July 8, 2026 9:17 AM

Tehran, July 8 (IANS) Iran on Wednesday strongly condemned the United States' decision to revoke the temporary suspension of sanctions on Iranian oil sales, describing the move as a "clear violation" of Article 10 of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on June 18 and holding Washington responsible for the consequences of the decision.

FBI announces $50,000 reward for Goldy Brar amid crackdown on organised crime

IANS | July 8, 2026 9:16 AM

Washington, July 8 (IANS) The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on Wednesday announced a reward of up to USD 50,000 for information leading to the arrest of gangster Satinderjeet Singh, alias 'Goldy Brar', who is wanted for his alleged involvement in the Lawrence Bishnoi Organised Crime Group.

US hits Iran, revokes oil licence

IANS | July 8, 2026 9:08 AM

Washington, July 8 (IANS) The United States on Tuesday launched a new wave of CENTCOM air strikes on more than 80 Iranian military targets and simultaneously revoked a key Treasury licence allowing Tehran to sell oil, sharply escalating pressure after Iran allegedly attacked three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.