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Boris Johnson calls US war on Iran a ‘mistake’, urges India, US and UK to help reopen Hormuz and pressure Russia over Ukraine NEW DELHI: Former British PM Boris Johnson Saturday urged India, US and Britain to coordinate with one another on ending the Iran conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, while calling Washington’s war a “mistake” and pressing New Delhi to pressure Russia to end the Ukraine war. He also said that Putin is fated to lose the war with Ukraine.Speaking at the Economic Times World Leaders Forum, Johnson said it was “totally deranged” to believe that regime change in Iran could be achieved through air strikes. Iran must be prevented from acquiring nuclear weapons and sponsoring terrorism, but change in the country had to come from within. “We’ve got to find a deal with Iran,” he said, adding the countries should work together to lower oil prices and get ships moving.Johnson faulted US for not consulting Britain before the war, saying it had walked into an “obvious trap”. Yet, he described America as a hegemon he would prefer over China and said that allies must help it “back out” of the cul-de-sac. Trump, he added, was consultative and liked advice from friends, including Modi.Turning to Ukraine, Johnson told his Indian audience not to believe “propaganda” that Putin was in a position to win; he was “fated to lose” against Ukrainians’ desire for freedom. He backed giving Ukraine Tomahawks, transferring $140 billion of Putin’s cash held in Brussels and stopping trade in sanctioned Russian oil. Only Putin, not Trump or Zelenskyy, could end the war, he said.Acknowledging India’s “particular position” and historical closeness to Russia, Johnson said the conflict would not end without greater pressure on Moscow. He also called for deeper India-UK and India-US military cooperation, saying it would be “much more sensible”.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesJohnson was effusive about India and Modi. “The Indian story today is a really wonderful story,” he said, predicting an “incredible future” for India because it is a democracy and a free country. He also hailed the India-UK FTA, negotiations for which began when he was PM.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosYoutuber Ajeet Bharti Lists 4 Big Demands At Jantar Mantar, Calls For Reservation Reform And MeritPM Modi Meets BJP’s New Team At Delhi HQ As Party Pushes Vande Mataram Legacy Nationwide‘48 Hours Or Sit-In’: Abhijeet Dipke Warns After CJP Team Allegedly Attacked Near Jaipur SchoolIndiGo Delhi-Gorakhpur Flight Makes Two Go-Arounds, Suffers Tail Impact During Third LandingPunjab Gangster’s Thar Rams Coconut Seller During Police Chase, CCTV Captures Entire IncidentRajasthan School Crisis: 611 Schools Lack Buildings, Thousands More Face Unsafe InfrastructureBJP Builds Gen Z Team As Rahul Gandhi Takes Student Outreach To Pune With ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’SC-ST Act Repeal, Creamy Layer Demand: Protesters Seek Major Overhaul Of India’s Reservation SystemBCI Chief Manan Mishra Rejects CJP’s Resignation Demand, Says Lawyers Can Never Be CockroachesH1N1 Cases Rise In Delhi: Health Minister Nadda Holds Meet, Reviews Swine Flu Situation123Photostories5 signs you have a TOXIC wifeNayanthara’s ivory saree, gold choker and gajra are a masterclass in minimal but classic Onam style10 meaningful baby boy names inspired by positive human qualities10 famous foods that became popular when people had very little moneyFrom Ed Sheeran to Elton John: Stars who stay away from technologyBandhani to Leheriya: Indian textiles fashion lovers often mistake for each other7 telltale signs your ‘office bestie’ is quietly competing with youHair fall getting worse every monsoon? Expert explains what humidity, sweat and rainwater are doing to your scalp and how to prevent itFrom a net worth of over Rs 2,000 crores to a lavish house in Delhi: Shalini Passi’s luxurious lifestyleHow to wash citrus fruits properly to remove wax, germs and dirt123Hot PicksTCS laptop monitoring softwareTNEA counselling3 year practice ruleCM Revanth ReddyWeather tomorrowNEET UG 2026US-Canada tradeSIM card rulesBank holiday todayTop TrendingMumbai Rape AirhostessReservation Hatao AndolanLucknow Double Murder SuicideMadhapur Road AccidentMaharashtra Hill TragedyAbhijeet DipkeJharkhand Factory FireRahul GandhiBengaluru RapidoAston Martin Crash

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Boris Johnson calls US war on Iran a ‘mistake’, urges India, US and UK to help reopen Hormuz and pressure Russia over Ukraine NEW DELHI: Former British PM Boris Johnson Saturday urged India, US and Britain to coordinate with one another on ending the Iran conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, while calling Washington’s war a “mistake” and pressing New Delhi to pressure Russia to end the Ukraine war. He also said that Putin is fated to lose the war with Ukraine.Speaking at the Economic Times World Leaders Forum, Johnson said it was “totally deranged” to believe that regime change in Iran could be achieved through air strikes. Iran must be prevented from acquiring nuclear weapons and sponsoring terrorism, but change in the country had to come from within. “We’ve got to find a deal with Iran,” he said, adding the countries should work together to lower oil prices and get ships moving.Johnson faulted US for not consulting Britain before the war, saying it had walked into an “obvious trap”. Yet, he described America as a hegemon he would prefer over China and said that allies must help it “back out” of the cul-de-sac. Trump, he added, was consultative and liked advice from friends, including Modi.Turning to Ukraine, Johnson told his Indian audience not to believe “propaganda” that Putin was in a position to win; he was “fated to lose” against Ukrainians’ desire for freedom. He backed giving Ukraine Tomahawks, transferring 0 billion of Putin’s cash held in Brussels and stopping trade in sanctioned Russian oil. Only Putin, not Trump or Zelenskyy, could end the war, he said.Acknowledging India’s “particular position” and historical closeness to Russia, Johnson said the conflict would not end without greater pressure on Moscow. He also called for deeper India-UK and India-US military cooperation, saying it would be “much more sensible”.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesJohnson was effusive about India and Modi. “The Indian story today is a really wonderful story,” he said, predicting an “incredible future” for India because it is a democracy and a free country. He also hailed the India-UK FTA, negotiations for which began when he was PM.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosYoutuber Ajeet Bharti Lists 4 Big Demands At Jantar Mantar, Calls For Reservation Reform And MeritPM Modi Meets BJP’s New Team At Delhi HQ As Party Pushes Vande Mataram Legacy Nationwide‘48 Hours Or Sit-In’: Abhijeet Dipke Warns After CJP Team Allegedly Attacked Near Jaipur SchoolIndiGo Delhi-Gorakhpur Flight Makes Two Go-Arounds, Suffers Tail Impact During Third LandingPunjab Gangster’s Thar Rams Coconut Seller During Police Chase, CCTV Captures Entire IncidentRajasthan School Crisis: 611 Schools Lack Buildings, Thousands More Face Unsafe InfrastructureBJP Builds Gen Z Team As Rahul Gandhi Takes Student Outreach To Pune With ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’SC-ST Act Repeal, Creamy Layer Demand: Protesters Seek Major Overhaul Of India’s Reservation SystemBCI Chief Manan Mishra Rejects CJP’s Resignation Demand, Says Lawyers Can Never Be CockroachesH1N1 Cases Rise In Delhi: Health Minister Nadda Holds Meet, Reviews Swine Flu Situation123Photostories5 signs you have a TOXIC wifeNayanthara’s ivory saree, gold choker and gajra are a masterclass in minimal but classic Onam style10 meaningful baby boy names inspired by positive human qualities10 famous foods that became popular when people had very little moneyFrom Ed Sheeran to Elton John: Stars who stay away from technologyBandhani to Leheriya: Indian textiles fashion lovers often mistake for each other7 telltale signs your ‘office bestie’ is quietly competing with youHair fall getting worse every monsoon? Expert explains what humidity, sweat and rainwater are doing to your scalp and how to prevent itFrom a net worth of over Rs 2,000 crores to a lavish house in Delhi: Shalini Passi’s luxurious lifestyleHow to wash citrus fruits properly to remove wax, germs and dirt123Hot PicksTCS laptop monitoring softwareTNEA counselling3 year practice ruleCM Revanth ReddyWeather tomorrowNEET UG 2026US-Canada tradeSIM card rulesBank holiday todayTop TrendingMumbai Rape AirhostessReservation Hatao AndolanLucknow Double Murder SuicideMadhapur Road AccidentMaharashtra Hill TragedyAbhijeet DipkeJharkhand Factory FireRahul GandhiBengaluru RapidoAston Martin Crash


India can help US find a way from Iran trap: Former British PM Boris Johnson
Boris Johnson calls US war on Iran a ‘mistake’, urges India, US and UK to help reopen Hormuz and pressure Russia over Ukraine

NEW DELHI: Former British PM Boris Johnson Saturday urged India, US and Britain to coordinate with one another on ending the Iran conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, while calling Washington’s war a “mistake” and pressing New Delhi to pressure Russia to end the Ukraine war. He also said that Putin is fated to lose the war with Ukraine.Speaking at the Economic Times World Leaders Forum, Johnson said it was “totally deranged” to believe that regime change in Iran could be achieved through air strikes. Iran must be prevented from acquiring nuclear weapons and sponsoring terrorism, but change in the country had to come from within. “We’ve got to find a deal with Iran,” he said, adding the countries should work together to lower oil prices and get ships moving.Johnson faulted US for not consulting Britain before the war, saying it had walked into an “obvious trap”. Yet, he described America as a hegemon he would prefer over China and said that allies must help it “back out” of the cul-de-sac. Trump, he added, was consultative and liked advice from friends, including Modi.Turning to Ukraine, Johnson told his Indian audience not to believe “propaganda” that Putin was in a position to win; he was “fated to lose” against Ukrainians’ desire for freedom. He backed giving Ukraine Tomahawks, transferring $140 billion of Putin’s cash held in Brussels and stopping trade in sanctioned Russian oil. Only Putin, not Trump or Zelenskyy, could end the war, he said.Acknowledging India’s “particular position” and historical closeness to Russia, Johnson said the conflict would not end without greater pressure on Moscow. He also called for deeper India-UK and India-US military cooperation, saying it would be “much more sensible”.

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Air Marshal Kapoor (Retd) did not totally rule out the role of Tejas Mk2 in future NEW DELHI: Less than two months after retirement as the IAF’s vice chief, Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor (Retd) has slammed the delay in the delivery of Tejas (LCA) fighter jet by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited to the air force, saying, “why must it be that a machine that was promised to us so many years back with a certain set of capabilities continues to be denied to us on one pretext or the other”.In an interview to NDTV, the IAF veteran said, “Why must we be hamstrung because someone somewhere has not been able to keep their promises?”The delivery of the indigenous LCA Tejas Mk1A jets by HAL to the IAF has faced multi-year delays, primarily caused by late supplies of F404-IN20 engines by American GE company, complex mission software validation, and stringent operational requirements set by the IAF.When asked if advanced Tejas Mk-2 may be operationally relevant when it starts entering service in big numbers in mid 2030s at a time when China is already raising its fleet of its 5th-generation fighter jet, the former vice-chief said, “No, operationally, definitely no.”With China on its way to deploying 500 5th-generation J-20 fighters by 2030, India is still struggling to get the delivery of the first squadron by 4.5-generation Tejas Mk1A. Though the IAF had placed orders for a total of 180 Tejas Mk1A fighter jets long ago, HAL hopes to deliver the first 18-25 Tejas Mk1A only by March 2027.Air Marshal Kapoor (Retd) did not totally rule out the role of Tejas Mk2 in future when he said, “You can have a certain number of those 5th generation and 6th generation fighters, but given the size of the country, you won’t be able to deploy them everywhere. So those gaps which continue to remain to be filled will have to be filled by this class of aircraft.” “I want Tejas Mk-2 to come, I want India’s 5th-gen AMCA to come. But they must come at a much faster speed,” he said.When asked about Russia’s 5th-gen fighter jet Su-57, the former vice-chief said when the Russian fighter is compared to western jets like American F-35, western jets have an edge over the Su-57 as they have better avionics and stealth.Air Marshal Kapoor (Retd) suggested that India should partner with an European consortium working on state-of-the-art sixth generation platforms. “There are other things that are happening — why not join FCAS (Future Combat Air System is the European programme for 6th generation jet under development by French Dassault Aviation, Airbus and Indra Sistemas) Why not GCAP (Global Combat Air Programme is a multinational initiative led by Italy, Japan, and UK to jointly develop a sixth-generation jet).Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelines”“’You are probably going with a consortium which has got a good record of delivery, of development. Why go through this Gen 4, Gen 4.5 steps when you know the next best thing is already being thought of and why not just join up there?,” the IAF veteran said.Get the latest India News and Live updates. 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Police arrested a 28-year-old man for allegedly being in contact with a Pakistani criminal gang through Instagram in Doddaballapur, Karnataka. NEW DELHI: A 25-year-old AC mechanic was arrested in Karnataka on charges of a terrorist act after police allegedly found he was in contact with Pakistan-based gangsters through social media, officials said on Friday.The accused, identified as Syed Abubakar, a resident of Islampur, was arrested by Doddaballapur Town police after a tip-off led them to examine his mobile phone and alleged online activities.Police said Abubakar was using an Instagram account named “sayedabudakar 313” and had allegedly liked reels featuring Pakistan-based gangsters posted by an account identified as “Hammadmemon 333”.According to the FIR, Abubakar had also uploaded videos of gangsters as Instagram status updates and shared his identity card with the “Hammadmemon 333” account. Several photographs of pistols were also allegedly found on his phone.The case came to light after a police constable attached to Doddaballapur Town police station received information on August 20 that Abubakar was allegedly involved in suspicious dealings with people from Pakistan.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesActing on the tip-off, the constable went to Islampur Circle at around 11 am, where he found Abubakar and questioned him. Police said the accused failed to give satisfactory answers and attempted to leave the spot.The subsequent examination of his mobile phone allegedly revealed his Instagram activity and his interactions with the Pakistan-linked account.The FIR alleged that Abubakar could potentially attempt to instigate youths against India and engage in activities detrimental to the sovereignty of the country.Police have registered a case under Section 113(3) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, relating to a terrorist act, and Section 197(2), concerning imputations or assertions prejudicial to national integration.Further investigation is underway to identify and trace the alleged radicalised individual with whom Abubakar was communicating through Instagram, police said.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosYoutuber Ajeet Bharti Lists 4 Big Demands At Jantar Mantar, Calls For Reservation Reform And MeritPM Modi Meets BJP’s New Team At Delhi HQ As Party Pushes Vande Mataram Legacy Nationwide‘48 Hours Or Sit-In’: Abhijeet Dipke Warns After CJP Team Allegedly Attacked Near Jaipur SchoolIndiGo Delhi-Gorakhpur Flight Makes Two Go-Arounds, Suffers Tail Impact During Third LandingPunjab Gangster’s Thar Rams Coconut Seller During Police Chase, CCTV Captures Entire IncidentRajasthan School Crisis: 611 Schools Lack Buildings, Thousands More Face Unsafe InfrastructureBJP Builds Gen Z Team As Rahul Gandhi Takes Student Outreach To Pune With ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’SC-ST Act Repeal, Creamy Layer Demand: Protesters Seek Major Overhaul Of India’s Reservation SystemBCI Chief Manan Mishra Rejects CJP’s Resignation Demand, Says Lawyers Can Never Be CockroachesH1N1 Cases Rise In Delhi: Health Minister Nadda Holds Meet, Reviews Swine Flu Situation123PhotostoriesNayanthara’s ivory saree, gold choker and gajra are a masterclass in minimal but classic Onam style10 meaningful baby boy names inspired by positive human qualities10 famous foods that became popular when people had very little moneyFrom Ed Sheeran to Elton John: Stars who stay away from technologyBandhani to Leheriya: Indian textiles fashion lovers often mistake for each other7 telltale signs your ‘office bestie’ is quietly competing with youHair fall getting worse every monsoon? Expert explains what humidity, sweat and rainwater are doing to your scalp and how to prevent itFrom a net worth of over Rs 2,000 crores to a lavish house in Delhi: Shalini Passi’s luxurious lifestyleHow to wash citrus fruits properly to remove wax, germs and dirtMen with heart disease may face a higher cancer risk, study suggests: 7 simple ways to keep your heart healthy and happy123Hot PicksTCS laptop monitoring softwareTNEA counselling3 year practice ruleCM Revanth ReddyWeather tomorrowNEET UG 2026US-Canada tradeSIM card rulesBank holiday todayTop TrendingMumbai Rape AirhostessReservation Hatao AndolanLucknow Double Murder SuicideMadhapur Road AccidentMaharashtra Hill TragedyAbhijeet DipkeJharkhand Factory FireRahul GandhiBengaluru RapidoAston Martin Crash

Police arrested a 28-year-old man for allegedly being in contact with a Pakistani criminal gang through Instagram in Doddaballapur, Karnataka. NEW DELHI: A 25-year-old AC mechanic was arrested in Karnataka on charges of a terrorist act after police allegedly found he was in contact with Pakistan-based gangsters through social media, officials said on Friday.The accused, identified as Syed Abubakar, a resident of Islampur, was arrested by Doddaballapur Town police after a tip-off led them to examine his mobile phone and alleged online activities.Police said Abubakar was using an Instagram account named “sayedabudakar 313” and had allegedly liked reels featuring Pakistan-based gangsters posted by an account identified as “Hammadmemon 333”.According to the FIR, Abubakar had also uploaded videos of gangsters as Instagram status updates and shared his identity card with the “Hammadmemon 333” account. Several photographs of pistols were also allegedly found on his phone.The case came to light after a police constable attached to Doddaballapur Town police station received information on August 20 that Abubakar was allegedly involved in suspicious dealings with people from Pakistan.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesActing on the tip-off, the constable went to Islampur Circle at around 11 am, where he found Abubakar and questioned him. Police said the accused failed to give satisfactory answers and attempted to leave the spot.The subsequent examination of his mobile phone allegedly revealed his Instagram activity and his interactions with the Pakistan-linked account.The FIR alleged that Abubakar could potentially attempt to instigate youths against India and engage in activities detrimental to the sovereignty of the country.Police have registered a case under Section 113(3) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, relating to a terrorist act, and Section 197(2), concerning imputations or assertions prejudicial to national integration.Further investigation is underway to identify and trace the alleged radicalised individual with whom Abubakar was communicating through Instagram, police said.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosYoutuber Ajeet Bharti Lists 4 Big Demands At Jantar Mantar, Calls For Reservation Reform And MeritPM Modi Meets BJP’s New Team At Delhi HQ As Party Pushes Vande Mataram Legacy Nationwide‘48 Hours Or Sit-In’: Abhijeet Dipke Warns After CJP Team Allegedly Attacked Near Jaipur SchoolIndiGo Delhi-Gorakhpur Flight Makes Two Go-Arounds, Suffers Tail Impact During Third LandingPunjab Gangster’s Thar Rams Coconut Seller During Police Chase, CCTV Captures Entire IncidentRajasthan School Crisis: 611 Schools Lack Buildings, Thousands More Face Unsafe InfrastructureBJP Builds Gen Z Team As Rahul Gandhi Takes Student Outreach To Pune With ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’SC-ST Act Repeal, Creamy Layer Demand: Protesters Seek Major Overhaul Of India’s Reservation SystemBCI Chief Manan Mishra Rejects CJP’s Resignation Demand, Says Lawyers Can Never Be CockroachesH1N1 Cases Rise In Delhi: Health Minister Nadda Holds Meet, Reviews Swine Flu Situation123PhotostoriesNayanthara’s ivory saree, gold choker and gajra are a masterclass in minimal but classic Onam style10 meaningful baby boy names inspired by positive human qualities10 famous foods that became popular when people had very little moneyFrom Ed Sheeran to Elton John: Stars who stay away from technologyBandhani to Leheriya: Indian textiles fashion lovers often mistake for each other7 telltale signs your ‘office bestie’ is quietly competing with youHair fall getting worse every monsoon? Expert explains what humidity, sweat and rainwater are doing to your scalp and how to prevent itFrom a net worth of over Rs 2,000 crores to a lavish house in Delhi: Shalini Passi’s luxurious lifestyleHow to wash citrus fruits properly to remove wax, germs and dirtMen with heart disease may face a higher cancer risk, study suggests: 7 simple ways to keep your heart healthy and happy123Hot PicksTCS laptop monitoring softwareTNEA counselling3 year practice ruleCM Revanth ReddyWeather tomorrowNEET UG 2026US-Canada tradeSIM card rulesBank holiday todayTop TrendingMumbai Rape AirhostessReservation Hatao AndolanLucknow Double Murder SuicideMadhapur Road AccidentMaharashtra Hill TragedyAbhijeet DipkeJharkhand Factory FireRahul GandhiBengaluru RapidoAston Martin Crash

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