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Iran seizes India-bound ship; video shows masked men climbing vessel
Iran has released a video showing the seizure of two merchant ships, including one bound for India, in the Strait of Hormuz.
Sensex crashes 1,600 points in 2 days: What's hurting markets?
The Indian stock market has been on a downward spiral for the past two sessions, with the Sensex and Nifty 50 crashing by nearly 1,600 points or almost 2%.
News of fresh talks with Iran 'possible' by Friday: Trump
United States President Donald Trump has hinted at potential new peace talks with Iran, possibly as early as Friday.
Gold, silver extend losses amid oil price surge, risk-on sentiment
Gold and silver prices have witnessed a dip in early trade today. The decline is mainly due to the easing geopolitical tensions after the US-Iran ceasefire extension, which has reduced the demand for safe-haven assets.
Oil prices surpass $100 as US-Iran peace talks remain stalled
Oil prices have witnessed a surge for the fourth consecutive day, as peace negotiations between the US and Iran remain stalled.
US Navy chief fired amid Iran war
United States Secretary of the Navy John Phelan was unexpectedly fired on Wednesday.
Iran lists reasons why negotiations with US are failing
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has accused the United States of sabotaging negotiations through contradictory actions and threats.
Iran hangs man for 'corruption on Earth'
Iran has executed a man convicted of "corruption on earth" and alleged ties to Israel's spy agency, Mossad.
India's fiscal deficit may hit 4.5% of GDP
India's fiscal deficit is projected to exceed the budgeted target, hitting 4.5% of GDP, research firm BMI said.
Iran still has thousands of missiles, drones: US intelligence
The Iranian military still possesses thousands of missiles and drones, according to a recent intelligence assessment.
Crude oil prices hover near $100 as US-Iran tensions linger
Crude oil prices have remained stable in early Asian trading on Wednesday, April 22.
Iran war impacts global condom supply; prices to rise 20-30%
Karex Berhad, the world's largest condom manufacturer, has announced plans to increase prices by 20-30% and possibly even more due to supply chain disruptions caused by the ongoing Iran war.
Iran fires at 2 ships hours after Trump's ceasefire announcement
Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard has opened fire on two container ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Sensex tanks over 800 points: What's behind today's decline?
The Indian stock market witnessed a major downturn on Wednesday, with the Sensex and Nifty 50 both seeing significant losses.
'Losing side cannot dictate terms': Iran mocks Trump's truce extension
Iran has reacted sharply to United States President Donald Trump's indefinite extension of the ceasefire.
Iran holds rallies featuring ballistic missile launcher
Iranian hardliners protested late Tuesday night as the two-week ceasefire with the US entered its 11th hour, with members of Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard bringing a ballistic missile on a mobile launcher to one event.
Trump extends Iran ceasefire but says blockade will remain
United States President Donald Trump has announced an extension of the ceasefire with Iran.
US's Iran war funds could have saved 87M lives: UN
The United Nations's humanitarian chief, Tom Fletcher, has slammed the United States for its spending on the ongoing war in Iran.
Scammers demand crypto payments for safe passage through Hormuz strait
Shipping companies with vessels stuck west of the Strait of Hormuz have been targeted by scammers.
Trump may attend Iran talks either 'in-person or virtually': Report
United States President Donald Trump may attend the upcoming peace talks with Iran, either in person or virtually, if a deal were to be signed, according to news agency Reuters.
'They will negotiate': Trump warns Iran will 'see problems' otherwise
United States President Donald Trump has warned Iran of "problems" if it doesn't negotiate.
Iranian supertanker breaches blockade after offloading 2M barrels of crude
An Iranian supertanker has reportedly breached a United States naval blockade and returned to Iranian waters after delivering two million barrels of crude oil.
Seized Iranian ship suspected of carrying dual-use cargo: Report
The United States seized the Iranian-flagged container ship Touska in the Gulf of Oman, suspecting it of carrying dual-use goods.
Oil prices dip as US-Iran peace talk expectations rise
Oil prices fell on Tuesday, reversing the sharp gains from the previous session.
Iran rejects talks under threat; warns of new battlefield options
The second round of peace talks between the United States and Iran in Pakistan remains uncertain as Tehran has threatened to pull out after the US seized an Iranian-flagged vessel near the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump sends Vance, Kushner to Islamabad for Iran nuclear talks
United States President Donald Trump has dispatched a high-level delegation to Pakistan for crucial talks with Iranian leaders.
US CENTCOM posts video of blockade enforcement by helicopter
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has released a video showing American forces enforcing a naval blockade around Iran.
US won't lift Iran port blockade until deal reached: Trump
United States President Donald Trump has said that the country will not lift its blockade on Iranian ports until a deal is reached with Tehran.
Foreign airlines can now operate in Qatar again
The Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) has announced the gradual resumption of operations for foreign airlines at Hamad International Airport.
India in touch with Iran over Hormuz safe passage: MEA
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has confirmed that India is in contact with Iran and other relevant nations to ensure the safe passage of its vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
Watch: Irish priest's sermon asking the Lord to 'take' Trump
An Irish priest's sermon has gone viral after he made a humorous remark about President Donald Trump.
'No plans yet': Iran on fresh talks with US
Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Esmail Baghaei, has said that there are currently no plans for the next round of negotiations with the United States in Islamabad.
'His impatience...': Trump excluded from control room during airmen rescue
President Donald Trump was reportedly furious after two American pilots went missing in Iran on Good Friday.
Sensex rebounds 650 points as markets shrug off US-Iran tensions
The Indian stock market has witnessed a significant recovery today, with the Sensex and Nifty trading in the green.
Japan's auto sector hit by aluminium shortage amid US-Iran war
Japan's auto industry is facing a major crisis as supply cuts from the Middle East have triggered an aluminium shortage.
Iran dials Pakistan's Shehbaz Sharif after US seizes cargo ship
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has contacted Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif after the United States seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, AP reported, citing Iranian media.
Gold, silver prices fall sharply amid US-Iran conflict escalation
Gold and silver prices have witnessed a sharp decline of up to 2.5% today.
Oil prices jump over 6% as Iran-US tensions escalate
Oil prices witnessed a major jump of over 6% on Monday, following a sharp decline of over 9% in the previous session.
Iran targets US military vessels after ship seizure in Oman
Iran has reportedly launched drone strikes on United States military vessels in the Sea of Oman.
US seizes Iranian cargo ship near Strait of Hormuz
The United States has seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship, TOUSKA, near the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran refuses to attend US talks in Pakistan
Iran has confirmed it will not participate in the second round of talks with the United States in Pakistan.
'No more Mr Nice Guy': Trump's latest threat to Iran
United States President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran over its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Hormuz can't stay open if US blockade remains: Iran
Iran has reiterated its decision to restrict maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, citing a US blockade on Iranian ports.
Iran-US talks 'progressing,' but final agreement still 'far': Iran
Iran has reported "progress" in peace talks with the United States, but a final agreement is still "far" off.
Iran can't blackmail us, says Trump on Strait of Hormuz
United States President Donald Trump has reacted to Iran's latest move to close the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route.
As Trump warms to Munir, US intel raises red flag
Pakistan's Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir has become the first foreign leader to visit Iran amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran.
Indian-flagged tanker among 2 vessels fired on in Hormuz
Two merchant vessels, including an Indian-flagged supertanker, came under fire while trying to transit the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, as Iran unexpectedly reversed its brief reopening of the strategic waterway and reinstated strict military control.
Iran shuts Hormuz again, accuses US of breaching obligations
Iran has once again tightened its grip on the strategic Strait of Hormuz, accusing the United States of violating a reopening agreement.
Iran threatens to close Hormuz after Trump's blockade insistence
Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf has warned United States President Donald Trump against continuing the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran says Strait of Hormuz open for all commercial vessels
Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, has announced that the Strait of Hormuz will be "completely open" for commercial vessels during the ongoing ceasefire.
UK, France invite India to join Hormuz security mission: MEA
The United Kingdom and France have invited India to join a joint effort to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday.
BSE m-cap rebounds to $5T, reversing war-led losses
The total market capitalization of all companies listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) has rebounded to the $5 trillion mark.