Strait of Hormuz: News
Sanctioned Russian oligarch's $500M superyacht slips through blockaded Hormuz
A 142-meter-long superyacht, the Nord, worth over $500 million, has crossed the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran lawmaker questions Pakistan's mediator role in US-Iran talks
An Iranian lawmaker has expressed skepticism about Pakistan's role as a mediator in ongoing negotiations.
Iranian foreign minister leaves for Moscow to meet Putin
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Monday.
Trump dispatches Witkoff, Kushner to Pakistan for Iran talks
United States President Donald Trump is sending his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, and special envoy Steve Witkoff to Pakistan this weekend.
Iran-US talks to be held in Pakistan, no direct meeting
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has arrived in Islamabad with a senior delegation, marking a new diplomatic push to revive stalled talks between Iran and the United States.
Airlines cut flights as US-Iran war drives up fuel costs
The ongoing conflict in West Asia has severely impacted flight operations, with disruptions becoming more frequent since late February.
Indian Navy identifies Hormuz as 'primary' area of interest
The Indian Navy has identified the Strait of Hormuz as a "primary area" of strategic interest in its maritime security strategy.
Oil prices dip as US-Iran peace talk expectations rise
Oil prices fell on Tuesday, reversing the sharp gains from the previous session.
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.
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.
'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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
India raises concerns over maritime crisis in Hormuz at UN
India has raised serious concerns over the ongoing maritime crisis in the Strait of Hormuz at the United Nations General Assembly.
Europe faces jet fuel crisis in 6 weeks: IEA
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has warned that Europe could face a severe shortage of jet fuel in as little as six weeks.
US, Iran eye April 16 talks; venue still undecided
The United States and Iran are reportedly planning a second round of talks after their first round in Islamabad ended without an agreement.
China warns US over naval blockade in Strait of Hormuz
China has issued a stern warning to the United States against its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
US-Iran talks: Washington wanted nuclear activity suspension for 20 years
The recent negotiations between the United States and Iran in Pakistan ended in an impasse over Tehran's nuclear activities.
Iran war could push 32M into poverty: UN body
The ongoing conflict in Iran could push over 32 million people globally into poverty, according to a report by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
Netanyahu's call to Vance derailed Iran-US talks, Tehran alleges
The United States and Iran failed to reach an agreement after nearly 21 hours of negotiations in Islamabad.
Iran-US talks: No agreement reached, says JD Vance
United States Vice President JD Vance has confirmed that no agreement was reached during 21 hours of negotiations with Iran in Pakistan.
US-Iran Islamabad talks extend to day two, Hormuz standoff deepens
The United States and Iran are set to continue high-level peace talks in Pakistan on Sunday, Iranian media reported.
US-Iran peace talks begin in Pakistan amid uncertainties
United States President Donald Trump has announced that peace talks with Iran have commenced in Pakistan.
US agrees to unfreeze Iranian assets in Qatar: Report
The United States has reportedly agreed to unfreeze Iranian assets held in Qatar and other foreign banks, a senior Iranian source told Reuters.
Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei disfigured, may have lost leg: Report
Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is recovering from serious injuries sustained in an airstrike that killed his father and predecessor, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to a report by Reuters, which cited three people close to his inner circle.
Iran loses track of mines it planted in Hormuz: Report
Iran is reportedly struggling to locate and remove naval mines it laid in the Strait of Hormuz, delaying safe passage through the vital waterway.
'No backup plan': Trump warns, as talks set to begin
United States President Donald Trump has warned that the country needs no backup plan if negotiations with Iran fail.
Iran's Ghalibaf flies with Minab victims' photos ahead of talks
A powerful image from inside a plane carrying Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf to Islamabad has set the emotional backdrop for high-stakes United States-Iran ceasefire talks.
'They better stop...': Trump warns Iran over Hormuz tanker fees
United States President Donald Trump has warned Iran over reports of tolls being charged on oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
Why global jet fuel crisis could last for months
The global jet fuel market is unlikely to stabilize in the near future, even after a tentative reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran rejects temporary ceasefire proposal, compiles own set of demands
Iran has rejected a proposal for a temporary ceasefire in exchange for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran conflict disrupts fertilizer supplies, triggering food crisis in Asia
The ongoing conflict in Iran has disrupted fertilizer shipments through the vital Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of a global food crisis.
Iran, US receive framework to end hostilities, immediate ceasefire
Iran and the United States have received a proposal to end hostilities and potentially reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a source aware of the proposals told Reuters.
Iran warns of 'devastating' retaliation if civilian targets hit
Iran has warned the United States of "much more devastating" retaliation if civilian targets are attacked.
'Lost the keys': Iranian embassy mocks Trump's Hormuz threat
The Iranian Embassy in Zimbabwe has taken a dig at United States President Donald Trump after his threats to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Pakistan proposes 2-phase ceasefire to halt US-Iran conflict: Report
In a last-ditch effort to prevent further escalation of the US-Iran conflict, mediators, including Pakistan, have proposed a two-phase ceasefire plan.
Trump extends Iran deadline for Hormuz reopening, warns of consequences
United States President Donald Trump extended the deadline for Iran to negotiate the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz by 24 hours on Sunday.
'Open the f*cking strait': Trump threatens Iran
United States President Donald Trump has issued a profanity-laced message on social media, demanding that Iran open the Strait of Hormuz.
'Strait of Hormuz has to open': Former Indian diplomat
Former Indian Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, Sanjay Sudhir, has warned that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is now a food security issue for millions.
Iran calls Trump's 48-hour nuclear deal ultimatum 'unbalanced, stupid'
Iran has dismissed United States President Donald Trump's recent threat to destroy its vital infrastructure if a peace deal is not reached within 48 hours.
48 hours before 'all hell rains down': Trump warns Iran
United States President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran, giving it 48 hours to either reach an agreement or reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Govt ramps up LPG supply amid crisis amid Hormuz crisis
The Indian government has announced a series of measures to ensure an uninterrupted fuel supply and gas access in light of the ongoing crisis in West Asia. The measures also include support for Indians stranded abroad.
Seventh Indian LPG tanker crosses Hormuz; 17 ships still stranded
The Indian LPG tanker, Green Sanvi, has successfully crossed the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.
Trump claims 'Iran wants ceasefire', wants Hormuz open as precondition
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran's President, Masoud Pezeshkian, has sought a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict.
UK will not intervene in Iran war: Keir Starmer
United Kingdom Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has ruled out Britain's involvement in the ongoing conflict in Iran.
Trump considering quitting NATO, calls alliance a 'paper tiger'
United States President Donald Trump has indicated that he is seriously considering pulling the US out of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).
Pakistan, China jointly propose five-part peace plan for Middle East
Pakistan and China have jointly proposed a five-part peace plan for the Middle East.
Iran confirms direct contact with US amid ongoing war
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has confirmed that he is in direct contact with the United States special envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff.
'We'll be leaving very soon': Trump to end Iran war
United States President Donald Trump has said that the US could leave the ongoing conflict with Iran within two to three weeks.
Iran to impose toll on ships passing through Hormuz strait
Iran's Parliamentary Security Commission has approved a plan to impose tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
'Grab their oil installations': Trump resurfaces 1987 interview on Iran
United States President Donald Trump has resurfaced a 1987 interview where he advocated for seizing Iranian oil installations.
Trump willing to end Iran war, despite closed Strait: Report
United States President Donald Trump has reportedly told his aides that he is ready to end the military campaign against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed.
Iran denies direct US talks in Pakistan, says demands relayed
Iran has rejected Pakistan's claim of hosting direct talks between the United States and Iran.
Iranian strike kills Indian worker at Kuwait desalination plant
An Iranian strike on a power and water desalination plant in Kuwait has left one Indian worker dead.
Pakistan hosts 4-nation foreign ministers meeting for US-Iran talks
Pakistan is hosting a two-day meeting of foreign ministers from Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and itself in Islamabad, according to Al Jazeera.
PM Narendra Modi, Mohammed bin Salman discuss West Asia conflict
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince and Prime Minister HRH Mohammed bin Salman on Saturday.
US deploys over 3,500 Marines and sailors aboard USS Tripoli
The United States has deployed over 3,500 Marines and sailors to the Middle East as tensions with Iran escalate.
Trump praises Modi as leader who 'gets things done'
United States President Donald Trump has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a leader who "gets things done."
Jag Vasant docks at Kandla with 47,600 MT LPG
The Indian-flagged LPG vessel, Jag Vasant, reached the Kandla Port in Gujarat on Friday morning. The ship was carrying 47,600 metric tons of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), according to Moneycontrol.