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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has delivered a sharp warning against Tehran’s latest maritime manoeuvres, declaring that Washington will not tolerate any attempt by Iran to control or monetise access to the Strait of Hormuz.His remarks came as reports surfaced that Iran is discussing a permanent toll arrangement with Oman for ships transiting the strategic waterway, a move he described as a
India is preparing to send oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since the Iran conflict began, marking a significant step towards restoring energy flows from the Middle East.The plans have been finalised and vessels will attempt crossings once the government grants final approval. State‑owned Shipping Corporation of India is ready to resume operations in the Persian Gulf
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has issued a firm directive that enriched uranium must not leave the country, directly rejecting US President Donald Trump’s central demand in ongoing peace negotiations.This hardened stance was reported by Reuters, citing two senior Iranian sources, and marks a significant escalation in the diplomatic impasse between Tehran and Washington.Trump
Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation has confirmed that the new two‑seat Su‑57D Felon stealth fighter completed its maiden flight on 19 May 2026, piloted by Sukhoi chief test pilot Sergei Bogdan.The aircraft introduces a tandem cockpit, intended to serve as both a combat trainer and a command‑and‑control platform, with export ambitions targeting Algeria, India, and North Korea.The Su‑57D
The United States has submitted a fresh ceasefire proposal to Iran, which Tehran is now reviewing amid deep distrust and unresolved disputes over nuclear enrichment, frozen assets, and maritime security.The situation remains precarious, with negotiations described as being on the “borderline of a deal or strikes.”The latest American proposal is intended to bring the West Asia conflict to a
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor has expressed strong confidence that a landmark bilateral trade deal between Washington and New Delhi will be finalised in the coming weeks and months.Speaking at the Annual Leadership Summit of the American Chamber of Commerce in Delhi, he emphasised the robust economic ties between the two democracies and the momentum driving negotiations.Gor stated that
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to undertake a significant diplomatic visit to India from 23 to 26 May 2026, covering four major cities: Kolkata, Agra, Jaipur and New Delhi.According to the official release from the US Department of State, the visit will focus on discussions with senior Indian officials on energy security, trade and defence cooperation.This itinerary underscores
The United States Congress has formally acknowledged that the US military lost or suffered heavy damage to forty‑two aircraft during the forty‑day bombing campaign against Iran conducted jointly with Israel under Operation Epic Fury. The Congressional report, released in Washington DC, detailed that the losses spanned fixed‑wing aircraft, helicopters and uncrewed aerial systems.These figures
Prime Minister Narendra Modi used the platform of the third India‑Nordic Summit in Oslo to highlight the expanding strategic alignment between India and the Nordic nations on matters of international security and global governance.In a joint press interaction following the conclusion of the summit, he underscored the deepening convergence of views, particularly in the face of global threats and
GE Aerospace has announced a fresh investment of ₹100 crore in its Pune manufacturing facility, aimed at supporting infrastructure enhancements and strengthening its footprint in India.This new commitment brings the company’s total investment in the facility to ₹510 crore over the past three years, underscoring its long-term vision for aerospace manufacturing in the country.The Pune facility