Trump Claims Strait Will Be ‘Permanently Toll-Free’ Under Agreement With Iran
In a call to The New York Times, President Trump praised Russia’s and China’s leaders and described Israel’s prime minister as “a very difficult guy.”
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Trump lifts Iran blockade after peace deal reached: ‘Let the oil flow’
Pakistan’s prime minister said the signing of the peace accord between the U.S. and Iran would take place in Switzerland on June 19.
U.S. and Iran Agree to a Truce
The agreement could pave the way for further talks that could ultimately end the war. President Trump said that it could also reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Deadlocked Wars: How Major Powers Misread the Regions They Attacked
Russia and the United States projected their own centralized views onto Ukraine and Iran, analysts said. As a result, the smaller countries trapped larger ones in a costly confrontation.
US and Iran reach framework peace deal to end war
Precise terms remain unclear amid conflicting claims over when access to vital global shipping route will be restoredMiddle East crisis – live updatesBusiness live – latest updatesA framework peace deal between the US and Iran has been reached, Donald …
Anger among Iranian hardliners at terms of deal agreed with US
Those in favour forced to defend themselves against claims the terms amount to capitulationMiddle East crisis – live updatesIranian hardliners have mounted a rearguard rejection of a deal with the US as as they say it does not guarantee sanctions relie…
Israel Strikes Beirut Outskirts as Fighting With Hezbollah Escalates
The attacks complicated an already delicate moment as President Trump and Iran appeared to be edging toward finalizing a framework peace agreement.
U.S. Warns India Against Illegal Iranian Oil Shipments Amid Gulf Tensions
The United States has conveyed a firm message to India that it will not permit illegal shipments of Iranian oil through the Gulf, even as New Delhi lodged a strong protest against recent missile strikes on vessels carrying Indian crew.On Friday, following India’s summoning of U.S. Embassy representative Jason Meeks, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar
Strategic Lessons For India From The 2026 Iran War
by Adithya M NairThe 2026 Iran War, which began on February 28, 2026, with coordinated US-Israeli strikes on Iranian military and leadership targets, offers critical strategic insights for India. Tehran, in retaliation, launched hundreds of ballistic missiles and thousands of drones against Israeli territory, US military installations across the Middle East, and civilian and military
Centre Denies Attack On Fourth Vessel Near Oman, Confirms Crew Safe
The Government of India has firmly denied reports suggesting that a fourth
vessel had come under attack near Oman late on Friday night. On Saturday, the
Ministry of External Affairs clarified that the Marshall Islands‑flagged
tanker MT Liaki Freedom was not attacked, and all crew members on board were
confirmed safe.
The denial came after speculation that the vessel had been