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  'f(f(O))f(O)': Iran mocks Trump with 'mathematical' warning over Strait of Hormuz blockade

  World | April 13, 2026 9:59 IST

  The warning came as the US military confirmed it would enforce a blockade of all Iranian ports starting Monday evening local time. The move follows failed US-Iran ceasefire talks in Pakistan.

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  Iran threatens to trap enemies in 'deadly vortex' after Trump orders blockade of Strait of Hormuz

  World | April 12, 2026 23:51 IST

  Iran's reaction came after President Donald Trump announced that the US Navy would immediately begin a blockade on ships from entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz.

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  Trump warns China with 50% tariff threat if it sends arms to Iran

  World | April 12, 2026 23:52 IST

  This comes amid concerns that Beijing may be facilitating the transfer of weapons to Tehran, specifically shoulder-fired anti-aircraft missile systems (MANPADs), which have been used to target US military aircraft.

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  Vance reveals constant communication with Trump during failed US-Iran talks, blames nuclear dispute

  World | April 12, 2026 23:53 IST

  Vance spoke to reporters about the continuous communication he had with Trump and the US leadership. "We were talking to the President consistently," Vance said.

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  Trump announces US blockade of Straight of Hormuz, warns Iran after peace talks collapse

  World | April 12, 2026 20:38 IST

  Trump announced the US will begin blocking all ships entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz after US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad collapsed.

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  China preparing to supply air defence systems to Iran? US intelligence flags concerns

  World | April 11, 2026 23:41 IST

  Reports indicate that the systems under consideration are shoulder-fired anti-air missiles, commonly known as MANPADs. These portable weapons are specifically designed to target low-flying aircraft.

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  Trump warns of fresh military action against Iran if negotiations fail in Pakistan: Report

  World | April 10, 2026 23:49 IST

  US President Donald Trump has warned that American warships are being prepared for a potential strike on Iran if ongoing talks in Pakistan fail to deliver a deal. Emphasising military readiness, Trump said the ships are also being equipped with advanced weapons.

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  India raises concern over civilian casualties in Lebanon, calls for adherence to international law

  India | April 10, 2026 19:33 IST

  India raised strong concern over high civilian casualties in Lebanon, calling the situation "very disturbing" as Israeli strikes persist despite a ceasefire. The MEA stressed the need to protect civilians and confirmed that 1,000 Indians in Lebanon are being closely monitored.

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  Trump calls Netanyahu to curtail strikes on Lebanon to support Iran's ceasefire negotiations: Report

  World | April 09, 2026 23:50 IST

  Donald Trump has reportedly urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reduce military strikes in Lebanon to protect the fragile Iran negotiations. Despite publicly vowing continued aggression, Netanyahu agreed to cooperate and also announced readiness for direct talks with Lebanon.

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  Iran War Updates: Iran's President says the ceasefire was approved at the highest levels

  World | April 09, 2026 23:52 IST

  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for the immediate opening of direct negotiations with Lebanon, citing repeated requests from Beirut even as Israeli strikes continue despite a two-week ceasefire in West Asia.

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  Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz again as Israel's strikes on Lebanon push ceasefire to the brink

  World | April 08, 2026 23:54 IST

  The two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran has entered a volatile phase after Iran blocked the Strait of Hormuz again in response to Israel's intensified assaults on Hezbollah. Israel's military has launched its largest coordinated strike in Lebanon.

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  Trump warns of 50% tariffs on nations supplying weapons to Iran hours after ceasefire announcement

  World | April 08, 2026 23:56 IST

  US President Donald Trump issued a strong warning to countries supplying weapons to Iran, announcing a 50 per cent tariff immediately after declaring a two-week ceasefire. This came hours after the announcement of a ceasefire in the West Asia conflict.

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  Iran demands $1 per barrel on oil passing Strait of Hormuz, payment to be made in cryptocurrency

  World | April 08, 2026 23:44 IST

  Iran said shipping companies will have to pay tolls in cryptocurrency for oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz, as it seeks to retain control over passage through the key waterway during the two-week ceasefire.

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  Hours after Iran-US ceasefire, North Korea fires ballistic missiles in back-to-back launch

  World | April 08, 2026 12:18 IST

  North Korea, led by Kim Jong Un, fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles from its eastern coast toward the sea, marking its second test in two days and raising tensions with South Korea.

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  'Expeditiously exit Iran': Centre's fresh advisory for Indian citizens

  India | April 08, 2026 11:52 IST

  India has urged its citizens to expeditiously leave the country, warning them to avoid independent travel and stay in close coordination with the embassy for safety.

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  Iranian military at Hormuz, final talks in Islamabad: What comes next as US-Iran announce ceasefire

  Explainers | April 08, 2026 9:08 IST

  US-Iran ceasefire news: Announcing the ceasefire, Trump said the conflict will see a pause for 14 days on condition that Iran allows complete reopening of Hormuz Strait and in turn, the US will stop bombing. The two nations' delegations will now meet in Islamabad on April 10 to finalise the deal.

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  Strikes continue between Israel, Iran despite ceasefire announcement, missile alerts echo in Gulf

  World | April 08, 2026 7:33 IST

  Despite Donald Trump announcing a ceasefire, strikes continued between Iran and Israel, with missile alerts across the Gulf. Even Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei ordered forces to stop firing.

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  Iran agrees to ceasefire, to reopen Strait of Hormuz: What's in the 10-point plan

  World | April 08, 2026 6:49 IST

  Iran has agreed to a temporary ceasefire but only with strict conditions, including lifting sanctions, ending regional conflicts, and ensuring control and security over the Strait of Hormuz while talks with the US move forward.

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  What Trump said: Full text of US President's two-week Iran ceasefire announcement

  World | April 08, 2026 6:49 IST

  Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, saying he paused strikes after requests from Pakistan’s leaders and progress in peace talks. He linked the move to reopening the Strait of Hormuz and said the pause will help finalise a long-term agreement.

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  US-Iran agree on two-week ceasefire, Trump to stop bombings: What we know so far

  World | April 08, 2026 6:50 IST

  Donald Trump announced a two-week pause in US strikes on Iran, calling it a “double-sided ceasefire” and linking it to reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Iran accepted the truce conditionally.