Middle East Tensions
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Seven killed as US widens air campaign against Iran, targets more bridges as Hormuz crisis deepens
World | Jul 17, 2026, 08:21 AM ISTThe US has widened its military campaign against Iran by striking bridges as Tehran retaliates with fresh missile attacks on US allies. The escalating conflict has intensified tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting shipping and raising concerns over regional stability.
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Iran, US set up 'communication line' to prevent military clash in Strait of Hormuz amid peace talks
World | Jun 26, 2026, 11:48 PM ISTIran and the US have established a direct communication hotline in the Strait of Hormuz to prevent military incidents and ensure safe commercial shipping as both countries work towards a final agreement under a new 60-day peace roadmap.
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Will Iran allow nuclear inspections or risk collapse of US talks? Here's what Trump said
World | Jun 24, 2026, 06:44 AM ISTTrump said talks between Washington and Tehran were progressing positively and argued that Iran's bargaining position had weakened significantly.
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Iran says American aircraft shot down in Bushehr province, US rejects claim
World | May 29, 2026, 06:55 AM ISTThe reported incident comes amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran following recent military exchanges and ongoing diplomatic efforts related to ceasefire negotiations in the region.
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Kuwait reports missile, drone strike as US-Iran tensions push fragile ceasefire to brink
World | May 28, 2026, 12:32 PM ISTKuwait reported a suspected missile and drone strike as tensions surged following fresh US attacks on Iranian assets and Tehran's claimed retaliation. The region remains volatile with the Strait of Hormuz still closed.
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US-Iran war LIVE Updates: US negotiators reach final leg of Iran deal, final nod awaited from Trump
World | May 29, 2026, 07:19 AM ISTUS forces shot down four Iranian one-way attack drones near the Strait of Hormuz and later struck a drone control site in Bandar Abbas. Meanwhile, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed it hit a US airbase and warned of stronger retaliation if the US continues its operations.
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Tense phone call with Trump leaves Israeli PM Netanyahu 'fuming' over news Iran peace deal: Reports
World | May 21, 2026, 10:02 AM ISTA tense phone call between Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu has revealed deep divisions over the US push for a renewed diplomatic framework with Iran. Regional mediators are working on a revised peace proposal, while Trump signals that both negotiation and military action remain on the table.
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'War will end very quickly': Trump claims Iran is desperate to make a deal, oil prices to plummet
World | May 20, 2026, 07:50 AM ISTUS President Donald Trump said Iran was eager for a deal and predicted oil prices would tumble due to abundant global supply. His statement comes amid ongoing negotiations for a potential peace agreement.
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US extends sanctions waiver on Russian crude oil by 30 days amid stalled peace talks with Iran
World | May 19, 2026, 06:40 AM ISTThe US has extended its sanctions waiver for Russian oil already at sea, offering relief until June 17. Meanwhile, India reiterated that its crude sourcing from Russia remains unaffected by American exemptions and will continue based on commercial viability.
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Why PM Modi asked Indians to avoid buying gold for a year amid West Asia war? Explained
Explainers | May 11, 2026, 02:35 PM ISTPM Modi's request urging Indians to avoid gold purchases for a year comes during a period of soaring crude prices and the economic strain caused by the West Asia crisis. Here is why the appeal is tied to foreign exchange pressure and rising import costs.
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Donald Trump to visit China from May 13 to 15 at Xi Jinping's invitation: What's on agenda?
World | May 11, 2026, 08:40 AM ISTUS President Donald Trump is set to visit China on Wednesday for a three-day visit that is expected to focus on Iran, trade disputes and a range of strategic issues. The trip was postponed earlier due to unrest in the Middle East.
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'TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE': Trump rejects Iran's response to US peace proposal to end West Asia war
World | May 11, 2026, 07:03 AM ISTDonald Trump denounced Iran's response to Washington's de-escalation proposal, calling it unacceptable. Tehran has demanded sanctions relief, withdrawal of US forces and an end to regional hostilities.
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Iran likely to respond to US's proposal today to end Middle East conflict amid deadlock
World | May 07, 2026, 10:05 AM ISTUnder the reported terms, Iran would agree to temporarily pause uranium enrichment activities. In return, the United States would begin easing sanctions and release frozen Iranian funds worth billions of dollars.
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Iran sends new peace proposal to US via Pakistan to end conflict, Trump says he is 'not satisfied'
World | May 01, 2026, 11:48 PM ISTIran has submitted a fresh proposal for talks with the US through Pakistan to ease the West Asia conflict, focusing on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The Islamabad round of peace talks collapsed after the Iranian delegation walked out last month.
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Over 10,000 flights by Indian carriers to West Asia cancelled since war began: MoCA official
India | Apr 07, 2026, 06:01 PM ISTIndian carriers used to operate 300-350 daily flights to West Asia, and the number has come down to 80-90. The war in West Asia broke out on February 28 when the US and Israel attacked Iran, and the latter retaliated.
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'Whole civilisation will die tonight, never to be brought back again': Trump's big warning to Iran
World | Apr 07, 2026, 11:50 PM ISTDonald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran ahead of his Tuesday deadline, asserting that a failure to reach a deal could lead to the collapse of an entire civilisation. His message on Truth Social has amplified global concerns as tensions peak in West Asia.
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Strait of Hormuz crisis: Two Indian LPG tankers sail out safely, 16 still stranded
World | Apr 06, 2026, 07:02 PM ISTTwo more Indian LPG carriers, Green Sanvi and Green Asha, have crossed the Strait of Hormuz as 16 Indian flagged vessels continue to remain stranded due to the West Asia crisis. Last week, two LPG carriers carrying a combined LPG cargo of about 94,000 tonnes safely transited the region.
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IndiGo announces up to Rs 10,000 fuel surcharge on airfares from April 2; air travel to get costlier
India | Apr 01, 2026, 08:59 PM ISTThe move comes after the government partially increased ATF prices by 25 per cent for domestic flights. Earlier, from March 14, IndiGo had already introduced fuel surcharges of Rs 425 to Rs 2,300 for flights within India and abroad, following a spike in fuel costs due to the Middle East conflict.
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UAE bars entry and transit for Iranians as airlines announce travel ban amid West Asia conflict
World | Apr 01, 2026, 07:45 AM ISTThe UAE has imposed a travel ban on Iranian passport holders amid escalating hostilities in West Asia, with major airlines confirming the restrictions. The announcement follows repeated missile and drone attacks intercepted by UAE air defence systems.
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'If Iran is not willing, US will...': Pete Hegseth's stark warning to Tehran, big hint on ground ops
World | Mar 31, 2026, 08:01 PM ISTDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned Iran to accept a deal with the United States or face intensified military action, stressing that President Donald Trump remains firm and unpredictable in strategy.