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  Will Iran allow nuclear inspections or risk collapse of US talks? Here's what Trump said

  World | June 24, 2026 6:44 IST

  Trump 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 6:55 IST

  The 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 IST

  Kuwait 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 7:19 IST

  US 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 IST

  A 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 7:50 IST

  US 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 6:40 IST

  The 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 14:35 IST

  PM 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 8:40 IST

  US 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 7:03 IST

  Donald 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 IST

  Under 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 23:48 IST

  Iran 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 | April 07, 2026 18:01 IST

  Indian 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 | April 07, 2026 23:50 IST

  Donald 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 | April 06, 2026 19:02 IST

  Two 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 | April 01, 2026 20:59 IST

  The 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 | April 01, 2026 7:45 IST

  The 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 | March 31, 2026 20:01 IST

  Defense 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.

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  Iran War: No response to US proposals, Iran rules out any offers or conditions

  World | March 31, 2026 23:46 IST

  Iran War LIVE: Donald Trump has threatened widespread destruction of Iran's energy resources and other vital infrastructure, including desalination plants, if a deal to end the war with Tehran is not reached shortly.

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  Iran War: 'No longer be an eye for an eye,' warns Iran after attack on infra | Highlights

  World | March 27, 2026 23:48 IST

  Iran War: Israel, Iran and Lebanon saw renewed attacks as regional tensions continue to escalate, while Donald Trump extended his deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz and claimed the US has "already won the war" militarily.