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Iranian Oil Minister, Mohsen Paknejad, US Iran war

Iran oil minister Mohsen Paknejad resigns amid US blockade, replaced by top executive

World | Oct 05, 2026, 10:22 AM IST

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian accepted the resignation and appointed NIOC head Hamid Bovard as acting oil minister, according to a statement broadcast by state media outlet IRIB.

Trump signals possible strikes before midterms, Iran says 'fully prepared' for 'doomsday war'

World | Sep 28, 2026, 07:26 AM IST

When asked specifically whether military strikes could resume before the upcoming midterm elections, Trump declined to take the option off the table.

IRGC labels earlier 'REMUS 600' as 'Mk 18 Kingfish'

Iran claims second US drone seized in Strait of Hormuz, calls it as Mk 18 Mod 2 Kingfish; US denies

World | Sep 28, 2026, 06:42 AM IST

Iran claimed that the IRGC Navy targeted American submarines and seized the Mk 18 Mod 2 Kingfish drone, an advanced, autonomous AUV equipped with sonar and precision navigation, worth several million dollars.

'They are dying because no money coming in': Trump says Iran wants immediate reopening of Hormuz

World | Sep 27, 2026, 08:51 AM IST

Iran closed the strait after the US and Israel attacked the Islamic Republic in late February, and the number of ships passing through has dropped significantly because of Iranian threats and attacks on vessels in the waterway.

Iran says 'only a negotiated solution' can end deadlock after Trump rejects 7-day ceasefire plan

World | Sep 27, 2026, 07:39 AM IST

This comes after US President Donald Trump rejected a truce deal proposed by Iran that Tehran said could have reopened the Strait of Hormuz to shipping within a week.

After Trump rejects Iran's ceasefire offer, Pezeshkian says 'the process will begin' once US accepts

World | Sep 26, 2026, 11:39 AM IST

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has left New York after the UN General Assembly as Tehran pushes a seven-day plan to end the conflict, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart talks on Iran's nuclear programme.

US military reportedly considering Xbox-style controls for laser weapons in Hormuz

World | Sep 24, 2026, 11:46 PM IST

The US military is deploying high-energy laser weapons against drones in the Middle East, with soldiers using modified Xbox controllers to operate the systems. The technology is designed to destroy targets without relying on conventional missiles.

Iran says Strait of Hormuz could reopen within 7 days, but US must meet this condition

World | Sep 23, 2026, 03:32 PM IST

Iran has suggested it could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if the US eases military pressure and lifts its blockade on Iranian ports. The proposal comes amid nearly seven months of war and growing economic pressure on Tehran.

US-contracted vessel hit by Iran with American personnel on board near Strait of Hormuz: Report

World | Sep 17, 2026, 06:42 AM IST

The attack led to minor injuries, including instances of smoke inhalation among personnel, who are currently receiving medical treatment in an unspecified Gulf nation.

US military destroys two Iranian boats trying to steal sea drone near Hormuz

World | Sep 16, 2026, 06:47 AM IST

A pair of fishing boats came under attack in Hormozgan province on Iran's southern coast, and several fishermen were reported missing, according to Iranian state media.

Iran, Oman agree on new entry, exit routes for Strait of Hormuz amid West Asia tensions: Report

World | Sep 13, 2026, 12:44 PM IST

The development comes amid heightened tensions in West Asia, with the strategic waterway remaining a key focus of regional and international attention.

One killed, three injured after Iranian commercial ship struck near Strait of Hormuz

World | Sep 13, 2026, 12:01 PM IST

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations monitor separately reported a vessel was hit by a projectile while transiting the strait, with no details.

At BRICS event, PM Modi mentions Hormuz: 'Global trade only possible when sea routes are safe'

India | Sep 11, 2026, 07:21 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said global trade can advance only when sea lanes remain secure, supply routes stay open and seafarers are protected, stressing that India strongly supports freedom of navigation and the safety of seafarers.

Iarn releases a photo of the captured US unmanned submarine

Iran claims it captured US submarine drone in Strait of Hormuz, US says it 'malfunctioned'

World | Sep 09, 2026, 11:32 AM IST

Iran claimed that its naval forces captured 'one of the most modern, smart, and unmanned' submarines of the US terrorist army at the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz.

Speed News: Satya Niketan PG Owner Hariram Bansal Arrested in Bhiwadi

Originals | Sep 07, 2026, 05:43 PM IST

Satya Niketan PG Owner Hariram Bansal Arrested in Bhiwadi. CM Rekha Gupta suspends 5 MCD officials after delhi building collapse. Amritsar airport on high alert after drones spotted near runway, 7 flights diverted. Get all the latest updates of the day in today's Speed News.

Iran plans to announce 'exclusion zone' near Strait of Hormuz after US hit three oil tankers

World | Sep 07, 2026, 09:04 AM IST

Iran plans to announce a new "exclusion zone" around the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions with the US. Tehran said vessels entering the zone while attempting to cross the waterway could face sanctions.

'Trump Strait': US President floats idea of renaming Strait of Hormuz after himself amid Iran war

World | Sep 02, 2026, 11:44 PM IST

The suggestion from the President comes after Trump’s earlier push to rename other major geographic landmarks. And Trump has repeatedly claimed that Iran has lost control of the waterway during the ongoing conflict, but that does not turn it into American territory.

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