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  Pakistan raises high-octane fuel price by 200 pc as economy buckles amid Strait of Hormuz tensions

  World | March 23, 2026 12:02 IST

  Facing an intense financial crisis, Pakistan has increased the levy on high-octane fuel to PKR 300 per litre after approval from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. This follows earlier hikes in petrol and diesel prices triggered by global instability.

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  Middle East conflict: 'Our position on Hormuz has neither changed now will change,' says Iran

  World | March 23, 2026 23:39 IST

  Iran War LIVE: Tensions continue to rise with no signs of easing. Iran has warned it could shut the Strait of Hormuz if the United States carries out strikes, after Donald Trump gave a 48-hour deadline. Iran has also threatened to target US and Israeli infrastructure in response to any attack.

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  Iran threatens to 'completely' shut Strait of Hormuz after Trump's ultimatum as war rages

  World | March 23, 2026 6:46 IST

  Iran's warning to shut the Strait of Hormuz after Trump's threat to hit its power plants has intensified the Middle East crisis. With missile strikes hitting Israel and fears over nuclear facilities rising, regional infrastructure is increasingly at risk.

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  'Capacity to reach deep into Europe': Netanyahu sounds alarm on Iran's missile capabilities

  World | March 22, 2026 23:42 IST

  US President Donald Trump issued a strong warning to Iran. Posting on social media, he said the United States would take severe action if Iran does not fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours. He stated that failure to comply would lead to attacks targeting Iranian power plants.

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  PM Modi holds key meeting to review country's energy situation as conflict rages in Middle East

  India | March 22, 2026 17:09 IST

  The conflict, which began on February 28, involves military action between the United States and Israel against Iran, followed by retaliatory strikes by Iran targeting Israel and some Gulf nations. The situation has intensified concerns over energy transport routes.

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  Iran says it shot down 'enemy' F-15 fighter jet near Hormuz island after Trump's warning | WATCH

  World | March 22, 2026 23:42 IST

  Iranian media has claimed that the country armed forces have shot down an F-15 fighter jet of the 'enemy' of the Hormuz island. The development comes hours after US President Donald Trump's warning to Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours.

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  Strait of Hormuz remains closed 'only for enemies', says Iran after Trump's 48-hour ultimatum

  World | March 22, 2026 16:06 IST

  A top Iranian official has said that the Strait of Hormuz remains closed only for Tehran's enemies. The statement comes after US President Donald Trump said he will 'obliterate' Iran's energy infrastructure if Strait of Hormuz is not open in the next 48 hours.

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  Iran warns of wide retaliation as US mulls attacks on Tehran's energy infrastructure

  World | March 22, 2026 15:30 IST

  Meanwhile, reports suggest that the Pentagon is preparing for multiple scenarios, including the possible deployment of ground forces. As per sources, military planners are developing detailed strategies to support potential decisions by Donald Trump.

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  Pyxis Pioneer, cargo ship carrying LPG from US, arrives at Mangalore Port amid West Asia tensions

  India | March 22, 2026 10:22 IST

  The war in the Middle East, triggered by the US and Israel attacks on Iran, has led to the shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz -- the critical shipping lane through which India gets 60 per cent of its imports.

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  Trump threatens to 'hit and obliterate' Iran's power plants if Strait of Hormuz not opened in 48 hrs

  World | March 22, 2026 6:38 IST

  US President Donald Trump, who is facing increasing pressure at home to secure the Strait as oil prices soar, issued the ultimatum in a social media post.

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  Strait of Hormuz closure: Over 20 nations vow safe passage of ships, condemn Iran's attacks

  World | March 21, 2026 20:10 IST

  In a joint statement, 22 nations, mostly from Europe but also including the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, criticised Iran’s actions in the Persian Gulf in strong terms.

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  Indian refiners plan to resume purchases of Iranian oil after US lifts sanctions: Report

  India | March 21, 2026 13:23 IST

  The Indian refiners who want buy Iranian oil are awaiting government directions and clarity from Washington on details such as payment terms.

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  US grants 30-day waiver for sale of Iranian oil to ease global supply pressure triggered by Iran war

  World | March 21, 2026 7:27 IST

  He said the Trump administration will lift sanctions on Iranian oil stranded at sea under a one-month license as the White House tries to bring down soaring oil prices. The pause applies to Iranian oil loaded on ships as of Friday and is set to end April 19.

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  Trump sending military to open Strait of Hormuz? USS Tripoli with 2,000 marines heads to Middle East

  World | March 20, 2026 18:26 IST

  Latest satellite images show the USS Tripoli, an amphibious-class ship, is heading towards the Middle East with more than 2,000 marine soldiers onboard.

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  EU demands reopening of Strait of Hormuz, suspension of strikes on energy sector in Middle East

  World | March 20, 2026 7:28 IST

  The European leaders were deeply critical of the Iranian government, but none have offered immediate help to the US Britain is flat-out refusing to be drawn into the war. France says the fighting would have to die down first.

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  'Why didn't you tell me about Pearl Harbor': Trump's reply to reporter on Iran makes Japan PM uneasy

  World | March 20, 2026 12:18 IST

  Notably, Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, was a surprise military strike against the US Pacific Fleet. Its goal was to cripple American naval power, enabling Japan to expand in Southeast Asia, ultimately drawing the US into World War II.

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  European nations, Japan vow support to ensure safe passage of ships in Strait of Hormuz

  World | March 19, 2026 21:45 IST

  Britain, Germany, France, Italy, the Netherlands, and Japan have offered assistance to ensure safe passage of vessels in the Strait of Hormuz while vowing to stabilise the global energy supply chain in the wake of the conlfict in Middle East.

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  Iran mulls charging levies from ships crossing Strait of Hormuz in bid to tackle US, West sanctions

  World | March 19, 2026 17:21 IST

  Since the start of the US-Israel conflict with Iran, Tehran has disrupted maritime traffic through the strait for ships it claims are linked to its adversaries and their allies.

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  Gulf tensions spike as Israel hits Iran's South Pars; Know about world's largest gas reserve

  World | March 18, 2026 22:48 IST

  The South Pars/North Dome field is located on the Persian Gulf continental shelf and is shared between Iran and Qatar. The field is divided into two sections: South Pars, under Iranian territory, and North Dome, under Qatari control.

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  All 22 Indian ships with crew members in Strait of Hormuz safe, LPG cargo unloaded at ports: Centre

  India | March 18, 2026 17:54 IST

  India-linked LPG carriers have continued to pass through the Strait of Hormuz despite the conflict, with vessels such as Shivalik and Nanda Devi transiting the route around March 13 or 14.