Strait Of Hormuz Update
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'Unacceptable': PM Modi condemns drone attack on UAE's Fujairah oil hub
India | May 05, 2026 12:21 ISTPM Modi underlined that India supports peaceful resolution of conflicts through dialogue and diplomacy, and reiterated that civilian lives and critical infrastructure must never be targeted under any circumstances.
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3 Indians injured in suspected Iranian strike in UAE's Fujairah; MEA calls incident 'unacceptable'
India | May 05, 2026 10:37 ISTIn a statement posted on X, the Indian Embassy in the UAE confirmed the injuries and said it is in touch with local authorities to ensure the affected individuals receive appropriate medical treatment and assistance.
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Trump launches 'project freedom' to escort stranded ships of Hormuz, warns Iran of forceful response
World | May 04, 2026 5:57 ISTTrump issued a stern warning to Iran. He made it clear that any attempt to obstruct the evacuation of ships would be met with force.
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India-bound LPG tanker 'Sarv Shakti' clears Hormuz amid US blockade, heads to Visakhapatnam
World | May 03, 2026 19:27 ISTSarv Shakti is the first India-linked tanker to cross the war zone since a weeks-old US blockade of ships tied to Iran began, pushing transits through Hormuz back down to almost zero.
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Nuclear flexibility, economic relief: Inside Iran's new offer to US amid deadlock
World | May 03, 2026 17:49 ISTThe ongoing war, which began on February 28 with military action by the US and Israel, has remained paused since April 8. Only one round of talks has taken place so far, held in Islamabad, but it failed to produce a breakthrough.
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'Armed forces prepared': Iran says war with US may resume, cites Washington's lack of commitment
World | May 02, 2026 14:04 ISTIranian military commander Mohammad Jafar Asadi said evidence has shown that the United States does not adhere to any commitments which may results in resumption of the conflict, currently on halt.
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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 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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Trump floats new plan to reopen Hormuz, coordinates with allies to impose higher costs on Iran
World | April 30, 2026 20:16 ISTTrump is weighing multiple diplomatic and policy options to push Iran to end its chokehold on the waterway, said the official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorised to comment publicly.
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Mojtaba targets Trump, says new management of Hormuz will bring calm, eliminate enemy's abuses
World | April 30, 2026 23:43 ISTAyatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's supreme leader, said the only place Americans belong in the Persian Gulf is "at the bottom of its waters," as the Strait of Hormuz remains in Tehran's chokehold.
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Pakistan double crosses America, announces 6 new land routes to Iran amid Hormuz blockade
World | April 30, 2026 23:44 ISTBy providing this strategic lifeline, Islamabad risks a severe diplomatic rift with the US, signalling a tactical shift towards regional alliances and Iranian energy dependence.
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'No More Mr. Nice Guy': Trump posts picture with gun in fresh warning to Iran amid deadlock
World | April 29, 2026 14:55 ISTThe US President has been pushing for a new agreement to replace earlier deals, which he has repeatedly criticised as inadequate. He also made it clear that Washington would not move forward with negotiations unless Iran directly addresses concerns over its nuclear ambitions.
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Trump mulls long-term Hormuz blockade strategy against Iran as talks falter: Report
World | April 29, 2026 8:50 ISTThe plan is being described as a shift from short-term measures to a more sustained approach. It is expected to increase economic pressure on Tehran by restricting its access to vital sea routes and disrupting trade flows linked to key Iranian ports.
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Trump claims Iran wants US to open Hormuz soon as they figure out their leadership situation
World | April 28, 2026 23:47 IST"They want us to 'Open the Hormuz Strait,' as soon as possible, as they try to figure out their leadership situation (Which I believe they will be able to do!)" Trump said in a social media post.
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Despite US blockade efforts in Hormuz, oil ships keep reaching Mumbai. Here's how
India | April 28, 2026 14:51 ISTUS efforts to restrict shipping in the Strait of Hormuz have not fully succeeded, as tankers including Indian vessels continue to find alternative routes through Iranian or regional waters to reach India.
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UN Showdown: US, Iran Clash Over Nuclear Treaty, While Hormuz Crisis Deepens Global Rift
Originals | April 28, 2026 14:24 ISTThe US and Iran faced off at the UN during the NPT conference, exchanging sharp accusations over nuclear commitments and regional actions.
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US rejects Iran's 'conditional' plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz as second round of talks hit impasse
World | April 28, 2026 6:41 ISTIran has reportedly conveyed a proposal to the United States via Pakistan, suggesting that restrictions on maritime activity be lifted and normal shipping operations restored before tackling more complex issues such as nuclear negotiations.
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Iran attacks Togo-flagged chemical tanker with Indian crew near Oman
India | April 27, 2026 23:44 ISTThe tanker, sailing alongside other ships, was intercepted by Iranian forces, prompting the warning fire. Authorities confirmed that all Indian crew members on board are safe.
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Iran sends new proposal to US, offers deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz: Report
World | April 27, 2026 8:42 ISTIran has reportedly proposed a new plan to the US to ease tensions first by reopening the Strait of Hormuz and delaying nuclear talks.
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Iran seizes ship over suspected US links, cites maritime violations
World | April 25, 2026 11:16 ISTIranian officials have alleged that the ship had made several trips to US ports in recent months, raising concerns within Tehran about its activities.
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Trump orders US Navy to 'shoot and kill' any boat laying mines in Strait of Hormuz
World | April 23, 2026 23:27 ISTDonald Trump said that the US mine-clearing operations are already underway in the region, with naval “sweepers” actively working to clear the strait.
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