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  'India-Iran share strong relationship': Tehran representative after firing on Indian ships at Hormuz

  World | April 19, 2026 7:16 IST

  India on Saturday summoned Iran’s ambassador, Mohammad Fathali, following the attack on Indian vessels, and formally lodged a protest over the incident. Fathali was seen leaving the Ministry of External Affairs after the meeting.

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  India summons Iranian ambassador after firing on two Indian-flagged ships in Strait of Hormuz

  India | April 18, 2026 23:42 IST

  India summoned Iran’s envoy Dr Mohammad Fathali after firing by Iranian forces forced two Indian vessels to change course in the Strait of Hormuz. A protest was lodged over the incident, raising concerns about shipping safety in a key global oil route.

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  Iranian gunboats fire on tanker in Strait of Hormuz as Iran reimposes restrictions

  World | April 18, 2026 18:07 IST

  Earlier in the day, Iran announced that it was reimposing restrictions on the strait in response to a US blockade on Iranian shipping and ports. Iran has prevented vessels from crossing throughout the seven-week-long war, except for ones it authorises.

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  Iran imposes restrictions in Strait of Hormuz again, accuses US of violating ceasefire

  World | April 18, 2026 14:50 IST

  In a strong statement, it said movement through the strait would remain under tight control until the US allows full freedom for vessels heading to and from Iran.

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  Trump threatens to bomb Iran again if peace deal not sealed by Wednesday

  World | April 18, 2026 10:33 IST

  Trump said the US naval blockade in the region would remain in place for the time being. However, he hinted that even this could change depending on how the situation evolves.

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  'I look forward to being with him': Trump says China's Xi 'very happy' with Hormuz reopening

  World | April 18, 2026 9:14 IST

  US President Donald Trump will visit China next month where he will meet his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping. This will be the first time in 10 years when a sitting US president will visit China.

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  'Subject to approval': Iran lays down condition for passage of ships through Strait of Hormuz

  World | April 18, 2026 10:30 IST

  Iran’s Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, came down heavily on the recent remarks by US President Donald Trump, accusing Washington of spreading misinformation.

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  In big relief to major nations, Iran opens Hormuz for commercial vessels after Lebanon ceasefire

  World | April 17, 2026 23:25 IST

  Iran’s Foreign Minister Araghchi on Friday explained that the passage of vessels through the strait will be on the coordinated route as already announced by the Ports and Maritime Organisation of Iran.

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  PM Modi receives call from Macron; discusses West Asia situation, Strait of Hormuz security

  India | April 16, 2026 23:48 IST

  In a post on X, the Prime Minister said both leaders agreed on the importance of ensuring stability in the region and maintaining secure maritime routes amid rising tensions.

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  Europe has only six weeks of jet fuel supply left amid West Asia tensions: Energy agency chief

  World | April 16, 2026 18:42 IST

  Europe is facing a potential jet fuel shortage within six weeks due to disruptions in global energy supplies caused by the Iran conflict, according to the IEA. The crisis could lead to flight cancellations and rising fuel prices worldwide, with Asian countries expected to be hit first.

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  Israel, US share same goals on Iran, negotiations with Lebanon ongoing: Netanyahu amid Gulf tensions

  World | April 16, 2026 6:44 IST

  Meanwhile, tensions remain high along Israel’s northern border, where clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah have intensified. Netanyahu said the military continues to target militant positions while supporting civilians in affected areas.

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  US, Iran agree in principle to resume talks amid Hormuz tensions; Pakistan Army chief reaches Tehran

  World | April 15, 2026 23:53 IST

  The US and Iran have agreed in principle to resume talks, although no date or venue has been finalised yet. Multiple nations, including Pakistan, Egypt and Turkey, are helping push both sides toward a possible understanding amid rising Middle East tensions.

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  Iran says it would completely block Gulf trade if US does not lift blockade on Iranian ports

  World | April 15, 2026 23:50 IST

  The United States on Monday began blockading ships trying to enter or leave Iranian ports and said it would not impede the freedom of navigation of other vessels in the Persian Gulf.

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  Indian LPG vessel Jag Vikram reaches Gujarat's Kandla Port days after crossing Strait of Hormuz

  India | April 15, 2026 10:56 IST

  Officials confirmed that the ship had crossed the strategically important waterway on April 11. It had 24 seafarers on board during the transit.

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  Trump says Iran conflict 'close to over,' claims Tehran 'badly' seeking deal with US

  World | April 15, 2026 9:12 IST

  A second round of discussions between the United States and Iran to ease tensions in the Gulf could be held in Islamabad in the next two days, US President Donald Trump has said, according to a media report published on Tuesday.

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  US-Iran war Updates: Pakistani Army chief Munir arrives in Tehran following Islamabad impasse

  World | April 15, 2026 23:34 IST

  US Central Command said in a statement Wednesday that no vessels have made it past US naval forces during the first 48 hours of the blockade on ships entering and exiting Iranian ports.

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  Lebanon-Israel hold first talks in 33 years in Washington amid Gulf tensions; more meetings expected

  World | April 15, 2026 6:40 IST

  The discussions come amid a broader regional crisis and follow a fragile ceasefire reached a week earlier involving the United States, Israel and Iran. Israel is expected to focus on the disarmament of Hezbollah and the possibility of a future peace agreement with Lebanon.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, April 14, 2026

  India | April 14, 2026 23:25 IST

  Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary is set to take oath as the new CM of Bihar on Wednesday. This comes after Nitish Kumar resigned as the chief minister earlier in the day.

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  UK, France rally 40 nations for Hormuz talks to restore freedom of navigation amid West Asia turmoil

  World | April 14, 2026 20:13 IST

  France and the UK will co-host a major video conference this week, assembling over 40 countries to work on restoring safe navigation through the conflict-hit Strait of Hormuz. The initiative follows stalled US-Iran talks and growing global concern over rising tensions in West Asia.

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  China's Xi presents four-point proposal to resolve US-Iran war: 'Sovereignty must be respected'

  World | April 14, 2026 23:40 IST

  Chinese President Xi Jinping called for respect for sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of countries in West Asia and the Gulf during a meeting with UAE Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.