Strait Of Hormuz
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Iran demands $1 per barrel on oil passing Strait of Hormuz, payment to be made in cryptocurrency
World | Apr 08, 2026, 11:44 PM ISTIran said shipping companies will have to pay tolls in cryptocurrency for oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz, as it seeks to retain control over passage through the key waterway during the two-week ceasefire.
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From ultimatums to U-turn: Timeline of what happened in Washington ahead of US-Iran ceasefire
World | Apr 08, 2026, 06:01 PM ISTThe US and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire aimed at cooling escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. A dramatic day of diplomacy in Washington ultimately paved the way for the temporary agreement. Global leaders welcomed the pause while urging deeper negotiations.
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India's first reaction on US-Iran ceasefire deal: What MEA said on cessation of hostilities
India | Apr 08, 2026, 02:03 PM ISTUS President Donald Trump has announced a pause on planned military strikes against Iran for two weeks. He shared the decision on his social media platform, Truth Social, just before a deadline that had raised concerns about escalating tensions.
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Whose Strait is it anyway? After ceasefire, Iran and Trump both lay claim to control Hormuz ops
World | Apr 08, 2026, 11:37 AM ISTIn its 10-point plan presented to the US to agree on the truce, Iran has demanded guaranteed control of shipping through Hormuz and the decision on the safe passage protocol for oil and energy supplies.
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Draft label in Pak PM's X post on Iran war sparks questions over message origin: 'USA wrote for him'
World | Apr 08, 2026, 10:22 AM ISTIn the post, Sharif appealed to the United States to extend the truce deadline in Iran and urged the latter to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Observers are questioning whether this was a simple mistake by Pakistan’s communications team or the message may not have been drafted within the country.
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Iranian military at Hormuz, final talks in Islamabad: What comes next as US-Iran announce ceasefire
Explainers | Apr 08, 2026, 09:08 AM ISTUS-Iran ceasefire news: Announcing the ceasefire, Trump said the conflict will see a pause for 14 days on condition that Iran allows complete reopening of Hormuz Strait and in turn, the US will stop bombing. The two nations' delegations will now meet in Islamabad on April 10 to finalise the deal.
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Netanyahu backs US–Iran ceasefire, stresses deal doesn't apply to Hezbollah conflict in Lebanon
World | Apr 08, 2026, 08:56 AM ISTThe statement also highlighted Israel’s backing for Washington’s broader efforts to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons or advancing missile capabilities that could threaten the region.
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Protesters gather outside White House seeking Trump's removal after ceasefire announcement | Video
World | Apr 08, 2026, 07:24 AM ISTUS President Donald Trump has said that military strikes on Iran will be paused for a period of two weeks. According to him, the decision to hold back strikes came after Iran agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran-US war: US embassy warns citizens in Iraq after 'attacks' by Iran-backed groups
World | Apr 08, 2026, 11:43 PM ISTTrump claimed that all major military objectives in Iran had been achieved and revealed that the US had received a 10-point proposal from Iran, addressing all previously contentious issues.
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Russia, China veto UN resolution to reopen Strait of Hormuz blocked by Iran
World | Apr 07, 2026, 11:44 PM ISTThe 15-nation UN Security Council voted on the resolution proposed by Bahrain, which got 11 votes in favour, two against, and two abstentions.
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Iran's Kharg Island hit by fresh strikes hours before Trump deadline: Report
World | Apr 07, 2026, 04:54 PM ISTKharg Island, the small coral island about 33 kilometers (21 miles) off Iran's coast is the primary terminal through which nearly all of Iran's oil exports pass.
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Iran plans human chains to shield energy sites as Trump's Strait of Hormuz deadline approaches
World | Apr 07, 2026, 09:04 AM ISTThe US President also stressed that he was 'not at all' concerned about committing potential war crimes while issuing the threats against Iran. His comments and the approaching deadline have heightened fears of conflict in the Middle East.
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Rescue or ruse: Iran accuses US of using operation to retrieve airman as cover to 'steal' uranium
World | Apr 07, 2026, 06:50 AM ISTDonald Trump stated that he authorised extensive military action to rescue two American soldiers who had entered Iranian territory after their F-15E aircraft was downed in a missile strike.
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Strait of Hormuz crisis: Two Indian LPG tankers sail out safely, 16 still stranded
World | Apr 06, 2026, 07:02 PM ISTTwo 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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Another Indian-flagged ship Green Asha crosses Hormuz amid Gulf tensions; count rises to eight
India | Apr 06, 2026, 12:58 PM ISTEarlier, another Indian-flagged vessel, Green Sanvi, safely crossed the Strait on Friday night. The ship was carrying around 46,650 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
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Iran-backed groups target US diplomats, facilities in Iraq amid rising tensions in Middle East
World | Apr 06, 2026, 07:30 AM ISTLast week, the State Department announced a reward of up to USD 3 million for information linked to attacks on its diplomatic premises in Iraq.
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Iran War: Iran Guards intelligence chief Majid Khademi killed in US-Israeli strike
World | Apr 06, 2026, 11:42 PM ISTViolence is intensifying across the region, with attacks reported in Iran, Israel, Kuwait, and Lebanon, causing casualties and damage.
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'Tuesday, 8 PM ET': Trump pushes Iran deadline again after 'open the Strait' warning
World | Apr 06, 2026, 06:52 AM ISTDonald Trump appears to have extended his deadline for Iran by another 24 hours, giving it until Tuesday evening to agree to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This will be the third time when the ultimatum has been delayed.
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Iran warns of reciprocal action after Trump's 'will blow up everything' threat
World | Apr 06, 2026, 06:40 AM ISTEarlier on Sunday, Trump used very harsh language to threaten Iran to materialise a deal with the US. He had given an ultimatum to Iran till April 6 to open the Strait of face consequences.
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'Open Strait of Hormuz or...': Trump threatens to blow up Iranian power plants, bridges
World | Apr 05, 2026, 07:43 PM ISTDonald Trump's remark came after Iran showed no signs of backing down, striking economic and infrastructure targets in neighbouring Gulf Arab.