Strait Of Hormuz
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Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again: Here’s why Tehran took such step despite ceasefire with US
World | Jun 20, 2026, 11:40 PM ISThe statement on state television also warned that "if the aggression continues, subsequent steps have been planned." Ships had begun transiting the strait after the interim US-Iran agreement was signed earlier in the week.
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Iran signals greater control over Strait of Hormuz, asks ships to register despite free transit
World | Jun 19, 2026, 08:11 PM ISTThe Strait of Hormuz has reopened following the Iran-US ceasefire agreement, restoring a key global energy route after months of disruption. However, escalating violence between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon has delayed US-Iran peace talks and raised fresh concerns about regional stability.
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Stranded ships begin transiting through Strait of Hormuz, says maritime data company
World | Jun 18, 2026, 10:00 PM ISTThe Strait of Hormuz is a critical passageway for the world's oil and natural gas. Its closure has created a historic energy crisis.
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What's in the Iran-US deal? Top Democrats seek urgent briefing, writes to Rubio
World | Jun 26, 2026, 04:55 PM ISTRubio is currently accompanying US President Donald Trump during his visit to France for the G7 Summit and related meetings. The lawmakers said Congress needed a clearer understanding of the agreement and the administration’s plans for implementing it.
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Will Iran shut Strait of Hormuz risking peace deal with US? Intelligence report makes big revelation
World | Jun 17, 2026, 02:59 PM ISTAhead of the formal signing of the US-Iran peace deal on June 19, American intelligence assessments have revealed Iran now possesses the ability to impose a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.
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PM Modi to hold bilateral meet with Trump on sidelines of G7 Summit in France: What's on the cards
World | Jun 17, 2026, 02:55 PM ISTPM Modi called on all countries to safeguard maritime routes. Addressing an outreach session at the G7 Summit on Tuesday, Modi told world leaders, including US President Donald Trump, that the security of international shipping lanes is vital for global trade and economic stability.
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Iran seeks UN stamp on peace deal, clause in 14-point agenda in spotlight; know all about it
World | Jun 16, 2026, 09:38 AM ISTThe agreement is expected to be formally signed on June 19 in Geneva. According to statements attributed to US President Donald Trump, his deputy JD Vance may head the US delegation during the signing process in Switzerland.
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Who will sign the Iran peace deal in Switzerland for the US? Trump finally clears the air
World | Jun 16, 2026, 07:16 AM ISTA senior US official said efforts were underway to restore normal shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Under the terms of the understanding, the waterway is to be fully reopened by Friday, with large oil and gas tankers receiving priority passage to speed up the movement of energy supplies.
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LNG carrier Disha safely transits Strait of Hormuz: When will it arrive in India?
India | Jun 15, 2026, 11:51 PM ISTDisha, managed by a Shipping Corporation of India-led consortium, is carrying 62,370 metric tonnes of LNG cargo, a Shipping Ministry official said on Monday.
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Iran holds the clock till midnight to finalise deal with US; is it related to Trump's birthday?
World | Jun 15, 2026, 08:47 AM ISTWhile confirming the key agreement, Trump announced that the naval blockade at the Strait of Hormuz will be lifted. According to Iranian officials, both sides are expected to begin a proposed 60-day period of negotiations aimed at securing a final agreement.
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Iran, US agree on peace deal, but there's a catch: The demands Washington must meet first
World | Jun 15, 2026, 06:36 AM ISTThe announcement came after US President Donald Trump declared that a peace deal with Iran had been completed and that the US naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz would be lifted.
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Indian national dies due to medical complications on ship in Oman; repatriation efforts underway
World | Jun 14, 2026, 11:33 PM ISTThe Indian Embassy has identified the deceased as Nishanth Uirthanathan, who was on board MT Celestial. His mortal remains are currently onboard MT Celestial at Duqm Port.
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'Death to Araghchi, dishonourable compromiser': Why Iranians turned against their foreign minister
World | Jun 14, 2026, 11:24 AM ISTThe demonstrations come at a sensitive diplomatic moment, as Iran and the United States are reportedly nearing the signing of a long-anticipated peace agreement aimed at de-escalating tensions in the Middle East.
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Trump says US-Iran peace deal to be signed on June 14, claims Hormuz will reopen immediately
World | Jun 13, 2026, 11:56 PM ISTTrump has said that a US-Iran agreement is expected to be signed on Sunday. Trump claimed the deal would lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
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PM Modi to meet Trump during G7 Summit in France on June 17: Here’s what they likely to discuss
World | Jun 13, 2026, 11:54 PM ISTThe meeting between PM Modi and Donald Trump willcome at a time when the bilateral ties have come under pressure over the recent attacks by the United States on several oil tankers carrying Indian sailors, off the Oman Coast.
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Violation of Hormuz blockade won't be tolerated: Rubio tells Jaishankar as India protests attacks
World | Jun 13, 2026, 11:54 PM ISTEarlier, US President Donald Trump accused Iran of carrying out drone attacks against Indian ships leaving the Strait of Hormuz, describing the alleged action as "totally unacceptable", while Tehran rejected the charge as "baseless".
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Hormuz condition, safety of ships, frozen funds: 5 key demands from Iran to agree on deal with US
World | Jun 13, 2026, 08:07 AM ISTAbbas Araghchi has outlined key elements of a proposed US-Iran agreement, known as the "Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding," which he says could help end the current conflict and open the door to broader negotiations.
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Trump accuses Tehran of attacks on vessels with Indian seafarers in Hormuz: 'Totally unacceptable'
World | Jun 12, 2026, 11:35 PM ISTDonald Trump alleged that Iran was behind the attacks on three vessels carrying Indian seafarers near the Hormuz Strait, which resulted in the deaths of three.
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Vessel with 20 Indian crew targeted near Oman's Shinas port; 3rd such incident
World | Jun 11, 2026, 02:47 PM ISTIn a post on X, the Indian Embassy in Oman has said that it is aware about the incident. Further, it said it is monitoring the situation and coordinating with the local authorities after the vessel, MT Jalveer, was targeted near the Shinas port.
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Three Indian sailors killed in US attack on cargo ship near Hormuz Strait off Oman coast
India | Jun 11, 2026, 12:18 PM ISTThe Palau-flagged MT Settebello was carrying 24 Indian crew members when it was struck by the US while transiting the Gulf of Oman on Wednesday. Three Indians who went missing after the attack have been confirmed dead.