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Iran warns Bahrain, others over Hormuz access ‘forever’
Iran has warned Bahrain and other regional governments against backing a US-supported resolution concerning the Strait of Hormuz, threatening “severe consequences” and warning they could lose access to the strategic waterway “forever”.…
- Middle East
US awaits Iran response as Hormuz tensions threaten ceasefire efforts
As the US-Israeli war on Iran entered its 71st day on Saturday, May 9, the United States said it expected a response from Tehran to a proposed ceasefire framework amid renewed tensions…
- Middle East
US disables two Iranian oil tankers trying to break Hormuz blockade
The United States said it disabled two Iranian-flagged oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman on Friday, May 8, intensifying maritime tensions in the region even as Washington and Tehran continue indirect…
- Middle East
Iran accuses US of ceasefire breach after Hormuz exchange of fire
Iran accused the United States of violating a fragile ceasefire after Washington and Iranian forces exchanged fire in and around the Strait of Hormuz, intensifying tensions across the Gulf and raising fears…
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Lebanon, Israel to hold new talks in Washington next week
Lebanon and Israel are due to hold a fresh round of negotiations in Washington on May 14 and 15 as international efforts intensify to prevent further escalation in the Middle East and…
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Polls open in UK local elections seen as a verdict on Keir Starmer’s leadership
London: Polls have opened for midterm local and regional elections on Thursday, May 7, that could deliver a heavy blow to embattled British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Starmer’s center-left Labour Party is…
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US expects Iran reply within 48 hours amid escalating tensions
The United States is expecting a response from Iran within the next 24 to 48 hours as diplomatic efforts continue amid the ongoing American-Israeli war on Iran, now in its 69th day…
- Middle East
Trump warns Iran of ‘higher level’ bombing if deal fails
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, March 6, warned Iran that military strikes would resume “at a much higher level and intensity” if Tehran refused to accept terms under discussion with Washington.…
- Middle East
US and Iran close to one-page memo to end war
US and Iranian officials are reportedly close to reaching a preliminary agreement aimed at ending the war and launching broader negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear programme and regional security issues. According to Axios…
- Middle East
Trump says Hormuz operation paused as Iran deal talks advance
With the US-Israeli war on Iran entering its 68th day on Wednesday, May 6, President Donald Trump announced a halt to a US military operation in the Strait of Hormuz to allow…
- Middle East
Iran accuses US of ceasefire violation, Hegseth maintains truce still holds
Iran has called the new United States effort a violation of the fragile ceasefire that has held for more than three weeks. In a post on X on Tuesday, May 5, Iran’s…
- World
US attempt to reopen Strait of Hormuz draws Iran warning, risks ceasefire
Dubai: The ceasefire in the Iran war abruptly faced its most perilous moment on Monday after the United States began trying to open the Strait of Hormuz to allow hundreds of stranded…
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Crude oil prices slip up to nearly 3 pc as President Trump signals Hormuz relief
Mumbai: Global crude oil prices declined almost 3 per cent on Monday, May 4, after US President Donald Trump said Washington would take steps to help clear vessels stranded in the Strait…
- Middle East
Dubai airport passenger traffic drops 66 pc in March amid geopolitical tensions
New Delhi: The ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, which began in February, have impacted the aviation sector, with Dubai International Airport seeing a steep decline in passenger traffic in March, according…
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German Chancellor Merz pledges continued cooperation after US troop cut plan
Berlin: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said, despite the recent verbal tensions with US President Donald Trump, he would not give up on cooperation with the US side. The Pentagon announced on Friday…
