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US President Donald Trump will travel to China on May 14–15 for a rescheduled summit with President Xi Jinping, following a delay caused by the ongoing Gulf conflict. The White House confirmed that First Lady Melania and Peng Liyuan will also participate in reciprocal visits later this year

A temporary US pause on Iran strikes fuels cautious hopes of de-escalation, but ongoing attacks, conflicting claims, and uncertain back-channel talks suggest it may be a tactical breather

Gold and silver prices dropped sharply in Mumbai as easing West Asia tensions reduced safe-haven demand after Donald Trump signalled a pause in strikes on Iran. Weak global trends and improving sentiment pressured precious metals markets

Iran launched missiles and drones at Israel and Gulf states, escalating tensions despite Donald Trump claiming peace talks. Ongoing strikes, disputed negotiations and Strait of Hormuz tensions continue to impact oil prices and regional stability

Mumbai markets rebounded sharply as Sensex and Nifty surged in early trade, tracking global optimism after Donald Trump paused strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure. Easing oil prices and improved sentiment boosted equities, despite continued geopolitical uncertainty and recent foreign investor outflows 

US President Donald Trump warned Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours or face strikes on power plants, while rejecting ceasefire calls and urging global allies to take responsibility for securing the critical shipping route.

South Korea is in talks with Iran and other countries to restore normal shipping through the Strait of Hormuz after Tehran signalled readiness to allow Japan-bound vessels. The vital oil route remains strained following US-Israel strikes and Iran’s blockade.

Israel’s targeted killings of senior Iranian and militant leaders weaken command structures but often fail to end conflicts, sometimes radicalising successors. Experts warn decapitation strikes work only with sustained political strategy, as underlying grievances and regional tensions persist

A projectile reportedly struck the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran, operated with Russian assistance, amid Tehran’s ongoing war with Israel and the US. No radiation leak or casualties were reported, but regional safety concerns and geopolitical tensions have intensified

Despite conflict, nearly 90 ships have crossed the Strait of Hormuz as Iran sustains oil exports amid selective restrictions. “Dark” vessels and diplomatically cleared ships continue transit, while tensions involving Donald Trump keep global energy markets volatile

Global oil prices fell over 3 percent after recent gains, amid volatile West Asia tensions. Despite conflict escalation involving Iran, the US and Israel, concerns over restricted Strait of Hormuz flows and stalled security efforts continue to unsettle markets and supply outlook

Democrat Raja Krishnamoorthi lost Illinois’ Senate primary to Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton, conceding after trailing in vote counts. Backed by party establishment, Stratton is favoured for general election victory, ending Krishnamoorthi’s bid to become a second Indian American US Senator

Amid escalating tensions between the U.S., Iran, and Israel, Donald Trump urged allies to deploy warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz as Iran warned evacuations at UAE ports and accused the US of launching strikes from Emirati territory

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused the US of hypocrisy, saying Washington pressured India to stop buying Russian oil but is now urging countries to purchase it after the recent conflict involving Iran, the US, and Israel escalated tensions across the Gulf region

United States and India are nearing a critical minerals agreement to strengthen strategic cooperation and supply chains, said US Ambassador Sergio Gor. The deal aims to support advanced manufacturing, energy security and emerging technologies under expanding bilateral ties

US President Donald Trump issued a fresh threat to Iran on Truth Social, claiming its military capabilities were being destroyed. His remarks escalated tensions amid the ongoing conflict, drawing global attention to rising geopolitical risks in the Middle East

The Congress has criticised the Modi government for its silence on the assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, allegedly carried out by the US and Israel. Jairam Ramesh accused the prime minister of avoiding confrontation with American and Israeli leaders.

Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran will end the war with the United States and Israel only if its rights are recognised, reparations paid and security guarantees provided. Donald Trump signalled continued military operations as casualties and global oil market concerns rise

A newly released video analysed by Bellingcat appears to contradict US President Donald Trump's claim that Iran was behind a deadly strike on a school in Minab, Iran, which killed over 165 people. Satellite imagery and expert analysis suggest the school was hit by a Tomahawk cruise missile, a weapon only the US possesses in this war.

A US federal jury convicted Pakistani national Asif Merchant for plotting with Iran’s IRGC to assassinate Donald Trump during the 2024 campaign. The plan failed after an FBI informant alerted authorities. Merchant now faces life imprisonment