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US President Donald Trump warned Iran of severe consequences if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened soon, claiming negotiations are underway. Tehran denied holding talks with Washington, leaving uncertainty over the strategically vital shipping route and regional tensions.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli forces will remain in Gaza until Hamas is fully disarmed, rejecting a US-backed draft proposal. Hamas, meanwhile, accepted a revised ceasefire roadmap with conditions, as mediators continue efforts to secure a lasting peace agreement.
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US President Donald Trump said talks with Iran are underway at Tehran’s request, backed by Gulf allies, calling it “a last chance” for Iran to sign a “good document.” He indicated discussions include reopening the Strait of Hormuz and eventual denuclearization. However, Iran’s Foreign Ministry denied any negotiations with Washington, saying talks are only with Oman.
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Credible defence cannot be improvised in times of crisis; it is built through sustained political commitment, strategic investment and long-term foresight
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US President Donald Trump accused Iran of being "duplicitous", claiming nothing would reach the country without a deal or total surrender. He asserted that the US controls the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran said its talks with Oman concern temporary shipping arrangements.
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The rupee appreciated for the sixth consecutive session, closing 12 paise higher at 95.31 against the US dollar. Lower global crude oil prices, a weaker dollar, FII inflows and easing tensions between the US and Iran supported the domestic currency
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Crude oil futures on the MCX dropped sharply to a nearly three-week low after renewed hopes of US-Iran negotiations eased concerns over supply disruptions from West Asia. Analysts said domestic and global crude prices will remain driven by geopolitical developments and shipping activity
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US President Donald Trump said he cancelled planned strikes on Iran after appeals from Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE, opting to give diplomacy more time. Mediation efforts continue, though no agreement has been reached and tensions remain high over the Strait of Hormuz
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US President Donald Trump says he will order a halt to planned strikes on Iran, citing progress toward a deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and address Iran’s nuclear program. However, Iran rejected the idea of restoring the Strait’s pre-war status.
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US President Donald Trump said Washington suspended a planned military strike on Iran after requests to allow diplomacy, claiming a framework for a deal had emerged. He said the proposed agreement includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and addressing Iran's nuclear programme
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US President Donald Trump warned of intensified strikes on Iran as tensions escalated in the Strait of Hormuz, where a tanker was hit and Kuwait reported drone attacks. Meanwhile, Israel launched heavy strikes on Gaza after Hamas announced plans to disarm under a US-brokered ceasefire.
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US President Donald Trump said the United States will continue military action against Iran until it no longer poses a nuclear or military threat. He also expressed doubts over diplomatic negotiations while linking pressure on Iran to broader regional security efforts.
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US Vice President JD Vance said the Trump administration has identified $230 billion in fraudulent government payments and prevented $56 billion from being disbursed. He said the administration's anti-fraud drive aims to protect taxpayers, federal programmes and public benefits.
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US President Donald Trump announced a proposed agreement under which Hamas would disarm and Israeli forces would withdraw from Gaza in phases. However, neither Israel nor Hamas confirmed the deal, and key issues, including timelines and implementation, remain unresolved
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Jordan intercepted five Iranian missiles after the US launched major strikes on Iranian military targets following an attack on a US base. The escalating conflict has intensified regional tensions, threatened energy infrastructure, disrupted shipping routes and complicated diplomatic efforts across the Middle East
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The United States launched fresh military strikes against Iran on Wednesday night, retaliating for Tehran’s attempted missile attack on US forces in Jordan. CENTCOM confirmed the strikes began at 8 p.m. ET, targeting sites in southern Iran including Hormozgan and Khuzestan provinces.
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President Donald Trump has vowed a forceful US response after what he described as a surprise Iranian missile attack on American forces in Jordan. He warned Iran of a “beating” and confirmed that US forces intercepted the missiles.
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The US military said it intercepted multiple ballistic missiles launched by Iran in an attempted surprise attack on American forces in the Middle East. CENTCOM claimed all missiles were intercepted, while Tehran had not responded to the allegations at the time of reporting.
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US President Donald Trump held separate White House meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, discussing the Russia-Ukraine war, Iran, regional diplomacy and peace efforts, as Washington balanced two major international conflicts
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Two Republican US lawmakers, Ryan Zinke and Michael Baumgartner, met Pakistan’s Army Chief Asim Munir at GHQ Rawalpindi to discuss regional security, defence cooperation, and economic collaboration. The visit reflects renewed momentum in US-Pakistan ties under President Donald Trump.
