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The US intensified airstrikes on Iran, targeting bridges and port infrastructure to pressure Tehran over the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated with missile attacks on Qatar and other regional countries, escalating tensions after the collapse of a temporary ceasefire

Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters warned that regional infrastructure could be targeted if US strikes expand to Iranian power plants and bridges. The statement came amid escalating tensions, with Tehran also reaffirming that foreign intervention in the Strait of Hormuz remains unacceptable

Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said national security depends on maintaining Iranian control over the Strait of Hormuz and rejected external pressure. Rising US-Iran tensions, renewed military strikes, and uncertainty over the June peace memorandum have heightened regional security concerns 

The US reimposed a blockade on Iranian ports after renewed tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting fresh military strikes and Iranian retaliation across the Gulf. The escalating conflict has jeopardised ceasefire efforts, disrupted regional security, and heightened concerns over global energy supplies

Anne Satyanarayana from Medak has successfully cultivated Barhi dates on his 13-acre farm after importing tissue culture saplings from London and Iran. With rising demand and lower water requirements, he believes date farming can become a profitable alternative to paddy in Telangana.

India summoned Iranian diplomats after Iranian missile strikes on two UAE oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz killed an Indian seafarer and injured six others. The UAE condemned the attack, while India pledged assistance to affected citizens and their families

An Indian crew member was killed and six other Indians injured after Iranian cruise missiles struck two UAE tankers in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman. The attack marks a major escalation in the West Asia conflict, prompting strong condemnation and a UAE warning of retaliation

Iran rejected the UN's characterisation of regional hostilities, defending strikes on US bases as lawful self-defence against US-Israeli aggression. Tehran urged Gulf states to stop supporting US operations, while the UN called for restraint, de-escalation, and renewed diplomatic negotiations

The US launched major strikes on Iranian military targets after Tehran attacked a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on Gulf states, deepening regional tensions and threatening shipping, energy supplies and ceasefire negotiations

A Cyprus-flagged container ship suffered significant engine room damage in an Iranian attack in the Strait of Hormuz, with one civilian crew member reported missing. The crew abandoned the burning vessel after it was struck while sailing near Oman's coastline

Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed again after warning fire targeted a vessel using an unauthorised route, escalating tensions despite a fragile US ceasefire. Tehran accused Washington of violating the interim deal as both sides exchanged fresh threats and accusations 

Thousands joined the funeral procession for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran as mourners demanded revenge against the US and Israel. The ceremony unfolded amid suspended nuclear negotiations and heightened regional tensions following the recent conflict

Leaders gather for the NATO summit in Ankara amid disagreements over Iran, defence spending and the alliance's future. European allies remain divided over US priorities, while protests against NATO and rising military expenditure highlight growing public skepticism across member states

Islamabad is likely to host the next round of US-Iran technical talks on July 11, focusing on Tehran's nuclear programme, sanctions relief and regional security. Mediated by Pakistan and Qatar, the negotiations aim to advance diplomatic efforts following a recent ceasefire

Hundreds of thousands attended former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's funeral in Tehran, where anti-US and anti-Israel slogans were raised and a performer called for Donald Trump's death. The ceremony came amid regional tensions and stalled negotiations following the Iran war 

Iran began a dayslong funeral for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, with mourners gathering in large numbers. The ceremonies come months after his death in an airstrike, as regional tensions and diplomatic uncertainty continue to shape the country's political landscape

Iran is preparing for a dayslong funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as Revolutionary Guard General Ahmad Vahidi made his first public appearance in months. State media showed funeral preparations in Tehran ahead of ceremonies planned across Iran and neighbouring Iraq

Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita and Bihar Governor Syed Ata Hasnain will represent India at the funeral of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The MEA said the visit reflects the strong civilisational and diplomatic ties between India and Iran

A foreign container ship ran aground in the Strait of Hormuz after reportedly avoiding Iran's approved route, according to Iranian state television. The incident came as US-Iran technical talks began in Qatar amid continuing disputes over shipping, regional security and Lebanon

The United States and Iran have agreed to halt military exchanges in the Strait of Hormuz and resume negotiations aimed at sustaining a fragile ceasefire. Despite the diplomatic breakthrough, both countries remain divided over maritime authority and broader issues surrounding Iran's nuclear programme.