The United States has opened a diplomatic channel with Iran through Pakistan even as military strikes continue under Operation Epic Fury. Envoy Steve Witkoff said Washington presented a 15-point peace framework to Tehran via Islamabad, signalling possible de-escalation despite tensions.
Indian refiners have begun purchasing stranded Russian crude oil cargoes following a US Treasury waiver, as disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz threaten Middle Eastern supplies.
Four employees of India Infoline Finance Limited from Mancherial, including Nagaraju from Chennur, are stranded in Dubai due to flight cancellations triggered by the ongoing Middle East conflict.
AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi strongly condemned the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, calling it unlawful, immoral, and a violation of international law. He urged the Indian government to play a constructive role in de-escalating tensions.
Indian embassies in Doha, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Tehran have issued urgent advisories urging nationals to remain vigilant, avoid unnecessary travel, and stay indoors amid escalating regional tensions.
