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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.

Iran launched fresh drone and missile strikes on Bahrain and Kuwait after US airstrikes, escalating tensions over control of the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran warned of halting negotiations if Washington continues its attacks, while Gulf states hosting US military bases reported intercepted missiles and minor damage.

Iran launched drone and missile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait following US strikes, escalating Gulf tensions and threatening nuclear negotiations. The conflict also intensified concerns over the Strait of Hormuz, while clashes between Israel and Hezbollah continued in Lebanon

The United States launched fresh military strikes on Iranian targets after alleging Tehran carried out another drone attack on a commercial oil tanker near the Strait of Hormuz. Washington said the strikes targeted military infrastructure while commercial shipping through the strategic waterway continued.

Iran launched a drone attack on Bahrain and separately targeted a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions after overnight US airstrikes. Bahrain condemned the assault, calling it a threat to civilian security.

Vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has recovered to 57 per cent of pre-war levels after a new safe shipping corridor was introduced along Oman's coast, according to an S&P Global report. Meanwhile, global crude oil prices continued to decline on easing supply concerns

The government has lifted all restrictions on non-domestic packed LPG supplies and partially restored bulk LPG distribution after improvements in global supply conditions. The move follows easing tensions in West Asia and is expected to provide significant relief to industrial and commercial consumers

NSA Ajit Doval said the opening of the Strait of Hormuz is a positive step for global energy security while addressing the BRICS NSAs conclave in New Delhi. He highlighted geopolitical uncertainties, disruptive technologies and the need for stronger multilateral cooperation

NITI Aayog vice chairman Ashok Kumar Lahiri said India must diversify its energy sources in light of the West Asia conflict. He described the crisis as a short-term disruption and stressed the need for broader trade and energy security strategies

Four cargo ships carrying vital urea, DAP, and sulphur shipments have safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz en route to Indian ports. The arrivals will supplement India's robust 196.08 lakh tonne fertiliser stockpile for the kharif season

An explosion ripped through Qatar’s Ras Laffan natural gas export terminal Sunday night as workers attempted to restart operations halted during the Iran war. The blast at the Barzan facility triggered a massive fire, injuring at least 54 people and leaving 18 missing.

The Trump administration has indicated that Iran will be allowed to resume selling oil on international markets under a new diplomatic framework, a move expected to impact global energy prices and major importers like India. Energy Secretary Chris Wright confirmed that exports could reach 1.5 million barrels per day.

US President Donald Trump has warned Iran of tougher military action if it fails to rein in allied groups in Lebanon, ahead of fresh negotiations in Switzerland. The administration claims military pressure has weakened Iran’s leverage, while Energy Secretary Chris Wright highlighted stabilising oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz.

India’s maritime and energy security received a boost as three Indian-flagged crude oil tankers safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz carrying over 8.6 lakh metric tonnes of cargo. The vessels are headed to Indian ports amid improving regional shipping conditions

Agreements that postpone difficult questions can create opportunities for peace, but they can also defer crises rather than solve them

Three Indian-flagged crude oil tankers — Desh Vaibhav, Desh Vibhor, and Sanmar Herald — carrying over 8.6 lakh metric tonnes of cargo with 94 crew members successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday.

Iran escalated tensions with the US by announcing the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and casting doubt on nuclear negotiations in Switzerland, citing Israeli attacks and American “bad faith.” Pakistan and Qatar are mediating technical-level talks, while US negotiators are already in Switzerland.

Around 80 million barrels of crude oil await transit through the Strait of Hormuz as a tentative US-Iran peace deal restores shipping. Oil prices have eased, inflation may moderate, and new Iranian regulations now require advance permits, registration, and insurance for vessels

Senior US officials unveiled the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, a 14‑paragraph interim framework signed with Iran. The agreement seeks to end hostilities, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, restrict Iran’s nuclear programme, and pave the way for a broader accord within 60 days.

US President Donald Trump said the agreement with Iran would help lower oil prices, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and strengthen the global economy. He said easing Gulf tensions had reduced concerns over oil supply disruptions and would help contain inflation