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UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned the Security Council that escalating tensions in the Gulf could spiral into a “full war.” He urged the creation of a “new security architecture” for the region.
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An autonomous drone boat developed by Saronic Technologies successfully rescued two crew members from a downed US Army Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz. The vessel, co-developed by Indian-American engineer Vibhav Altekar, marked the first US military rescue using an autonomous surface vessel
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Iran launched retaliatory attacks on Kuwait, and claimed strikes on Bahrain and Jordan, after US airstrikes targeted Iranian military sites following a helicopter crash near the Strait of Hormuz. Rising tensions threaten ceasefire efforts, disrupt shipping, and fuel global energy price increases
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The Ministry of External Affairs said the Palau-flagged MT Marivex had exchanged communication with the US Navy before a fire disabled the vessel off Oman. All 24 Indian crew members were rescued safely, while authorities continue to verify the cause of the incident
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Amid concerns over potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, the article urges India to strengthen energy security through a nationwide waste-to-energy mission, expanded solar power, diversified energy imports and institutionalised energy diplomacy to reduce dependence on vulnerable global supply routes
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A US Army Apache helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz, with both crew members safe, President Donald Trump confirmed. The incident occurred amid heightened Iran-Israel tensions and ongoing US-Iran negotiations over a potential deal and regional de-escalation efforts
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A fire broke out on the Madagascar-flagged oil tanker MT Marivex off Oman, carrying 24 Indian crew members, amid renewed Israel-Iran hostilities. Authorities said all seafarers are safe as India coordinates with multiple agencies to ensure their security
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The government said supplying a domestic LPG cylinder now costs over ₹1,600 due to the West Asia crisis, while households pay Rs 942. Despite a ₹29 price hike, oil companies still absorb around Rs 700 per cylinder, with disruptions affecting imports through the Strait of Hormuz
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee that Iran has agreed to negotiate aspects of its nuclear programme previously off-limits, following recent U.S. military action. He said the U.S. blockade on Iranian shipping is costing Tehran hundreds of millions daily.
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US CENTCOM disabled Gambia-flagged vessel M/V Lian Star with a Hellfire missile after ignoring warnings under Trump’s blockade. Five ships disabled, 116 redirected, costing Iran $4.8 billion in oil revenue. USS Spruance earlier intercepted Iranian cargo ship M/V Touska
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Global crude oil prices fell to six-week lows after reports of a possible extension of the Iran-US ceasefire and prospects of reopening the Strait of Hormuz. India said refineries have adequate crude stocks and fuel supplies remain stable despite regional uncertainties
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An India-bound oil tanker, Nissos Keros, has cleared the Strait of Hormuz amid a geopolitical maritime crisis. Iran's IRGC allowed the transit following formal coordination, though ongoing tensions and proposed transit fees continue to disrupt global energy traffic
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Nearly 2,000 vessels are waiting to exit the Gulf due to disruptions linked to tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said. The shipping backlog has raised concerns over energy supplies, trade routes and global freight costs.
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US President Donald Trump ruled out any Iranian control over the Strait of Hormuz and reiterated that Tehran would not be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons. He said diplomacy with Iran was continuing even as Washington maintained pressure through sanctions and military strength
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President Trump meets his Cabinet amid fragile Iran war talks. A potential deal may reopen the Strait of Hormuz, reduce uranium stockpiles, and extend ceasefire, but critics warn terms resemble Obama’s accord and risk emboldening Tehran before midterms
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US forces struck Iranian missile sites and mine-laying boats in southern Iran, threatening a fragile ceasefire. CENTCOM cited self-defense, while Trump said talks with Iran could yield a “Great Deal” or renewed conflict, urging regional nations to join accords
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Rising fuel prices, in particular, are having a ripple effect on transport, food and household expenses
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Donald Trump said US-Iran negotiations are progressing constructively but cautioned against rushing into an agreement. Trump stated the US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz would continue until a formal deal is reached and reiterated opposition to Iran obtaining nuclear weapons
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Aboard RFA Lyme Bay near Gibraltar, British sailors await possible deployment to clear suspected Iranian mines in the Strait of Hormuz after conflict disrupted global shipping. The UK-France mission depends on a peace deal, while Trump pressures allies to secure regional oil routes independently
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, on a visit to India, said negotiations with Iran have made “some progress,” raising hopes of a resolution to the two-month-long West Asia conflict. He reiterated Washington’s stance that Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons and must keep the Strait of Hormuz open without tolls.
