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Rahul Gandhi criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi over US statements following the deaths of three Indian sailors in American strikes near Oman. Accusing the PM of remaining silent and compromising India's sovereignty, Gandhi demanded accountability and stronger defence of national interests

Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Priyanka Gandhi criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for remaining silent after three Indian seafarers were killed in US strikes near Oman. They accused the government of failing to protect India's sovereignty, while demanding accountability and justice

Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi over US actions linked to Indian sailors’ deaths in maritime strikes near the Strait of Hormuz. The dispute follows tensions between India, the US, and Iran over shipping security and sanctions enforcement

US President Donald Trump has claimed that a peace deal with Iran is scheduled for signing on Sunday, with the Strait of Hormuz set to reopen. Iran has denied any final agreement, saying discussions remain ongoing and no deal is confirmed.

US President Donald Trump announced that a peace deal with Iran will be signed on Sunday, ensuring the Strait of Hormuz is "open to all." He contrasted the agreement with Barack Obama’s 2015 nuclear deal, claiming his version blocks Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that the US and Iran have agreed on the text of a peace deal, raising hopes of a breakthrough in regional diplomacy. He credited Pakistan’s mediation efforts and said “peace has never been this close.”

US President Donald Trump accused Iran of carrying out drone attacks on Indian-linked ships near the Strait of Hormuz, calling the action unacceptable. His remarks came amid India's diplomatic protest over attacks on commercial vessels carrying Indian crew members

Twenty-two Indian crew members were safely evacuated after a tanker came under attack off the Oman coast. The incident marks the third attack on merchant vessels with Indian sailors in four days, prompting India to raise concerns over the safety of its seafaring community

The International Maritime Organization condemned an attack on a tanker near the Strait of Hormuz, where three seafarers are missing. The US claimed it disabled the vessel in the Gulf of Oman, while India called for de-escalation and safe navigation.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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