Cursing at Iran won’t reopen Strait of Hormuz: Ro Khanna says Obama-like statesmanship needed now

Ro Khanna says cursing at Iran won’t reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Democratic Rep Ro Khanna expressed shock at President Donald Trump’s Truth Social Post laden with abusive words for Iran and said the president is failing US troops in Iran. On NBC’s Meet the Press, Khanna said he would not vote for any additional […]

‘Gates of hell will open for you’: Iran rejects Trump’s ‘helpless’ 48-hour ultimatum to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Iran on Saturday rejected US President Donald Trump’s ’48-hour ultimatum’, in which he threatened to destroy the nation’s essential infrastructure if a deal is not reached within the stipulated time.Tehran’s central military command issued a strong response, with General Ali Abdollahi Aliabadi of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters characterising the American president’s remarks as ‘a […]

Petrol shock, free rides & more: How is Pakistan dealing with Hormuz energy crisis

The Middle East crisis has stretched beyond the one month mark, sending ripples across the globe. While somes nations are hiking fuel prices, others are introducing other measures to cushion consumers from the impact while balancing energy reserves. Pakistan is no stranger to the ongoing energy volitality as the country imports almost 85% of its […]

‘One by one’: Iran downs another US jet after F-15E, crashes into Hormuz; watch

Iran downed another US jet A-10 which crashed into the Strait of Hormuz right after it shot down F-15E. Iranian embassy in South Africa shared a footage of the incident on X and jibed, “you not watching a repeated movie.““These days, you see these scenes a lot. You are not watching a repeated movie. It’s […]

‘Only real leverage’: Iran unlikely to reopen Strait of Hormuz anytime soon, claims US intelligence report

Recent US intelligence reports indicate Iran is unlikely to reopen the Strait of Hormuz anytime soon, as control of the key oil chokepoint remains its main leverage against the United States, Reuters reported. Tehran, which controls one side of the strait, has effectively blockaded the route in response to U.S.-Israel strikes that triggered the ongoing […]

France no longer hostile nation? After Macron snubs Trump, Iran allows ship to pass Hormuz

A French-owned container ship crossed the Strait of Hormuz, a possible sign that Iran may no longer view France as a hostile nation after President Emmanuel Macron criticised US President Donald Trump’s stance on the conflict.The Malta-flagged Kribi, owned by French shipping group CMA CGM, crossed the strategic waterway on April 2, according to MarineTraffic […]

Iran and Oman Develop Plan to Monitor Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions | World News

Iran has said it is drafting a proposal with Oman to “monitor” the Strait of Hormuz, as tensions in the region continue to escalate and concerns grow over maritime security.Iranian diplomat Kazem Gharibabadi, quoted by state-run IRNA, said the proposal is “intended to facilitate and ensure safe passage and provide better services to ships passing […]

Nuclear-powered icebreakers & submarines: How Russia, China aim to topple US-controlled global trade order

NEW DELHI: How does the world truly function? Some argue it runs on money, others insist natural resources dictate the balance of power. But moments of conflict often cut through these theories and reveal a more enduring truth: the world moves through its sea lanes. From crude oil and LNG to semiconductors and finished goods, […]