Operation Epic Fury to resume? Donald Trump weighs fresh Iran strikes after China visit: Report

[ad_1] File photo: US President Donald Trump US President Donald Trump returned from China on Friday, facing mounting pressure over the Iran war, with top aides preparing options for renewed military action against Tehran if diplomacy fails.According to a New York Times report, Pentagon officials have drafted plans for a possible resumption of strikes under […]

‘Xi would also like to see the Hormuz Strait open’: Donald Trump on US-China talks

[ad_1] US President Donald Trump said Chinese President Xi Jinping wants the Strait of Hormuz reopened, as the two leaders discussed the ongoing Iran conflict and global energy disruptions during high-level talks in Beijing.Speaking to Fox News after his meeting with Xi, Trump said both leaders agreed that the strategically crucial shipping route, effectively shut […]

Iran permits 30 vessels to pass through Strait of Hormuz overnight; Hezbollah strikes Israel

[ad_1] Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said around 30 ships had crossed the Strait of Hormuz with Tehran’s permission since Wednesday evening, signalling a limited easing of restrictions on one of the world’s most important energy routes. Iranian media reported that several Chinese vessels were among those allowed through after what officials described as close coordination between […]

Two more India-bound ships cross Hormuz, taking total to 13

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: In the past 24 hours, two India-bound ships carrying LPG crossed the Strait of Hormuz, taking the total number of such vessels to 13. The two ships are foreign-flagged vessels.Officials said the Marshall Islands-flagged LPG carrier Symi transited through the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday and it’s proceeding with a crew of […]

Hegseth pushes Trump’s $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027 as Congress presses Pentagon over Iran war costs

[ad_1] US defense secretary Pete Hegseth defended President Donald Trump’s proposed $1.5 trillion military budget before House and Senate lawmakers on Tuesday, as Congress pressed the Pentagon over the rising cost of the Iran war, weapons stockpiles and the administration’s long-term strategy in the conflict.The hearings came as the Trump administration faces growing pressure from […]

‘We’ll knock them out harder’: Trump warns Iran of harsher military action after 3 US ships came under fire in Hormuz

[ad_1] US President Donald Trump on Thursday claimed that three American naval destroyers came under fire while transiting through the Strait of Hormuz, but suffered no damage during the incident. He also warned Iran of stronger military action if it does not agree to sign the deal fast.In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote: […]

Iran Us Peace Proposal: Middle East tensions: Iran’s response to US peace proposal expected today

[ad_1] Iran is still reviewing the latest proposal from the United States, but a formal response is expected by Thursday.According to Al Jazeera, while there is no official deadline, Pakistani mediators are reportedly expecting Tehran’s response later today.The outlet quoted a lawmaker in the Iranian parliament and a former foreign minister as saying that Iran […]

Strait Of Hormuz: Open, shut, open, shut: What’s up with Strait of Hormuz?

[ad_1] Open, shut, open, shut: What’s up with Strait of Hormuz? Iran has reimposed restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz after the US denied ending the blockades on ships coming to or going from the Iranian ports. Iran’s IRGC naval command said it will take firm action against what it called US “bad-faith violations,” adding […]

‘No money is changing hands’: Trump rejects $20 billion Iran ‘nuclear dust’ deal claim

[ad_1] US President Donald Trump After more than a month of Operation Epic Fury, Donald Trump on Friday claimed major breakthroughs in the US military mission against Iran, announcing what he described as the suspension of Tehran’s nuclear programme and the reopening of the strategic Strait of Hormuz for “full passage.“The MAGA supremo said the […]

From Hormuz to household finance: How global oil shocks can filter into Indian homes

[ad_1] The Iran–US conflict has pushed global oil markets into turmoil, with tensions still simmering despite a two-week ceasefire window, since April 8, intended to enable negotiations. The peace talks amid the fragile truce have so far failed to yield any breakthrough, though diplomatic sources indicate preparations for a second round of talks are already […]