Iran War Day 24 Live News: Trump postpones Hormuz deadline for Iran; Tehran denies talks with US

As the Iran war enters its 24th day, the conflict has reached a dangerous inflection point marked by ultimatums, widening battle lines and deepening economic fallout.

President Donald Trump said on Monday that the United States and Iran were engaged in “very strong talks” aimed at ending the three-week conflict in the Middle East. He added that his son-in-law Jared Kushner and senior adviser Steve Witkoff were leading the negotiations on behalf of Washington.

Trump also said he would delay any U.S. strikes on Iranian power plants by five days to allow diplomacy to proceed. However, Iran appeared—at least publicly—to dismiss any signs of progress in ending the U.S.-Israeli conflict, now in its fourth week.


Officials from the U.S., Israel and Iran have repeatedly offered conflicting assessments during the war, reflecting their competing agendas and strategic objectives.

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Israel has signalled weeks of continued operations, including possible ground action in Lebanon, while Iran has demonstrated its retaliatory capability through missile strikes that have penetrated Israeli defences near nuclear facilities.

The conflict is increasingly drawing in neighbouring states, amplifying fears of regional escalation.

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At the same time, global energy systems are under severe strain. Attacks on oil and gas infrastructure, coupled with disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, are tightening supplies and unsettling markets.

Governments and industry leaders are now bracing for prolonged instability with far-reaching economic consequences.

Trump postpones Hormuz deadline

• President Donald Trump said the US and Iran were engaged in “very strong talks” to resolve the three-week Middle East conflict.
• He said Jared Kushner and senior adviser Steve Witkoff were leading negotiations for the US.
• Trump announced a five-day pause on potential US strikes on Iranian power plants to allow talks to continue.
• Iran, however, appeared to publicly reject claims of progress in ending the US-Israeli conflict, now in its fourth week.
• US, Israeli and Iranian officials have given conflicting assessments throughout the war, reflecting competing agendas.

PM Narendra Modi on West Asia crisis: Key points

• Crisis “worrisome”; risks to economy, civilians, national security
• ~1 crore Indians in region; govt providing assistance, engaging leaders
• Casualties, missing reported; families being supported
• Hormuz disruption “unacceptable”; key route for oil, gas, fertilisers
• Stuck Indian ships have reached safely; routes under watch

Energy

• Fuel supplies stable; LPG imports ~60%, domestic output ramped up
• 5.3 MMT reserves; 6.5 MMT more planned
• Oil firms hold additional stocks
• Imports diversified from 27 to 41 countries

Economy & sectors

• Fundamentals strong; govt in touch with all sectors
• Relief to be extended where needed

Agriculture

• Adequate food, fertiliser stocks; kharif sowing on track

Diplomacy

• India called for de-escalation from start
• Opposes attacks on civilians, key infra
• CBSE exams in Middle East cancelled; student support underway

Israel Signals Weeks of War, Lebanon Tensions Rise

• Israeli officials have warned that fighting against Iran and Hezbollah will continue for weeks.
• Military actions include destruction of key bridges in southern Lebanon.
• Lebanese leaders fear these moves indicate a looming ground invasion.
• Over 1,000 people have been killed in Lebanon since the escalation began.
• Israel has pledged to intensify operations against Iran-backed forces.

Missile Exchanges Escalate Across Region

• Iranian missiles have struck Israeli towns, injuring civilians and causing damage.
• Some strikes landed near sensitive sites, heightening security concerns.
• Israel continues targeting Iranian military and defence facilities.
• Gulf countries including the UAE and Kuwait report intercepting missiles and drones.
• Civilian areas across multiple regions remain at risk.

Energy Infrastructure Comes Under Sustained Attack

• Oil and gas facilities across the Gulf have been targeted by drones and missiles.
• Saudi Aramco faces its most serious disruption since past major attacks on key facilities.
• Aramco CEO Amin Nasser has cancelled his appearance at the CERAWeek conference in Houston to manage the crisis at home.
• Qatar’s LNG production capacity has been partially shut down, with long-term outages expected.
• Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has been severely disrupted, straining global supply chains.

Global Oil Markets Reel Amid Supply Shock

• Oil prices remain elevated due to supply concerns and geopolitical risk.
• Analysts warn prices could climb further if disruptions persist.
• Iraq has sharply reduced production and declared force majeure on key oilfields.
• The U.S. has eased sanctions on Iranian oil to stabilise supply.
• Asian refiners, including India, are reconsidering Iranian oil purchases.

London Arson Attack on Jewish Ambulances

• Police are probing an apparent arson attack on four Jewish ambulance service vehicles in Golders Green.
• The incident is being treated as an antisemitic hate crime.
• Explosions from gas cylinders damaged nearby buildings, but no injuries were reported.
• Residents were evacuated as a precaution, and no arrests have been made so far.
• The attack comes amid a broader rise in antisemitic incidents across the UK.

Moody’s Flags Slower Growth Outlook for Asia-Pacific

• Moody’s has projected Asia-Pacific growth to slow to 4% in 2026 from 4.3% in 2025, with further easing expected ahead.
• Rising commodity prices driven by the Middle East conflict are increasing inflation risks across the region.
• Weak domestic demand and slowing exports are compounding economic pressures
• Ongoing uncertainty around U.S. tariff policies is adding to risks for export-dependent economies.
• A prolonged escalation in the conflict could significantly worsen growth prospects and trigger broader economic disruption.

Indian LPG Carriers Transit Hormuz Amid Tensions

• Two Indian-flagged LPG carriers, Jag Vasant and Pine Gas, are currently passing through the Strait of Hormuz, according to ship-tracking data cited by Bloomberg.
• The vessels moved northward from the UAE coast towards Iran’s Qeshm and Larak islands early Monday.
• Both carriers are likely headed to India, which is facing an acute LPG shortage for domestic consumption.
• Despite disruptions in the strait, India remains among a few countries able to secure safe passage for select vessels through the critical energy corridor.