Kuwait intercepts 'hostile' missile, drone attacks days after fatal airport strikeKuwaiti air defenses are actively intercepting hostile missile and drone attacks, following a recent drone strike that killed an Indian nat...
06 Jun, 2026, 08.09 AM IST
US looks to unblock Hormuz with quiet version of Project FreedomAmerica is now working discreetly to safeguard ships in the Strait of Hormuz. This new approach involves coordinating with shipping compani...
03 Jun, 2026, 08.25 AM IST
The ceasefires in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran are stretching the term's meaningCeasefires have been announced but fighting continues across the Middle East - Gaza, Lebanon and Iran. Israeli forces advance in Gaza and L...
02 Jun, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
'Hellfire' over Iran? US aircraft disables merchant vessel trying to reach Iranian portUS forces disabled a merchant vessel attempting to reach an Iranian port after it ignored over 20 warnings, highlighting a strict maritime ...
31 May, 2026, 06.14 AM IST
Trump calls off rare Camp David meeting due to weatherUS President Donald Trump said he had shifted a rare cabinet meeting planned for Wednesday at his Camp David retreat to the White House bec...
27 May, 2026, 10.02 AM IST
'Project Freedom plus': Trump hints at revival of initiative to escort vessels in Hormuz if Iran deal not "signed up"US President Donald Trump indicated his administration might revive "Project Freedom," a maritime security initiative for the Strait of Hor...
09 May, 2026, 07.13 AM IST
US says opened fire to disable two Iran-flagged ships violating port blockadeAmerican forces have disabled four Iranian ships attempting to breach a blockade of Iran's ports. The US Navy used precision munitions and ...
08 May, 2026, 08.20 PM IST
Is Pakistan’s grey gamble sinking in the Strait?Fresh clashes between the US and Iran near the Strait of Hormuz have cast doubt on Pakistan’s role as a mediator in the crisis. While Donal...
08 May, 2026, 05.48 PM IST
IRGC Navy warns vessels to use designated Hormuz corridor, threatens decisive responseIran's Revolutionary Guard Navy has issued a stern warning to all ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Vessels must strictly adhere to ro...
06 May, 2026, 10.13 AM IST
US 'only' country capable of opening Hormuz Strait, Marco Rubio saysThe United States has launched "Project Freedom" to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that America is uniq...
06 May, 2026, 08.02 AM IST
Trump says US to pause guiding ships in Strait of Hormuz while seeking deal with IranUS President Donald Trump announced a temporary pause for "Project Freedom," an initiative to aid commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormu...
06 May, 2026, 07.45 AM IST
Iranian state media counters US claims, says 5 civilians killed in "clumsy" Hormuz Strait strikeIran's state media claims US forces attacked civilian cargo boats in the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in five deaths, contradicting Washingt...
05 May, 2026, 09.19 AM IST
US Apache attack helicopters deployed in operation against Iranian boats: CENTCOMUS CENTCOM used Sea Hawk and Apache helicopters on Monday to "eliminate Iranian small boats threatening commercial shipping" in the Strait ...
05 May, 2026, 08.48 AM IST
Iran fires 'warning shots' as US Navy says its ships entered Gulf via HormuzIran's navy reportedly fired warning shots at US warships in the Strait of Hormuz after American destroyers entered the Gulf to assist comm...
04 May, 2026, 09.39 PM IST
US stock market today: Why Dow Jones is down while S&P 500 and Nasdaq rise today — Dow crashes over 160 points as oil surges above $100 and Iran tensions rattle blue-chip stocksUS stock market today shows a sharp split. The Dow Jones Industrial Average falls over 160 points. Oil prices surge above $100. Iran tensio...
04 May, 2026, 08.29 PM IST
Lebanon truce extended as Pakistan bids to revive US-Iran talksIsrael and Lebanon have extended their ceasefire for three weeks. Iran's foreign minister is traveling to Pakistan for talks. This comes as...
24 Apr, 2026, 09.16 PM IST
21 ships turned back to Iran since US blockade began, says CENTCOMThe United States Central Command (CENTCOM) on Saturday said that 21 vessels have been compelled to turn back toward Iran since the United ...
18 Apr, 2026, 09.16 AM IST