What sanctions are there on Iran and will they be lifted?Iran's oil sales may see a waiver under a new interim deal. However, the country remains under a complex network of international sanctions...
18 Jun, 2026, 09.34 PM IST
What is the US Fifth Fleet, America’s backbone in the Middle East and why is it under Iran’s attack?Iran's IRGC claimed to have targeted the US Navy's Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain amidst escalating tensions. This naval command, cruc...
10 Jun, 2026, 11.25 AM IST
US unveils video of retaliatory strikes following interception of six Iranian missiles over GulfUS forces struck Iranian radar sites in Goruk and Qeshm Island. This followed Iranian drone and missile attacks targeting maritime shipping...
06 Jun, 2026, 10.35 AM IST
Iran's IRGC says 28 ships passed through Strait of Hormuz in the last 24 hoursIran's IRGC reports 28 ships transited the Strait of Hormuz under its security. The IRGC states the Persian Gulf's insecurity stems from US...
31 May, 2026, 11.33 PM IST
Iran says it destroyed US MQ-1 drone after airspace incursion: ReportIran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed that its air defence units shot down a US MQ-1 drone after it allegedly entered Ira...
31 May, 2026, 08.13 AM IST
A shadowy Oman-Iran plot provoked Trump’s “blow ’em up” threatUS President Donald Trump has sent a stark message to the Sultanate of Oman, warning of potential military repercussions should it move for...
28 May, 2026, 03.02 PM IST
Iran targets US airbase after Washington’s strikes near Hormuz, warns ‘aggressor’ of harsher responseIran's Revolutionary Guards announced they struck a U.S. airbase early Thursday, claiming it followed a U.S. attack near Bandar Abbas. The ...
28 May, 2026, 09.23 AM IST
US warns ties with Iran’s Strait of Hormuz authority may bring sanctions for 'anyone' involvedAmerica has issued a stern warning to global shipping and finance firms. Cooperation with Iran's new Persian Gulf Strait Authority could in...
28 May, 2026, 08.43 AM IST
Dialogue does not mean "surrender", says Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian as Tehran defends national interestsIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian asserted that dialogue does not mean "surrender," as Tehran submitted its response to a US peace propos...
10 May, 2026, 08.24 PM IST
Iran enforces new 'sovereign' transit rules in Strait of Hormuz; mandates prior permits for vesselsIran has introduced a new system for maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. Ships must now get prior authorization before transiting the...
06 May, 2026, 09.34 AM IST
Iran war: India calls Fujairah attack 'unacceptable'; demands immediate cessation of hostilitiesIndia has condemned an attack on Fujairah that injured three Indian nationals, calling the incident "unacceptable." New Delhi urged an imme...
05 May, 2026, 10.13 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: IRGC declares new maritime control zone in Strait of HormuzIran's IRGC has established a new maritime control zone in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Iran's Foreign Ministry confirmed receiving a U...
04 May, 2026, 05.56 PM IST
Iran's IRGC announces new rules to strengthen control over Arabian Gulf, Strait of HormuzIran's Revolutionary Guard is tightening its grip on vital waterways. New rules aim to boost control over the Arabian Gulf and the Strait o...
02 May, 2026, 06.44 AM IST
Theatre of power? Not in the Persian Gulf, says IranIran's President Pezeshkian declared the Persian Gulf is not for foreign control. He warned against maritime blockades targeting Iran. Peze...
30 Apr, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
Three ships targeted in Hormuz, Iran seizes two: Monitors, GuardsIranian forces seized two container ships and fired on a third vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. These actions threaten a vital trade route i...
22 Apr, 2026, 06.15 PM IST