Vance delays trip to Switzerland to lead new US talks with Iran on its nuclear programVice President JD Vance's trip to Switzerland for Iran nuclear talks is delayed. This follows reports of Iran postponing its delegation's t...
19 Jun, 2026, 07.17 AM IST
Hegseth urges Europe to lead continent's defence, calls for 'NATO 3.0'America's Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is calling for a stronger NATO. He wants European nations to take charge of their continent's defe...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.16 PM IST
Japan undecided on sending military to the Strait of HormuzJapan said Tuesday it has not yet decided whether its military will join efforts to help the resumption of shipping through the Strait of H...
16 Jun, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
What to know about the demining and escort mission that US allies want for the Strait of HormuzAllies are proposing a naval mission for the Strait of Hormuz. This mission aims to ensure safe passage for ships and insurers. It involves...
16 Jun, 2026, 09.48 AM IST
France, UK seek Hormuz deployment if U.S.-Iran ceasefire takes holdFrance and Britain are proposing a multinational naval mission for the Strait of Hormuz. This plan aims to secure shipping routes should a ...
15 Jun, 2026, 06.28 PM IST
A history of Iran's nuclear programme and tensions with the US as an interim deal is reachedA landmark interim deal between the United States and Iran aims to end a protracted war and reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz. This agreeme...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.58 AM IST
Trump faces G7 after year of trade wrath, diplomatic blusterPresident Trump's G7 summit agenda in France remains uncertain, with his mood potentially influenced by Iran peace talks. Leaders anticipat...
13 Jun, 2026, 07.47 AM IST
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, warns it will shoot vessels; strikes US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain againTensions between the United States and Iran have surged. Iran struck American military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait. The Strait of Hormuz wa...
11 Jun, 2026, 07.53 PM IST
Why are oil prices up now and will Brent futures and US WTI crude prices continue to rise or decline again? Oil market reacts to US-Iran escalation and Strait of Hormuz closureWhy are oil prices up now and will Brent futures and US WTI crude prices continue to rise or decline again? Oil markets moved higher after ...
11 Jun, 2026, 09.01 AM IST
Oil Price Today (June 11): Crude oil rises over 2% as US strikes Iranian targets again. $100/bbl in sight?Oil prices surged over $2 a barrel after Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping route, following U.S. stri...
11 Jun, 2026, 07.51 AM IST
India-crewed tanker hit near Iran, MEA says communication between ship & US Navy preceded strikeThe US military fired on a tanker carrying 24 Indian crew members. This happened as the US enforces a blockade of Iranian ports. India's Mi...
09 Jun, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
Iran says it fired warning missiles and drones at US warships in Gulf of OmanIran's navy reported firing warning missiles and drones at U.S. warships in the Gulf of Oman, accusing the U.S. Navy of harassment. This fo...
05 Jun, 2026, 06.57 PM IST
Taiwan beefs up anti-ship missile arsenal to counter threat of Chinese invasionTaiwan is boosting its missile power to over 1,800 by 2029. This move aims to deter a potential Chinese invasion or blockade. The island is...
04 Jun, 2026, 12.06 PM IST
The great Indo-Pacific hedge - deeper defence ties as US doubts grow and China ascendsNations in the Indo-Pacific are boosting their defense capabilities and cooperation. This is happening as China's military grows and the Un...
31 May, 2026, 01.07 PM IST
Bandar Abbas under attack again? Why the world fears every strike near Bandar Abbas as the renewed Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens the global oil shockThe US has struck Bandar Abbas again. For the second time in less than a week, American forces targeted Iran's most critical southern port ...
28 May, 2026, 09.49 PM IST
Indian Navy deploys helicopter, boarding team after piracy alertINS Kolkata, an Indian Navy destroyer, responded to suspicious activity near the merchant vessel MV Mashallah 1. The warship launched a hel...
27 May, 2026, 05.14 PM IST
US arms sales to Taiwan unrelated to Iran war, source saysTaiwan awaits a significant U.S. arms sale. A U.S. official suggested a pause due to munitions needs for an Iran conflict. However, a sourc...
23 May, 2026, 03.24 PM IST