Will declare Hormuz 'US territory' after defeating Iran: TrumpPresident Trump stated his intention to claim the Strait of Hormuz as United States territory. This declaration would follow a future milit...
15 Aug, 2026, 07.09 AM IST
US says more oil is leaving Middle East. Is it really?US Energy Secretary Chris Wright claims nearly nine million barrels daily leave the Strait of Hormuz. Vessel tracking services, however, re...
13 Aug, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
Iran calls for environmental safeguards for Strait of Hormuz amid oil pollution along Qeshm Island coastIran's foreign ministry spokesperson highlighted environmental concerns regarding oil pollution. Recent pollution along Qeshm Island shores...
13 Aug, 2026, 10.15 AM IST
Russia explores rail link to India to bypass maritime chokepointsRussia is exploring a rail link to India through Central Asia and Iran as an alternative to maritime routes vulnerable to disruptions at th...
10 Aug, 2026, 06.05 PM IST
Iran ties Hormuz reopening to US concessions on several demandsIran says a deal with Oman on new shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz is in its final stages, but reopening the strategic waterway ...
10 Aug, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
Russia to India via train? Moscow floats ambitious railway route, says link "should be explored"India-Russia Rail Link: Russia is investigating innovative overland rail routes to connect with India, seeking to lessen reliance on mariti...
09 Aug, 2026, 04.48 PM IST
India stresses security of seafarers as "high priority" after Indian vessel sinks off Yemen; calls for safe, unimpeded passageIndia's External Affairs Ministry stressed seafarer safety following a Red Sea vessel sinking. All thirteen Indian nationals aboard were su...
07 Aug, 2026, 06.36 PM IST
Hormuz uncertainty pushes landed costs up to 50%, raising risk of higher consumer pricesThe escalating unrest near the Strait of Hormuz is causing a notable spike in shipping expenses for businesses in India. An increase in fre...
07 Aug, 2026, 02.17 PM IST
As Iran war drags on, Americans are bracing for more chaos in Middle East, Reuters poll findsAccording to recent surveys, many Americans fear that the ongoing U.S. war with Iran could destabilize the Middle Eastern region. Disruptio...
06 Aug, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
Proposed Hormuz deal would give Iran control of inbound traffic, sources sayA proposed Iran-Oman deal would grant Tehran control over ships entering the Strait of Hormuz. Important details remain to be agreed upon r...
05 Aug, 2026, 10.38 PM IST
Surge in Black Sea attacks adds to strain on global commodity flowsAttacks on Black Sea shipping routes are disrupting global grain and oil supplies. Ukraine and Russia have intensified strikes on each othe...
05 Aug, 2026, 09.26 PM IST
Russia strikes three more cargo vessels in Black SeaRussian forces struck three more cargo vessels in the Black Sea on Wednesday. This escalation has forced up global wheat prices significant...
05 Aug, 2026, 08.43 PM IST
Qatar says draft US-Iran talks proposal in circulation as mediators push to ease tensionsQatar is mediating a draft proposal to restart United States and Iran talks. This initiative aims to de-escalate current tensions and preve...
04 Aug, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
Oil ticks up after selloff as talks to end US-Iran war remain uncertainOil prices saw a slight rebound on Tuesday after earlier declines. Concerns over Middle Eastern supply remain high due to U.S.-Iran tension...
04 Aug, 2026, 07.12 AM IST
- Six Saudi tankers turn away from Gulf of Aden, ship-tracking data shows
The tankers, which were empty of cargo after returning from destinations in Asia, were sailing in formation towards southern Africa, rath...
03 Aug, 2026, 07.28 PM IST
Tanker carrying Russian cargo reroutes around Africa after Red Sea U-turnA Russian naphtha tanker changed course to sail around Africa. The Sea Icon vessel avoided the Bab-el-Mandeb strait due to recent attacks. ...
03 Aug, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
Drone attack in Egypt raises fresh fears over Suez Canal, global oil supplyA drone strike on Egyptian tankers has raised energy security concerns for the Suez Canal. This vital route offers a safe passage for Saudi...
30 Jul, 2026, 11.17 PM IST