US Senate warns of rising nuclear threat from China and Russia
The United States is entering what officials describe as a “more dangerous era” of global security, marked by simultaneous nuclear competition with both China and Russia. The warning came during a high-level Senate hearing, where lawmakers and defence leaders stressed the urgency of
FBI Director Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for $250 million in defamation case
Kash Patel has filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic and one of its journalists, intensifying a high-profile legal battle over media accountability and press freedom in the United States. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District
India may gain $10–12 billion as US processes Trump tariff refunds
India could potentially benefit from a massive tariff refund process underway in the United States following a landmark ruling by the US Supreme Court that struck down tariffs imposed during the administration of Donald Trump. According to estimates, goods linked to India may
Iran strikes defiant tone as ceasefire nears end, warns of escalation in U.S. standoff
Iran has adopted a defiant stance as the fragile ceasefire with the United States approaches its expiration, raising fresh concerns about a possible escalation in an already volatile regional conflict. With diplomatic efforts showing little progress, tensions are once again centering on the
Nikki Haley claims seized Iran ship carried missile chemicals from China
Tensions in the Middle East escalated further after Nikki Haley claimed that a recently seized Iranian vessel in the Strait of Hormuz was carrying chemical materials linked to missile production and had originated from China. According to Haley, the ship—intercepted by U.S. naval
“Lots of bombs” warning as Trump raises stakes on Iran talks
U.S. President Donald Trump has warned of a sharp escalation in the Iran conflict, saying “lots of bombs start going off” if the fragile ceasefire collapses without a breakthrough in negotiations. His remarks come at a critical moment as diplomatic efforts struggle to
India protests after ships come under fire in Strait of Hormuz
India has lodged a strong diplomatic protest after two India-flagged ships came under fire in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating concerns over maritime security in one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. The Ministry of External Affairs on Saturday summoned Iranian envoy
Trump warns Iran amid talks, says US will not back down
U.S. President Donald Trump issued a strong warning to Iran on Saturday, declaring that Tehran “can’t blackmail us” even as Washington continues diplomatic talks aimed at easing rising tensions in the region. Speaking at the White House, Trump confirmed that the United States
Strait of Hormuz closed again as Iran cites US blockade escalation
Tensions in the Middle East escalated sharply after Iran announced that the Strait of Hormuz has been closed again, citing the continued U.S. naval blockade as the primary reason. The move marks a significant reversal from Tehran’s earlier decision to allow limited commercial
Trump says Hormuz open but Iran blockade persists amid fragile ceasefire
The Strait of Hormuz has been declared open for commercial shipping during a fragile ceasefire in the Middle East, offering temporary relief to global markets even as underlying tensions remain unresolved. While Iran announced that vessels can pass freely through the critical waterway,
Indian diaspora helps stabilise Gulf amid regional uncertainty: report
The Indian diaspora has emerged as a quiet yet critical stabilising force across the Gulf region during the recent period of uncertainty in West Asia. As tensions disrupted energy markets, strained logistics networks, and created anxiety among expatriate communities, Indian nationals played a
Hopes rise for Middle East peace as Israel, Lebanon consider ceasefire
Fresh optimism is emerging over a possible end to the West Asia conflict, as Israel and Lebanon move closer to a potential ceasefire, while diplomatic efforts involving Iran and the United States gain momentum. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened a cabinet meeting
US ends sanctions waiver for Russian oil, raising concerns for India’s energy strategy
The United States has announced it will not renew sanctions waivers that allowed countries, including India, to purchase Russian and Iranian oil, signaling a return to stricter enforcement amid escalating geopolitical tensions. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that the temporary licenses—introduced to
Netanyahu warns of possible Iran war resumption as US pushes for fresh talks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israel is prepared for a possible resumption of war with Iran, even as the United States signals optimism about a new round of diplomatic talks aimed at de-escalating the crisis. In a video statement, Netanyahu emphasized
US Navy warns ships against breaching Iran blockade as enforcement intensifies
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has issued a stark warning to vessels in the region, cautioning against attempts to breach the ongoing US naval blockade targeting Iran’s ports and coastal areas. In an audio message broadcast to ships operating in key waterways,
Asim Munir arrives in Iran with US peace proposal after talks collapse in Islamabad
Asim Munir has arrived in Iran carrying a peace proposal backed by Donald Trump, as efforts intensify to revive negotiations following the collapse of US-Iran talks in Islamabad. Munir, accompanied by senior officials including Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, was received in Tehran by
Iran warns of Red Sea blockade as US tightens Hormuz pressure
Iran has escalated its rhetoric against the United States, warning it could expand its response beyond the Strait of Hormuz to include key maritime routes such as the Red Sea, raising concerns of a broader disruption to global trade. Iranian officials said that
Ex-IRGC chief’s call for US ground invasion reflects hardline strategy amid rising tensions
A provocative statement by former Iranian military commander Mohsen Rezaei has drawn global attention after he suggested that a United States ground invasion of Iran would actually benefit Tehran, underscoring the hardline stance within sections of Iran’s leadership. Rezaei, a former chief of
Iran warns of ‘dangerous consequences’ over US actions in Persian Gulf and Hormuz Strait
Iran has warned of “dangerous consequences” from recent United States actions targeting the Persian Gulf and the strategic Strait of Hormuz, signaling rising tensions in an already volatile region. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi issued the warning during a phone conversation with Chinese
US ends oil waivers, India faces fresh energy strategy challenge amid global supply strain
The United States’ decision to end temporary waivers allowing the sale of Russian and Iranian oil already at sea is set to reshape global energy dynamics, with India among the countries most affected. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that Washington will not