India-bound oil tanker crosses Strait of Hormuz

India-bound oil tanker crosses Strait of Hormuz

An India-bound oil tanker, Nissos Keros, has successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz and is expected to arrive in Visakhapatnam on June 3. The development comes amid tensions in the region, with Iran regulating vessel movements through the strategic waterway. 2 days ago
Trump claims 'total military victory' over Iran, says US strikes severely damaged Tehran's capabilities

Trump pauses Iran strike amid diplomatic push by Gulf nations

US President Donald Trump said he postponed a planned military strike on Iran after urgent diplomatic appeals from Gulf nations including Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE, which sought more time for negotiations with Tehran over its nuclear programme. 12 days ago
Everyone should evacuate Tehran: Donald Trump

US-Iran tensions deepen after Trump's fresh warning to Tehran

Tensions between the United States and Iran have intensified after Donald Trump issued a strong warning to Tehran, signalling the possibility of further military action. Trump reportedly met senior national security officials to discuss the ongoing Iran conflict 12 days ago
Iran to soon unveil mechanism to manage Strait of Hormuz: Senior lawmaker

Iran to soon unveil mechanism to manage Strait of Hormuz: Senior lawmaker

The development comes amid rising tensions in the Persian Gulf following US-backed military actions and Iran's tightening control over the Strait beginning February 28. Iran had restricted passage for vessels linked to the United States and Israel after joint strikes on Iranian territory. 14 days ago
Iran opens Strait of Hormuz for all commercial vessels, Trump says 'thank you'

Hormuz appears set for reopening as US, Iran announce lifting blockades

The Strait of Hormuz appeared set to reopen after the US and Iran announced steps to lift blockades on the crucial global shipping route. US President Donald Trump said he was pausing the blockade to allow space for negotiations, while Iran's IRGC confirmed ships would be allowed to pass through the Strait. 24 days ago
Donald Trump says US offering 'fair deal'; sends Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner to Pakistan for Iran ceasefire talks

US Has Trump; Iran Has Trump Cards

Iran's strength lies in asymmetric warfare. It leverages geography—particularly the Strait of Hormuz and influence near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait—to disrupt global energy flows and shipping. Through targeted strikes, proxy networks, and potential threats to undersea data cables. Apr 27, 2026