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UAE calls for multinational force to break Iran’s Hormuz chokehold: Report

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has reportedly called for a multinational force to break Iran’s chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz as its traditionally neutral stance has shifted after Iran bombarded it more than any other country in the region — even Israel.

‘He cares about US-India relationship’: US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor after meeting Trump

US Envoy to India Sergio Gor met US President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday and highlighted the importance Washington places on its relationship with India.

End of Nato? Why are European allies refusing to back Trump’s Iran war?

European Nato members like France, Italy, and Spain are resisting US President Donald Trump’s push for support in the Iran war, restricting airspace and military access. Domestic pressure and rising energy costs have deepened divisions, exposing fractures within the transatlantic alliance and raising questions over the bloc’s future cohesion

29 killed as Russian military aircraft crashes in Crimea, technical glitch suspected

The defence ministry said that the plane lost control due to a technical glitch, resulting in it crashing into a cliff. Six crew members and 23 passengers were killed in the plane crash

China, Pakistan urge immediate ceasefire, push to restore Hormuz shipping

China and Pakistan have called for an immediate ceasefire and peace talks in the Middle East, urging restoration of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran denies formal negotiations with the United States.

White House prepares for oil to reach $150-200 as Iran war drags into 2nd month: Report

With the US-Israeli war on Iran in its second month and the Strait of Hormuz still blockaded, the White House is reportedly preparing for oil to reach $150-$200 oil — as petrol prices have risen about 35% and diesel 45% since the war began.

Iran warns of 'dangerous consequences' if Europe intervenes in war

Several European nations have so far kept their distance from the conflict, avoiding direct involvement in offensive operations, though some have extended defensive support to Gulf states

Why China has joined Pakistan in mediating peace talks in Iran war

Amid the intense fighting in West Asia, Pakistan and China presented a new initiative to end the war in Iran, which includes an immediate ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. For Beijing, an end to the conflict is greatly beneficial for its economy

PM Modi expresses grief over former Suriname president Santokhi’s death, calls it a loss for Indian diaspora

PM Modi emphasised Santokhi’s consistent efforts to strengthen bilateral relations between India and Suriname, particularly in areas of culture, trade, and development cooperation

Only 84 tankers crossed Strait of Hormuz in March amid Iran’s blockade

Data shows that only 84 tankers crossed the Strait of Hormuz in March amid the Iranian blockade — far below the roughly 130 daily crossings before the war.

Trump to give ‘important update on Iran’ tomorrow, after saying war could end in 2-3 weeks

US President Donald Trump will address the nation on Thursday with an update on the Iran conflict, as the US weighs troop deployment, intensifies strikes on nuclear sites, and signals the war could end in 2-3 weeks.

Will Iran war end with Hormuz still shut? Trump officials say it's likely with new deadline

US President Donald Trump signalled uncertainty over reopening the Strait of Hormuz as the US pushes to end the Iran conflict within weeks, urging allies to share responsibility, amid rising oil prices, global concerns, and competing proposals from China and Pakistan

Iran confirms ‘direct’ messages with Trump aide Steve Witkoff, but says no negotiations underway

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran has not yet responded to any of Washington's proposals to end the war and that it has not submitted any counter-proposals either

Rubio directs diplomats to use social platform X to counter anti-US propaganda

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has directed US diplomats to counter anti-American propaganda using X and coordinating with military psychological operations units, aiming to tackle disinformation threats while raising concerns over free speech and government-led information campaigns.