Conflicting accounts emerged between the United States and Iran after President Donald Trump announced a temporary halt to planned attacks on the region’s energy infrastructure, claiming he had had “very good” and “productive” talks with Tehran. However, the Iranian authorities deny any direct negotiations and accuse Washington of using diplomacy as a cover to “buy … Read more
Iran threatened on Sunday to “completely close” the Strait of Hormuz if U.S. President Donald Trump follows his warning to attack Iranian energy facilities within 48 hours. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said energy bases in countries where U.S. bases are located would be “legitimate” targets.The US president warned: “If Iran does not fully … Read more
A Russian oil tanker chartered by Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd (MRPL) arrived off the coast of India on Sunday, underscoring ongoing concerns about global energy supplies amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The vessel, MT Aqua Titan, is currently anchored about 10 nautical miles off the coast of Mangaluru in the Arabian Sea … Read more
President of the United States Donald Trump Iran’s threats to escalate the war by attacking energy facilities in the Gulf could expand hostilities, deepening the regional crisis and heightening concerns in global markets. Trump and Iran have heightened tensions over energy facilities in the Gulf, potentially triggering a regional crisis and affecting global markets amid … Read more
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi India will host a high-level meeting on Sunday evening to review its energy preparedness in case of escalating tensions in the Middle East, with senior ministers expected to assess the situation in the oil, power and fertilizer sectors, PTI reported citing sources.The meeting focused on ensuring uninterrupted supply, stable … Read more
Saudi Arabia agrees to open King Fahd Air Base in Taif to US troops/Photo: File Saudi Arabia The United States has granted U.S. access to its King Fahd Air Base as tensions with Iran rise, marking a new phase in the Gulf region’s military alliance. The development comes after maritime authorities warned of “serious” security … Read more
The U.S. military announced on Saturday that it had dismantled an Iranian bunker in the Strait of Hormuz that contained weapons that threatened oil and gas shipments.The U.S. statement appeared aimed at calming concerns in energy markets and Washington’s skeptical international allies.Adm. Brad Cooper, commander of U.S. Central Command, said U.S. warplanes dropped a 5,000-pound … Read more
New Delhi: Operation Epic Fury started as a lightning strike but has now turned into a 22-day war of attrition. The United States and Israel launched a decisive onslaught that eliminated many members of Iran’s leadership, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Wave after wave of missiles destroyed important military bases, aiming for a quick … Read more
The White House said on Friday that the United States could “take” Iran’s Kharg Island at any time if President Donald Trump ordered it, following reports that the administration was considering plans to seize or blockade Iran’s strategic oil hub.Axios reports that Trump has been considering action against Haqq to force Tehran to reopen the … Read more
