Hormuz flashpoint: a ceasefire in danger and talks failing

Nov 1, 2026, 13:30 IST

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Trump may order attacks on Iran around the US midterm elections.

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Iran demands release of its frozen foreign assets, reportedly worth $100 billion.

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Masoud Pezeshkian offered dialogue but rejected negotiations conducted under fear or pressure.

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Trump reportedly ordered a post-midterm-election attack on Iran in November.

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Iranian adviser Zolghadr said Hormuz stays closed until Trump and Netanyahu depart.


Iran's terms for reopening Hormuz

Sep 27, 2026, 02:30 IST

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Iran has not received a formal US response through mediators on Hormuz.

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Iran says Hormuz can reopen within seven days if conditions are met.

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Iran could reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restore normal shipping within seven days.

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Iran's like, 'Your response is insufficient,' and the US is out here like, 'Did you mean, like, my WiFi speed?'


Agnipath: leaner army vs insecure soldiers

Aug 30, 2026, 05:08 IST

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Agniveer physical proficiency testing includes a final five-metre lateral shuttle.

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An Agniveer returned home in uniform to bid farewell to his father.

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Indian Express reported Air Force seeking 75% retention, Army and Navy 50%.


Hormuz as Iran's real weapon: can it hold the world hostage?

Oct 28, 2026, 12:56 IST

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Iran now controls the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb through Houthis.

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Iran’s IRGC threatened to halt all West Asian oil and gas exports.

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Mass-produced drones and missiles costing around $20,000 can overwhelm expensive defenses.

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United States ballistic missiles cost about $5 million each.

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Continued US blockade could raise oil prices from $75–80 to $150–180.


The Iran war and oil: what it costs India

Sep 10, 2026, 14:12 IST

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Oil prices would fall after victory in the war with Iran.

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Since February 27, crude oil rose 60% while Nifty fell nearly 10%.

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Brent crude rose from roughly $70 to $84.18 after the Iran war.


US/Israel–Iran war: India's stance, oil security and strategic autonomy

Oct 26, 2026, 20:00 IST

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Iran supports Hamas, Hezbollah and Yemen through its resistance network.

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A drone directly attacked a ship ahead of the speaker’s vessel.

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BRICS members should expand national-currency trade and build currency-risk tools.

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Narendra Modi and Amit Shah proudly wave the Indian national flag.

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Crude oil has risen to around $120 during the ongoing war.


Trump's Hormuz claims: tolls, annexation and a 'Trump Strait'

Sep 22, 2026, 17:00 IST

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Donald Trump jokingly renamed the Strait of Hormuz the Trump Strait.

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Donald Trump claimed the Strait of Hormuz is new United States territory.

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Trump proposed making the Strait of Hormuz US territory after defeating Iran.

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JD Vance wants oil prices contained to prevent inflation before US midterms.

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Trump proposed a 20% cargo fee on ships leaving Hormuz.


India between Iran, Israel and the US: balancing act vs no stand at all

Nov 1, 2026, 16:35 IST

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Jaishankar says attacks on civilian shipping disproportionately harm the Global South.

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India-Iran ties remain centuries old despite India's new Russia agreement.

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India should actively discuss regional security with all concerned parties.

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India halted Chabahar investment after American sanctions complicated cooperation with Iran.

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India reaffirmed strategic autonomy, denying any shift or alignment in foreign policy.