Authorities in Iran have allowed vessels carrying essential goods to reach its ports through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, easing restrictions imposed during escalating regional tensions. The decision permits cargo ships transporting critical supplies to continue operations while broader maritime restrictions remain in place amid the ongoing confrontation. Read more : Trump warns Iran […]
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Houthis escalate Iran war as US Marines deploy regionally
Yemen’s Houthi movement has entered the widening Iran conflict by launching fresh missile attacks on Israel, significantly raising fears of a broader regional war already disrupting global energy supplies and trade routes. Meanwhile, the United States has rapidly deployed thousands of Marines, with initial contingents arriving aboard amphibious assault ships, signaling a potential expansion of […]
Iran warns Gulf closure if coast attacked amid Hormuz standoff
Iran has warned that any attack on its southern coastline or islands could trigger a sweeping disruption across Gulf shipping lanes, escalating tensions around the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The country’s Defence Council said it would respond by laying different types of sea mines throughout key maritime routes, potentially blocking access to the entire Gulf […]
Trump pressures allies to secure Strait of Hormuz amid war
Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Donald Trump has urged several countries to help secure the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, through which nearly 20 percent of the world’s oil supply passes. However, both Sanae Takaichi and Australia’s government stated on Monday that they currently have no plans to send naval ships to escort […]
Middle East war intensifies as Iran and Israel exchange strikes
The war between Iran, Israel, and the United States intensified on Wednesday as both sides launched fresh air strikes across the Middle East. Overnight missile attacks forced millions of Israelis into bomb shelters after the military warned that Iranian missiles were heading toward Israeli territory. Air defence systems intercepted several incoming rockets, lighting the night […]
Pakistan raises fuel prices sharply as Middle East war shakes oil
Pakistan’s federal government has announced a massive increase in kerosene oil prices, raising the rate by Rs130.08 per litre to Rs318.81 from the previous Rs188.73. Officials confirmed the revised price through a notification issued in Islamabad, adding that the new rate took effect immediately. The sudden jump reflects the growing pressure on energy-importing countries as […]