World

12

Mar

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

Iran War LIVE Updates: Bahrain officials say Iranian-linked attacks targeted fuel tanks

New Delhi: The US-Israel and Iran war has entered its 13th day today, with both sides continuing to launch attacks against each other. The Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council said that the people of Iran are not afraid of American threats. He added that many powerful forces in the past had tried to destroy Iran but failed. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump claimed that Iran's navy, air force and drone capabilities have suffered massive damage, and its military infrastructure has been significantly weakened.  Amid the escalating situation, over 500 Indians stranded in Qatar were evacuated to New Delhi…

Read More

12

Mar

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

Trump announces to tap Strategic Petroleum Reserve as Middle East conflict sends gasoline prices soaring

Washington: The ongoing Iran conflict has prompted United States President Donald Trump to announce that his administration will tap into the Strategic Petroleum Reserve in a bid to cool soaring fuel prices. Speaking to WKRC Local 12, Trump confirmed that the release of crude from the emergency reserve would be followed by replenishment at a later stage. He refrained from specifying the volume of oil that would be released. Trump also recalled how he had earlier criticised former President Joe Biden for using the reserve to ease fuel prices. Global oil release plan Trump further revealed that the International Energy…

Read More

12

Mar

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

India’s first crude triumph: Liberian tanker dodges Iran-US war zone, docks safely in Mumbai

Tehran: In a rare glimmer of hope amid the Iran-US conflict's chokehold on global energy routes, the Liberian-flagged tanker Shenlong Suezmax, captained by an Indian mariner, successfully navigated the perilous Strait of Hormuz and berthed at Mumbai port on Wednesday (March 11), marking the first such India-bound crude shipment since hostilities erupted. Loaded with 135,335 metric tonnes of Saudi Arabian crude from Ras Tanura port on March 1, the vessel slipped through the strait on March 8, briefly vanishing from tracking radars before resurfacing on March 9, a maneuver likely designed to evade detection in waters where Iran has targeted…

Read More

12

Mar

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

Indian oil ships to get safe passage through Strait of Hormuz after Jaishankar’s call with Iranian counterpart Araghchi

Tehran: In a major relief for New Delhi amid the worsening global energy crisis, Iran has allowed Indian oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz following talks between External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, according to India TV sources. The move comes as tensions in West Asia have severely disrupted maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial route that handles a significant share of the world’s oil shipments, raising concerns over global energy supplies. Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with his Iranian counterpart on March 10 amid escalating conflict in the…

Read More

12

Mar

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

Iran sets three conditions to end war with US and Israel: Know what are they

Tehran: Iran has set out three key conditions to end its ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel, including recognition of its rights and compensation for damages caused during the war. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the only way to bring the conflict to an end is for the international community to acknowledge Iran's legitimate rights and provide firm guarantees to prevent any future aggression. What are Iran's three conditions to end war? "The only way to end this war—ignited by the Zionist regime & US—is recognizing Iran’s legitimate rights, payment of reparations, and firm int'l guarantees against future…

Read More

12

Mar

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

Indian seafarer killed after Iran’s ‘suicide boat’ hits US-owned oil tanker in Iraq Basra port

Baghdad: A major escalation in the West Asia conflict has allegedly claimed the life of an Indian national after an Iranian "suicide" boat reportedly targeted the US-owned crude oil tanker Safesea Vishnu near the Khor Al Zubair port in Iraq. The vessel, flagged under the Marshall Islands, was attacked in Iraqi territorial waters, news agency PTI reported citing sources. While one Indian national lost his life, the remaining 27 crew members were rescued and moved to Basra, it added. Sources close to Safesea said they were devastated by the loss of the Indian crew member. They urged the Indian government…

Read More

12

Mar

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

Iran strikes oil storage tanks at Oman’s Salalah Port using drones, massive fire erupts | Watch

Muscat: Tensions in West Asia continue to spiral as the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran intensifies. In a sharp escalation, Iranian drones reportedly targeted oil storage tanks at the Salalah Port in Oman which led to a massive blaze and towering plumes of smoke. The strikes were first reported by Oman TV, while British maritime security firm Ambrey also confirmed attacks on key infrastructure. Video shows intense blasts at energy facilities A video circulating online shows the moment Iranian drones hit the energy facilities. The visuals indicate that Iran is repeatedly targeting crucial energy sites across the Gulf…

Read More

12

Mar

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

Trump administration begins new process to replace tariffs struck down by Supreme Court

Washington: In a significant development, the Trump administration on Wednesday opened a new trade investigation into manufacturing in foreign countries - an effort that comes after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's previous use of tariffs by declaring an economic emergency. However, the Trump administration and the team have made it clear that they're seeking to replace the hundreds of billions of dollars in lost revenues after the Supreme Court's February ruling by using different laws to establish new tariffs. Greer says he didn't want to prejudge outcome of process In this case, the administration is starting investigations…

Read More

11

Mar

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

US responsible for missile strike on Iran school that killed over 100: Report

New Delhi: The deadly missile strike on a school in Iran’s Minab in February was caused by a "targeting mistake" by US planners, says a preliminary investigation by the US military as reported by The New York Times. Iranian authorities claim the attack killed at least 175 people. According to the report by NYT, which cited unnamed US officials familiar with the findings, the strike on February 28 hit the Shajarah Tayyebeh elementary school, killing a large number of civilians, many of them children. Final conclusion awaited  The report by the NYT also says the initial findings suggest the strike happened…

Read More

11

Mar

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

IEA announces release of 400 million oil barrels from emergency reserves amid Iran war | What it means

New Delhi: The International Energy Agency has agreed to release 400 million barrels of oil from emergency reserves to the market amid the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. The decision was unanimously approved by all 32 member countries of the agency. The IEA said in a statement, "Release of strategic oil reserves would take place over a timeframe that is appropriate to the national circumstances of each member country." Officials said the planned release would be more than double the agency’s largest previous release. In 2022, IEA member countries released 182 million barrels after Russia launched its full-scale invasion…

Read More