Seoul moves fast to shield energy supply from global tensions. South Korea has secured more than 270 million barrels of crude oil from suppliers unaffected by the U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, ensuring stable energy supply despite rising geopolitical risks. The announcement was made by Kang Hoon-sik, Chief of Staff to the president,…
A sanctioned vessel exits strategic waters, raising questions over enforcement. A U.S.-sanctioned tanker linked to China has exited the Strait of Hormuz without interception, testing the effectiveness of the blockade ordered by Donald Trump. The vessel, identified as the Rich Starry, reportedly sailed out of the strait early Tuesday after initially appearing to reverse course…
Tensions rise as nuclear demands stall fragile negotiations. The United States has proposed a 20-year suspension of uranium enrichment by Iran, as talks to ease escalating tensions between the two countries hit a major roadblock. Donald Trump confirmed that Iran’s nuclear programme remains the central issue preventing a breakthrough. According to sources familiar with the…
Tensions surge as the U.S. moves to restrict one of the world’s most critical oil routes. Donald Trump has announced a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following the collapse of high-level talks with Iran. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the decision takes effect immediately and targets all vessels entering or…
The Middle East war has a negotiating table — and the world is watching Islamabad. JD Vance arrived in Pakistan on Saturday for high-stakes Iran talks in Islamabad, leading the US team sent by President Trump to negotiate a path toward ending the Middle East war. Iran’s delegation of over 70, led by parliamentary speaker…
A last-minute deal has eased tensions over a vital global shipping route. Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is open to ships that coordinate with its authorities following an agreement with the United States. The announcement comes after Donald Trump agreed to suspend planned military strikes. According to Abbas Araghchi, vessels can pass safely through…
A last-minute agreement has paused a major escalation in the Middle East. The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, easing tensions after weeks of conflict. The US Iran ceasefire over the Strait of Hormuz was announced just hours before a planned U.S. military strike, marking a sudden shift toward diplomacy. Under…
United States President Donald Trump has announced a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran following talks with Pakistani leaders. The US president said the decision came after discussions with Shehbaz Sharif and Asim Munir, who urged him to halt planned military strikes on Iran. Trump said the temporary suspension of hostilities is conditional on…
The world’s most critical oil route remains blocked — and the clock has run out. Oil prices climbed sharply as Trump’s Strait of Hormuz deadline expired with Iran showing no sign of backing down. WTI crude futures surged past $115 per barrel while Brent rose to $111.43. Trump’s Ultimatum And Iran’s Rejection Trump threatened to…
The Middle East is edging closer to the brink. Israel attacks on Iran’s petrochemical facilities mark one of the most significant escalations in the ongoing conflict. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz confirmed strikes on Asaluyeh — hitting plants responsible for roughly 85% of Iran’s petrochemical exports. One facility alone accounts for half of the country’s…
