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"Leverage of blocking Strait of Hormuz must continue," says Ayatollah Mojt
Updated : 1 day, 23 hours ago IST
In his first address to the Iranian people. Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei called for the continued blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a move that will raise tensions.
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Iran warns of attack on ports in West Asia if its ports are targeted by US
Updated : 2 days, 9 hours ago IST
IRIB Quoted the official as saying, "If any attack is carried out against Iran's economic ports, all docks, ports, and economic zones across West Asia will be destroyed."
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Three crew members feared trapped in engine room after Iranian attack on T
Updated : 2 days, 9 hours ago IST
Three crew members are feared trapped in a Thai-flagged vessel's engine room following an Iranian strike in the Strait of Hormuz. The attack is part of an intensifying IRGC blockade, where international ships are targeted by drones if they move "even a few metres" without permission.
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"Remain silent or be targeted": IRGC enforces lethal "no-move" zone in Str
Updated : 2 days, 10 hours ago IST
The IRGC has enforced a maritime blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, targeting vessels that move "even a few metres" without permission. With 14 tankers reportedly hit, the paralysis of this vital oil route has forced the US and IEA to release millions of barrels from strategic reserves.
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Oil Marketing Companies to ration LPG supplies amid West Asia conflict; Do
Updated : 3 days, 2 hours ago IST
Due to the current West Asia geopolitical situation and blockade on LPG imports, available supplies are being carefully rationed to ensure wider coverage, with domestic households being the top priority. The three major state-run oil marketing companies (OMCs) have initiated a judicial distr
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Trump warns Iran of retaliation "twenty times harder" over potential Strai
Updated : 4 days, 12 hours ago IST
US President Donald Trump warned Iran of a response "twenty times harder" if they block the Strait of Hormuz. Claiming the war is "pretty much over," he stated Tehran has no military assets left. However, the IRGC countered that they will "determine the end of the war."
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Women block Quetta-Karachi highway over delay in CM's Ramazan ration packa
Updated : 2 weeks ago IST
As per TET, the demonstrators , many of whom depend on government assistance to feed their families during the holy month of Ramazan, accused provincial authorities of failing to distribute the Chief Minister's announced Ramazan ration package. The women alleged that despite making repeated
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Trump floats "friendly takeover" of Cuba as US tightens fuel blockade
Updated : 2 weeks ago IST
US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) said Cuba is in serious economic trouble, suggesting the possibility of a "friendly takeover", as his administration intensifies pressure on the communist government in Havana through a fuel blockade.
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Armed attacks, highway blockades reported in Balochistan's Surab and Kech;
Updated : 2 weeks, 1 day ago IST
According to the reports, unidentified gunmen set up a blockade on the Karachi-Quetta N-25 National Highway in Surab. When a police convoy reached the location, it allegedly came under fire, resulting in a clash. During the exchange, an armoured police vehicle was said to have been destroyed
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Mexico's President Pardo asks citizens to 'remain informed, calm' after ca
Updated : 2 weeks, 5 days ago IST
In a post on X, President Sheinbaum stated that the operation has resulted in various blockades and "other reactions" in some areas and that Mexico's Security Cabinet was providing regular updates on the situation through social media.
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Prolonged curfew in Balochistan sparks allegations of coercion and civilia
Updated : 2 weeks, 6 days ago IST
In one instance, a pregnant woman in critical condition was reportedly denied timely access to medical treatment due to movement restrictions.
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Trade unions stage protest in Chennai; CITU State president condemns labou
Updated : 1 month ago IST
An all-India general strike is being observed nationwide, with participation by workers in both urban and rural areas, including agricultural labourers. He stated that protests and road blockades were occurring at thousands of centres across India.
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