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"US will never risk sending its navy to open up Strait of Hormuz": Kanwal
Updated : 1 day, 13 hours ago IST
Sibal argued that the US is unlikely to risk a naval operation to forcibly "reopen" the Strait of Hormuz as the deep-water channel necessary for large vessels lies within Iranian territorial waters. Iran does not need sophisticated long-range missiles to defend this corridor; short-range
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West Asia conflict: White House confirms US Navy did not escort vessels vi
Updated : 3 days, 5 hours ago IST
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Tuesday (local time) said that the United States has not escorted any vessels or tankers via the Strait of Hormuz amid the developing security situation in West Asia and the Gulf.
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Trump warns Iran against attempting to block Strait of Hormuz and disrupti
Updated : 3 days, 18 hours ago IST
United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday warned Iran against attempting to disrupt global oil supplies, saying Washington would respond with overwhelming force if Tehran tried to interfere with energy shipments through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
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"We're waiving certain oil-related sanctions": Trump moves to curb global
Updated : 3 days, 23 hours ago IST
US President Donald Trump suggested a temporary waiver of certain oil sanctions to curb soaring energy prices. He noted the US Navy could escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz if necessary. This follows recent Treasury sanctions on Iran's "shadow fleet" used to fund military program
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Jairam Ramesh questions Centre's position after US destroys Iranian vessel
Updated : 1 week, 1 day ago IST
In an 'X' post, Ramesh expressed shock over no official response from the government over the issue, while highlighting its enormous implications for the country.
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Trump orders maritime insurance to safeguard Gulf shipping, says US will "
Updated : 1 week, 2 days ago IST
"If necessary, the United States Navy will begin escorting tankers through the Strait of Hormuz as soon as possible. No matter what, the United States will ensure the FREE FLOW of ENERGY to the WORLD. The United States' ECONOMIC and MILITARY MIGHT is the GREATEST ON EARTH - More actions t
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Pete Hegseth warns Iran, says US military "will be prepared" for action
Updated : 1 month, 1 week ago IST
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth warned Iran against pursuing nuclear weapons as the US boosts its military presence in the Middle East. Citing recent operations and naval deployments, he said Washington is reasserting deterrence, while President Trump urged Tehran to strike a nuclear dea
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US forces seize another oil tanker in Caribbean, say "no safe haven for cr
Updated : 2 months ago IST
The US Southern Command on Friday announced the seizure of another oil tanker, named Olina, in the Caribbean Sea in a pre-dawn operation, making it the fifth seizure of a tanker by US forces.
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North Korea missile launch poses no immediate threat, says US Indo-Pacific
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
In a statement posted on X, the US Indo-Pacific Command said, "We are aware of the missile launches and are consulting closely with our allies and partners. Based on current assessments, this event does not pose an immediate threat to US personnel or territory, or to our allies. The Unite
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US President announces plan for "Trump class" battleships
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
United States President Donald Trump announced on Monday (local time) the new "Trump class" of Navy battleships into the "Golden Fleet" of the US Navy.
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US pursues sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela after vessel refuses to st
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The vessel, identified as Bella 1, was sailing toward Venezuela to load oil when US Coast Guard personnel attempted to board it.
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US strikes three boats in Pacific Ocean, kills eight in Operation Southern
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
According to a post by US Southern Command, the strikes were conducted on Monday under the direction of US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth as part of Operation Southern Spear. The operation was carried out by Joint Task Force Southern Spear in the Eastern Pacific.
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