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"We'll see what happens": Trump reacts to Mojtaba Khamenei's appointment a
Updated : 5 days, 3 hours ago IST
US President Donald Trump adopted a "we'll see what happens" stance following Mojtaba Khamenei's appointment as Iran's Supreme Leader. Despite prior warnings that any successor requires US approval to "last long," Tehran finalised the transition, while Israel issued threats of "elimination"
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Geo-economics over geopolitics: Russian strategic expert Tatiana Kukhareva
Updated : 6 days, 13 hours ago IST
Russian strategic expert Tatiana Kukhareva, on Saturday, said that the US Treasury Department's 30-day waiver for India to buy Russian oil is about economics, not geopolitics. Speaking to ANI, she said that US President Donald Trump's approach prioritises the economy and money, and he'll
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2012 deal with US on no Iran Oil purchase burns holes in Cong attack on Go
Updated : 1 week ago IST
However, historical records from the Congress-led UPA government's tenure indicate that India too had reduced oil imports from Iran following pressure linked to US sanctions.
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"Measures will be taken so no one dares violate our sovereignty again": Co
Updated : 1 week ago IST
Iran's Consul General in Mumbai stated that the country remains united after the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and will continue defending its sovereignty. He highlighted public support for the leadership, criticised US sanctions and attacks, and expressed hope for cooperation with India
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India seized three Iran-linked US-sanctioned tankers, reports Reuters
Updated : 3 weeks, 4 days ago IST
India has seized three US-sanctioned oil tankers linked to Iran this month and stepped up surveillance in its maritime zone to curb illicit trade, Reuters reported on Monday citing a source.
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"Trying to ban India, other partners from buying cheap, affordable Russian
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov took a dig at the United States in an interview with TV BRICS and said that there are efforts to ban India and other partners from purchasing Russian oil, Sputnik reported on Monday.
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Trump signs order threatening tariffs on countries doing business with Ira
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Under the order, beginning on its effective date, the United States may impose an additional ad valorem duty-for example, up to 25 per cent- on goods imported into the US from any country that directly or indirectly purchases, imports, or otherwise acquires goods or services from Iran. Read More
US imposes sanctions on 15 entities targeting Iranian petrochemical produc
Updated : 1 month ago IST
The United States on Friday imposed sanctions on 15 entities targeting Iranian petroleum and petrochemical products, accusing Iran of using the funds for "destabilising activities" worldwide and in response to the protests in the country.
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Cuba open to dialogue with US but not under pressure: President Diaz-Canel
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel stated that his country is open to dialogue with the United States on any topic but without pressure or preconditions. Amid severe fuel shortages and US threats, he rejected talks under duress, insisting on equal terms, sovereignty, and no interference.
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US sanction policy 'criminal': Envoy Juan Carlos Marsan Aguilera
Updated : 1 month, 1 week ago IST
Terming the United States' latest escalation of sanctions as "criminal," the Cuban Ambassador to India, Juan Carlos Marsan Aguilera, has asserted that Havana remains committed to cooperation rather than confrontation, despite what he described as Washington's attempts to "suffocate" the i
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US imposes sanctions on top Iranian officials after protest violence
Updated : 1 month, 1 week ago IST
The US sanctioned Iran's interior minister and IRGC-linked figures over protest crackdowns, while the EU designated the IRGC a terrorist group. Israel welcomed the move, Iran condemned it, and new EU measures targeted officials, drone programmes and human rights abuses.
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Venezuela passes sweeping oil law reform to open doors for foreign firms
Updated : 1 month, 1 week ago IST
Venezuela's National Assembly approved major changes to oil laws, giving foreign companies more control and allowing lower royalties. The reforms reverse parts of earlier nationalisation, follow eased US sanctions, and aim to revive the oil sector, though critics warn of long-term risks.
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