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The Latest: Iran fires on ships in Strait of Hormuz as Tehran imposes restrictions again

The Latest: Iran fires on ships in Strait of Hormuz as Tehran imposes restrictions again

Iran has reversed course on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and fired on a tanker attempting to pass the waterway
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Trump, Iran cite progress in talks as uncertainty hangs over Strait

Trump, Iran cite progress in talks as uncertainty hangs over Strait

By Trevor Hunnicutt, Ariba Shahid and Muhammad Al Gebaly WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD, April 19 - Iran's top negotiator said recent talks with the U.S. had made progress but gaps remained over nuclear issues and the Strait of Hormuz, while President Donald Trump cited "very good conversations" with Tehran
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Two Indian ships come under fire in Strait of Hormuz after Iran reasserts control

Two Indian ships come under fire in Strait of Hormuz after Iran reasserts control

Two Indian ships come under fire in Strait of Hormuz after Iran reasserts control
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Iran doubles down on closing the Strait of Hormuz as the ceasefire nears expiration

Iran doubles down on closing the Strait of Hormuz as the ceasefire nears expiration

Iran has doubled down on its pledge to restrict ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz as long as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remains in place
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India's Strategic Interests in the Gulf Amid Iranian Tensions

India's Strategic Interests in the Gulf Amid Iranian Tensions

India's economic and strategic interests in the Gulf region are being challenged by Iran's recent actions, which include obstructing commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and launching attacks on Gulf states. These developments are significant for India, as the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is India's largest trading partner bloc, with bilateral trade exceeding $178 billion in FY 2024-25. The region is crucial for India's energy imports, with a significant portion of crude oil and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) transiting through the Hormuz corridor. Iran's actions threaten the stability of this vital trade route, impacting India's energy security and economic stability. The situation is further complicated by Iran's nuclear ambitions and its use of proxy forces, which pose a threat to regional stability.
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US renews Russian oil waiver after pressure from countries dealing with Iran war price shocks

US renews Russian oil waiver after pressure from countries dealing with Iran war price shocks

By Timothy Gardner and Ismail Shakil WASHINGTON, April 17 (Reuters) - The Trump administration on Friday renewed a waiver allowing countries to buy sanctioned Russian oil at sea for about a month, even as lawmakers accused the government of going easy on Moscow as its war on Ukraine grinds on.
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Reliance Industries Rejects Iranian Oil Cargoes Amid U.S. Sanctions Waiver Expiry

Reliance Industries Rejects Iranian Oil Cargoes Amid U.S. Sanctions Waiver Expiry

Reliance Industries Rejects Iranian Oil Cargoes Amid U.S. Sanctions Waiver Expiry
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Sri Lanka Repatriates 238 Iranian Sailors After U.S. Torpedo Attack

Sri Lanka Repatriates 238 Iranian Sailors After U.S. Torpedo Attack

Sri Lanka has repatriated 238 Iranian sailors, including 32 survivors of a U.S. torpedo attack on the IRIS Dena warship. The attack occurred on March 4 in the Indian Ocean as the ship was returning from a naval exercise in India. The Sri Lankan navy recovered 87 bodies and hospitalized 32 survivors. A second Iranian ship, facing technical issues, was brought to a Sri Lankan port. The Defense Ministry confirmed that most crew members have been sent back to Iran. Sri Lanka's actions have been praised for adhering to international law and maintaining neutrality in the conflict.
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U.S. Energy Exports Surge Amid Middle East Conflict, Reshaping Global Oil Markets

U.S. Energy Exports Surge Amid Middle East Conflict, Reshaping Global Oil Markets

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East, particularly the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, has led to a significant shift in global oil markets. The U.S. has increased its crude exports to a record 5 million barrels per day to fill the supply gaps left by the disruption. This situation has prompted Gulf states to explore alternative export routes, reducing reliance on the Strait. The U.S. Treasury is also considering sanctions on Chinese and Hong Kong banks that support Iran, aiming to economically isolate Iran further. The conflict has highlighted the strategic importance of diversifying energy supply routes and has potential long-term implications for global energy dynamics.
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Exclusive-Indian refiners pay for Iran oil in yuan via ICICI Bank, sources say

Exclusive-Indian refiners pay for Iran oil in yuan via ICICI Bank, sources say

By Nidhi Verma and Nimesh Vora NEW DELHI/MUMBAI, April 17 (Reuters) - Indian refiners are settling payments for rare cargoes of Iranian oil purchased under a temporary U.S. sanctions waiver using Chinese yuan through Mumbai-based ICICI Bank, four sources with knowledge of the matter said.
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Reliance Industries Rejects Iranian Oil Cargoes as US Waiver Deadline Approaches

Reliance Industries Rejects Iranian Oil Cargoes as US Waiver Deadline Approaches

Reliance Industries Rejects Iranian Oil Cargoes as US Waiver Deadline Approaches
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Sri Lanka sent home 238 Iranian sailors, including survivors of a US torpedo attack

Sri Lanka sent home 238 Iranian sailors, including survivors of a US torpedo attack

Sri Lanka has sent home 238 Iranian sailors, including 32 who survived a U.S. torpedo attack in the Indian Ocean