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Eleven India-bound ships cross Strait of Hormuz after US-Iran MoU: MEA

Eleven India-bound ships cross Strait of Hormuz after US-Iran MoU: MEA

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Eleven India-bound vessels have successfully transited through the Strait of Hormuz after the United States (US) and Iran finalised a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at ending the recent conflict in West Asia, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Tuesday. Speaking at a media briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said shipping movement through the strategic waterway has continued following the agreement signed on June 17.  Weekly Media Briefing by the Official Spokesperson (June 23, 2026)https://t.co/KAE3SJlfBJ — Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) June 23, 2026 “Since the signing of the MoU on June 17, 11 India-bound vessels have transited through the Strait of Hormuz,” Jaiswal said. According to the MEA, the vessels that crossed the Strait of Hormuz include three Indian-flagged crude oil tankers, each carrying more than 285,000 metric tonnes of crude oil. The list also includes one foreign-flagged LPG carrier, one foreign-flagged crude oil tanker and six foreign-flagged bulk carriers transporting fertilizer cargo destined for India. The movement of these vessels is significant as the Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most …

Key Takeaways on Ukraine, Iran, Migration and India

Key Takeaways on Ukraine, Iran, Migration and India

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From June 15 to 17, world leaders came together in France for the G7 (Group of Seven) meeting amid rising geopolitical tensions and economic instability. The meeting focused on the Russia-Ukraine war, the tensions in West Asia, artificial intelligence (AI) and global trade disruptions.  The G7, an informal forum of leading industrialised nations, comprises Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK and the US. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s presence at the 52nd edition of the summit drew global attention, amid renewed efforts to bring a resolution to the Russia-Ukraine war, now in its fifth year.  India also participated in the event, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagging concerns over the safety of Indian seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz, after attacks on commercial ships by the US Navy killed three Indians. Following three days of discussions, the G7 leaders released statements on major topics such as human trafficking, geopolitical issues and rebuilding international partnerships.  Here’s a look at what G7 brings for the world, what it means for India, and the developments to watch going …

India’s exports hit 3 billion even amid West Asia turmoil, US tariffs: Official | Ahmedabad News

India’s exports hit $863 billion even amid West Asia turmoil, US tariffs: Official | Ahmedabad News

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4 min readAhmedabadJun 18, 2026 01:54 AM IST By Yashaswi Singh DNYANESHWAR B Patil Zonal Development Commissioner Kandla Special Economic Zone (KASEZ) said on Wednesday that despite challenges faced during 2025-26, including the West Asia crisis and heavy tariffs imposed by the United States, the country has “performed wonderfully”. “The year 2025-26 was a challenging year, as we know there was crisis in West Asia and the US had also imposed tariffs, but despite all this we have performed wonderfully and that shows the resilience of India,” said Patil while speaking at the Gujarat SEZs Outreach Programme organised in Ahmedabad on Wednesday, during which officials reviewed 12 years of progress made by Gujarat’s Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and outlined their vision for future growth, investment and exports. Despite these challenges, he said the export performance remained strong and referred to an export figure of $863.11 billion, covering products such as coffee, spices and marine goods. Also, the potential role in supporting manufacturing, technology transfer and employment generation in India through long-term investment commitments of the European …

US-Iran peace agreement: Energy worries far from over, India keeps fingers crossed | Explained News

US-Iran peace agreement: Energy worries far from over, India keeps fingers crossed | Explained News

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This is the closest the two countries have come to a deal since the West Asia war began in late February, raising hopes of a pick-up in maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. But energy and shipping experts, though optimistic, are approaching the development with considerable caution. India, which depends heavily on West Asian imports to meet its oil, natural gas, and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) needs, is watching the developments closely. Government sources said they hoped the deal would ease energy flows from the region, but are not fully convinced yet. Oil and gas sector insiders are similarly optimistic about the prospect of Iranian oil and gas returning to international markets as part of the agreement, but remain wary of counting on it. The key concern is most of the deal’s terms are still unknown. It remains to be seen how the agreement — if signed — will play out in the fraught waters of the strait, which used to carry a fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) flows before …

‘Bomb our way to solutions’: Obama says Trump’s Iran deal won’t improve on his pact | World News

‘Bomb our way to solutions’: Obama says Trump’s Iran deal won’t improve on his pact | World News

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Former US President Barack Obama has said that any potential deal to end the conflict between America and Iran will not mark a “significant improvement” over the accord his administration negotiated 11 years ago. Speaking on ABC News‘ talk show “This Week,” Obama suggested that it would be better to negotiate an agreement that doesn’t fulfil all the requirements presented by Washington so that an outright war can be avoided. Contemporary peace efforts and context Obama’s remarks come at a time when the US and Iran are closing in on a potential peace agreement to end the over three-month-old conflict that could also reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump has said his administration is going to sign a deal with Iran on Sunday. Referring to 2015’s Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) nuclear agreement that Trump abandoned during his first term, Obama said, “It is doubtful that any agreement that arises is going to be significantly different or a significant improvement from the deal that we had in the first place,” ABC …

Indian crew evacuated from Virat 1 after engine failure; rescue underway

Indian crew evacuated from Virat 1 after engine failure; rescue underway

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Fourteen Indian crew members aboard the Indian-flagged merchant vessel Virat 1 were evacuated to a life raft after the ship suffered an engine failure off the Oman coast. The Indian Embassy in Muscat said rescue operations are underway under the coordination of Omani authorities Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

‘Compromised PM listens like an obedient servant’: Rahul Gandhi slams Modi

‘Compromised PM listens like an obedient servant’: Rahul Gandhi slams Modi

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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday sharply criticised the United States (US) and Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the US Navy strikes on an oil ship in the Gulf that killed three Indian sailors. In a post on X, the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition said, “Just days after the murder of three Indian sailors in American attacks – no remorse, no apology. On the contrary, America has continued issuing orders.” “Read their words: `Comply immediately with the orders of the US military.` No violation `will be tolerated’,” he added. “A free country would never tolerate such language. But our Compromised PM? Silent. They listen like an obedient servant and comply with the orders. Compromised PM will not defend the country`s honor–because those who insult the country are under their control,” Gandhi further stated. अमेरिकी हमलों में तीन भारतीय नाविकों की हत्या के चंद दिन बाद – न अफ़सोस, न माफ़ी। उल्टा, अमेरिका ने आदेश देना जारी रखा है। उनके शब्द पढ़िए: “अमेरिकी सेना के आदेश तुरंत मानें।” कोई उल्लंघन “बर्दाश्त नहीं किया जाएगा।” एक …

`Not justified`: EAM Jaishankar speaks to Rubio, lodges protest over killing of

`Not justified`: EAM Jaishankar speaks to Rubio, lodges protest over killing of

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India`s External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar spoke to the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and lodged a strong diplomatic protest with the United States after the latter`s Navy strike on an oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman killed three Indian seafarers. The EAM while speaking to his US counterpart Rubio on Friday evening also added that “such lethal actions against commercial shipping are `not justified`”. In a post on social media platform X, EAM Jaishankar wrote, “Spoke to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio this evening. I reiterated India’s strong protest at the attacks by the US Navy in the Gulf that killed three Indian mariners. Such lethal actions against commercial shipping are not justified.” Earlier on Friday, the US` Charge d`Affaires (CDA), Jason Meeks, was summoned to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). Spoke to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio this evening. I reiterated India’s strong protest at the attacks by the US Navy in the Gulf that killed three Indian mariners. Such lethal actions against commercial shipping are not …

India’s nuclear energy law boosts scope for cooperation with France

India’s nuclear energy law boosts scope for cooperation with France

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India’s new law to overhaul the nuclear energy sector has opened the door for France’s state-run multinational EDF to engage with private Indian players to explore the setting up of nuclear power plants, people familiar with the matter said on Thursday ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to France. Prime Minister to visit France in mid-June at the invitation of French President, Emmanuel Macron followed by an inaugural visit to Slovakia (APF) Cooperation in defence, civil nuclear energy, technology and critical materials and coping with the economic and geopolitical fallout of the West Asia conflict are set to top the agenda for Modi’s visit to France beginning on June 13 to attend the outreach sessions of the G7 Summit and to hold bilateral talks with French President Emmanuel Macron. While India and France have engaged in discussions on cooperation in civil nuclear energy for many years, there were several challenges such as financing and the cost of electricity, but the passage of the SHANTI (Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India) …