Iran has reacted sharply yet cautiously to former US President Donald Trump’s reported proposal to impose a 20% charge on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, stating that if such a system were ever implemented, it would be applied “fairly” to all countries without discrimination. The response comes amid renewed tensions between Washington and...
An Indian sailor was killed after a suspected Iranian attack targeted oil tankers operating in Gulf waters, according to an official confirmation from the United Arab Emirates’ defence authorities. The incident has heightened concerns over the safety of commercial shipping in one of the world’s most strategically important maritime regions and has once again drawn...
The United States has delivered a strong warning to Iran, demanding an immediate end to attacks targeting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz as tensions across the Middle East continue to intensify. The latest diplomatic and military pressure comes amid growing fears that continued disruptions in one of the world’s most important maritime trade...
India and Indonesia are preparing to elevate their strategic partnership as Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a high-profile visit expected to deliver significant breakthroughs in defence cooperation, maritime security, and regional connectivity. The visit comes at a time when both nations are seeking to strengthen collaboration in the Indo-Pacific amid evolving geopolitical challenges and...
A fresh maritime security incident in the strategically significant Strait of Hormuz has intensified concerns about renewed instability in the Middle East. The situation has gained international attention after former US President Donald Trump issued a strong warning directed at Iran, reviving debate over whether tensions between Washington and Tehran could once again escalate into...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Jakarta to a warm and ceremonial reception as India and Indonesia prepared for high-level bilateral discussions aimed at strengthening their long-standing strategic partnership. The visit marks another significant milestone in India’s engagement with Southeast Asia and reflects New Delhi’s growing focus on expanding cooperation across the Indo-Pacific region. The...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Seychelles has marked a significant milestone in the evolving relationship between India and the island nation, underscoring the growing importance of strategic cooperation in the Indian Ocean region. The visit reflects New Delhi’s continued commitment to strengthening partnerships with key maritime neighbors while advancing shared interests related to security,...
As Seychelles celebrates the 50th anniversary of its independence, the island nation finds itself at the center of a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape in the Indian Ocean. The milestone not only marks five decades of nationhood for the archipelago but also highlights the growing significance of its partnership with India, a relationship that has matured...
The family of an Indian sailor who lost his life in a recent U.S. military strike has called for justice and accountability, describing the tragedy as an irreparable loss that has shattered their future. Grieving relatives said the deceased was the sole breadwinner of the family and their “one and only hope,” leaving them devastated...
India’s National Security Adviser, Ajit Doval, welcomed the reopening of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz during discussions at a high-level BRICS security conclave, describing the development as a positive step toward regional stability and uninterrupted global trade. Addressing representatives from BRICS member nations, Doval underscored the importance of maintaining open and secure maritime routes,...