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90 Ships Cross Hormuz as Iran Continues Oil Exports Amid War, Despite Challenges

In the midst of the ongoing war, Iran has continued to export millions of barrels of oil, with about 90 ships, including oil tankers, crossing the critical Strait of Hormuz between March 1 and 15, 2026. Despite the waterway being effectively "closed" to most traffic due to the conflict, Iran has managed to keep its oil exports flowing, benefitting from its control over this vital chokepoint. According to maritime traffic data from Lloyd's List Intelligence, Iran has relied on a mix

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18 Mar 2026 05:41 AM 177 views

90 Ships Cross Hormuz as Iran Continues Oil Exports Amid War, Despite Challenges

In the midst of the ongoing war, Iran has continued to export millions of barrels of oil, with about 90 ships, including oil tankers, crossing the critical Strait of Hormuz between March 1 and 15, 2026. Despite the waterway being effectively "closed" to most traffic due to the conflict, Iran has managed to keep its oil exports flowing, benefitting from its control over this vital chokepoint. According to maritime traffic data from Lloyd's List Intelligence, Iran has relied on a mix

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Iran’s Strategic Patience: Why Tehran Keeps India Close Despite US and Israel Ties

The relationship between Iran and India has long been defined by strategic patience, as Tehran maintains a nuanced and pragmatic approach to its ties with New Delhi. Despite India’s deepening defense relations with Israel and its comprehensive partnership with the United States, Iran has chosen to sustain its close relationship with India, recognizing the strategic value of energy ties and regional geopolitical balance. In a recent phone conversation between External Affairs Minis

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11 Mar 2026 04:24 AM 22 views

Iran’s Strategic Patience: Why Tehran Keeps India Close Despite US and Israel Ties

The relationship between Iran and India has long been defined by strategic patience, as Tehran maintains a nuanced and pragmatic approach to its ties with New Delhi. Despite India’s deepening defense relations with Israel and its comprehensive partnership with the United States, Iran has chosen to sustain its close relationship with India, recognizing the strategic value of energy ties and regional geopolitical balance. In a recent phone conversation between External Affairs Minis

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Indian businessman sentenced in US for illegal export of aviation technology to Russia

A United States federal court has sentenced an Indian businessman to 30 months in prison for orchestrating a scheme to illegally export controlled aviation technology to Russia, in violation of strict US export regulations introduced after the Ukraine conflict. The sentencing underscores Washington’s continued focus on disrupting global supply chains used to bypass sanctions and export controls aimed at safeguarding national security. Sanjay Kaushik, 58, a New Delhi-based aviation

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17 Jan 2026 14:44 PM 262 views

Indian businessman sentenced in US for illegal export of aviation technology to Russia

A United States federal court has sentenced an Indian businessman to 30 months in prison for orchestrating a scheme to illegally export controlled aviation technology to Russia, in violation of strict US export regulations introduced after the Ukraine conflict. The sentencing underscores Washington’s continued focus on disrupting global supply chains used to bypass sanctions and export controls aimed at safeguarding national security. Sanjay Kaushik, 58, a New Delhi-based aviation

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US sanctions waiver keeps India’s Chabahar Port role secure till April 2026

India has confirmed that it is actively engaging with the United States to ensure the continuity of its operations at Iran’s Chabahar Port under an existing sanctions waiver that remains valid until April 26, 2026. The discussions come amid the strategic significance New Delhi attaches to the port as a key gateway for regional connectivity, trade, and humanitarian assistance. Speaking on the matter,

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16 Jan 2026 09:38 AM 223 views

US sanctions waiver keeps India’s Chabahar Port role secure till April 2026

India has confirmed that it is actively engaging with the United States to ensure the continuity of its operations at Iran’s Chabahar Port under an existing sanctions waiver that remains valid until April 26, 2026. The discussions come amid the strategic significance New Delhi attaches to the port as a key gateway for regional connectivity, trade, and humanitarian assistance. Speaking on the matter,

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Three Indian nationals among crew as US seizes oil tanker Marinera in North Atlantic

The United States intercepted and seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic on January 7, marking a significant escalation in its global enforcement of sanctions linked to Venezuelan oil exports. The vessel, now identified as the Marinera and previously known as Bella 1, was boarded in international waters after a pursuit that extended for more than two weeks across ocean routes from the Caribbean. U.S. European Command confirmed that the operation was conduc

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08 Jan 2026 12:44 PM 214 views

Three Indian nationals among crew as US seizes oil tanker Marinera in North Atlantic

The United States intercepted and seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic on January 7, marking a significant escalation in its global enforcement of sanctions linked to Venezuelan oil exports. The vessel, now identified as the Marinera and previously known as Bella 1, was boarded in international waters after a pursuit that extended for more than two weeks across ocean routes from the Caribbean. U.S. European Command confirmed that the operation was conduc

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US–Venezuela crisis – Trump claims Cuban casualties in US operation that captured Venezuela’s president

US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that Cuban nationals were among those killed during a US military operation in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The remarks followed a large-scale pre-dawn action carried out by American forces in and around Caracas, marking a dramatic escalation in Washington’s long-running confrontation with the Venezuelan government. Speaking after the operation, Trump said that Cuban personnel had been pr

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04 Jan 2026 23:49 PM 230 views

US–Venezuela crisis – Trump claims Cuban casualties in US operation that captured Venezuela’s president

US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that Cuban nationals were among those killed during a US military operation in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The remarks followed a large-scale pre-dawn action carried out by American forces in and around Caracas, marking a dramatic escalation in Washington’s long-running confrontation with the Venezuelan government. Speaking after the operation, Trump said that Cuban personnel had been pr

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India Gets 6-Month US Sanctions Exemption for Iran’s Chabahar Port

India has officially confirmed a six-month exemption from US sanctions on Iran’s Chabahar Port, effective retrospectively from The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated that the exemption ensures uninterrupted Indian operations at the port, which plays a crucial role in connecting India with Afghanistan and Central Asia through the Indian Ocean. India Ports Global Ltd (IPGL) had signed a 10-year, $370 million deal with Iran to develop the port’s Shahid Beheshti terminal. Cha

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30 Oct 2025 10:03 AM 392 views

India Gets 6-Month US Sanctions Exemption for Iran’s Chabahar Port

India has officially confirmed a six-month exemption from US sanctions on Iran’s Chabahar Port, effective retrospectively from The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated that the exemption ensures uninterrupted Indian operations at the port, which plays a crucial role in connecting India with Afghanistan and Central Asia through the Indian Ocean. India Ports Global Ltd (IPGL) had signed a 10-year, $370 million deal with Iran to develop the port’s Shahid Beheshti terminal. Cha

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India confirms US sanctions will not impact Chabahar Port project in Iran

New Delhi: India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has clarified that the American sanctions imposed on Iran will not affect the Chabahar Port project, a critical component of India’s regional connectivity and trade strategy. The confirmation underscores New Delhi’s commitment to maintaining strategic investments in the port, even as it continues its dialogue with the United States on broader trade and diplomatic issues. The Chabahar Port, located on Iran’s southeastern c

Finance & Economics

30 Oct 2025 07:08 AM 410 views

India confirms US sanctions will not impact Chabahar Port project in Iran

New Delhi: India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has clarified that the American sanctions imposed on Iran will not affect the Chabahar Port project, a critical component of India’s regional connectivity and trade strategy. The confirmation underscores New Delhi’s commitment to maintaining strategic investments in the port, even as it continues its dialogue with the United States on broader trade and diplomatic issues. The Chabahar Port, located on Iran’s southeastern c

Finance & Economics

Marco Rubio Defends Trump’s 25% Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil Purchases

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has strongly defended President Donald Trump’s recent decision to impose 25 percent tariffs on Indian goods, emphasizing that India’s continued purchase of Russian oil is a significant point of irritation in its relationship with Washington. The move, announced earlier this week, has been described by the administration as a direct penalty aimed at discouraging India from supporting Moscow’s energy sector, which is seen as fueling Russia&rsq

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01 Aug 2025 01:12 AM 720 views

Marco Rubio Defends Trump’s 25% Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil Purchases

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has strongly defended President Donald Trump’s recent decision to impose 25 percent tariffs on Indian goods, emphasizing that India’s continued purchase of Russian oil is a significant point of irritation in its relationship with Washington. The move, announced earlier this week, has been described by the administration as a direct penalty aimed at discouraging India from supporting Moscow’s energy sector, which is seen as fueling Russia&rsq

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Lindsey Graham Warns India, China, Brazil of Crushing Tariffs Over Russian Oil Imports

US Senator Lindsey Graham, a close ally of President Donald Trump, has issued a direct warning to India, China, and Brazil over their continued purchase of oil from Russia, suggesting that these nations could face severe economic consequences. Speaking during a live interview on Fox News, Graham revealed that the Trump administration plans to impose a 100% tariff on oil imports from countries that maintain trade relations with Russia. This bold statement comes

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22 Jul 2025 07:48 AM 679 views

Lindsey Graham Warns India, China, Brazil of Crushing Tariffs Over Russian Oil Imports

US Senator Lindsey Graham, a close ally of President Donald Trump, has issued a direct warning to India, China, and Brazil over their continued purchase of oil from Russia, suggesting that these nations could face severe economic consequences. Speaking during a live interview on Fox News, Graham revealed that the Trump administration plans to impose a 100% tariff on oil imports from countries that maintain trade relations with Russia. This bold statement comes

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90 Ships Cross Hormuz as Iran Continues Oil Exports Amid War, Despite Challenges

90 Ships Cross Hormuz as Iran Continues Oil Exports Amid War, Despite Challenges

Iran’s Strategic Patience: Why Tehran Keeps India Close Despite US and Israel Ties

Iran’s Strategic Patience: Why Tehran Keeps India Close Despite US and Israel Ties

Indian businessman sentenced in US for illegal export of aviation technology to Russia

Indian businessman sentenced in US for illegal export of aviation technology to Russia

US sanctions waiver keeps India’s Chabahar Port role secure till April 2026

US sanctions waiver keeps India’s Chabahar Port role secure till April 2026

Three Indian nationals among crew as US seizes oil tanker Marinera in North Atlantic

Three Indian nationals among crew as US seizes oil tanker Marinera in North Atlantic

US–Venezuela crisis – Trump claims Cuban casualties in US operation that captured Venezuela’s president

US–Venezuela crisis – Trump claims Cuban casualties in US operation that captured Venezuela’s president

India Gets 6-Month US Sanctions Exemption for Iran’s Chabahar Port

India Gets 6-Month US Sanctions Exemption for Iran’s Chabahar Port

India confirms US sanctions will not impact Chabahar Port project in Iran

India confirms US sanctions will not impact Chabahar Port project in Iran

Marco Rubio Defends Trump’s 25% Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil Purchases

Marco Rubio Defends Trump’s 25% Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil Purchases

Lindsey Graham Warns India, China, Brazil of Crushing Tariffs Over Russian Oil Imports

Lindsey Graham Warns India, China, Brazil of Crushing Tariffs Over Russian Oil Imports

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