Why Rubio wants to dismantle International Criminal Court
Indian Express – World
· India
- U.S. seeks to isolate ICC diplomatically, threatening sanctions, visa bans, and scrutiny for nations refusing to reject its authority over U.S. personnel.
…
India Condemns Deadly Iranian Strike on Commercial Ship
The New York Times – World
· US
India issued a diplomatic protest after an Indian sailor was killed and dozens more were injured in an Iranian attack on a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz.
China sends a message to Pacific islands amid unease over missile test
South China Morning Post – World
· China
A week after a Chinese missile test sparked protests across the Pacific, Beijing has reaffirmed its unconditional support for Honiara and pledged to deepen tie…
Why UAE is building a new port to bypass Strait of Hormuz
Indian Express – World
· India
- UAE plans a new east coast deepwater port to bypass Strait of Hormuz, reducing reliance on vulnerable shipping route amid Iran-US conflict.
- Jebel Ali por…
Delhi summons Iranian diplomat after Indian sailor dies in Strait of Hormuz vessel attacks
South China Morning Post – World
· China
India summoned Iran’s senior diplomat in New Delhi on Tuesday to protest against attacks on two commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz that killed an India…
How Beijing proposes to solve South China Sea disputes 10 years after Hague ruling
South China Morning Post – World
· China
A decade after the Hague’s South China Sea ruling, Beijing should continue engaging in good-faith diplomacy and explore international mediation, analysts say, …
Singapore-Malaysia relations enter ‘mature’ era with Tharman’s state visit
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam’s first state visit to Malaysia this week comes amid strengthening ties between the neighbours and a greater willing…
Lights out: How Iran quietly moved millions of barrels through Hormuz under America's nose
Times of India – World
· India
According to ship-tracking data, six US-sanctioned supertankers with a carrying capacity of 12 million barrels of crude combined have crossed the Strait of Hor…
India supports UN membership for Palestine, says MEA
The Hindu – World
· India
India’s position on Palestine was apprised by Sripriya Ranganathan, a secretary at the External Affairs Ministry, during a ministerial meeting of the Palestine…
China’s No 4 official Wang Huning to head to North Korea as visits multiply
South China Morning Post – World
· China
China’s fourth-ranked official, Wang Huning, will head to North Korea this week, the latest in a flurry of high-level exchanges between Beijing and Pyongyang.
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Middle East crisis live: US strikes Iran for third consecutive night; UAE says Tehran has hit tankers in strait of Hormuz
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Just before the latest strikes Trump said Iran would be hit ‘very hard’; UAE says Iranian cruise missiles hit two oil tankers in strait, killing a crew member …
UK to declare Iran’s IRGC a terror organisation after rise in antisemitic attacks
Indian Express – World
· India
- UK designates Iran’s IRGC as a terrorist group, linking it to attacks on British soil, including bombing plots and targeting dissidents.
- Outlaws Islamist…
Navigating the South China Sea dispute, 10 years after Hague ruling
South China Morning Post – World
· China
- South China Sea dispute remains unresolved as nations vie for control a decade after the Hague ruling.
- China may expand Scarborough Shoal facilities if e…
US-Iran War News Live Updates: US resumes strikes while UAE says Iran hit tankers with missiles in Strait of Hormuz
Indian Express – World
· India
- US launched third consecutive night of strikes on Iran to disrupt threats to Hormuz shipping, per Trump's order.
- Iranian missiles attacked UAE tankers in…
Can Australian uranium fuel India’s nuclear future without sparking an arms race?
South China Morning Post – World
· China
India’s nuclear energy ambitions hinge not only on reactors and reforms but also on an unresolved fuel question: where the uranium will come from.
A deal final…
Middle East crisis: Iran claims strike on US base; Bahrain sounds nationwide missile alert
Times of India – World
· India
In a significant escalation, two Emirati oil tankers were hit by Iranian cruise missiles in the Strait of Hormuz. Tragically, one Indian national lost their li…
'20% is too much, we will be fair': Iran mocks Trump's Hormuz transit fees
Times of India – World
· India
- TOI World Desk's team covers global events with diverse perspectives, providing timely and accurate international news.
- Dedicated journalists and writers…
Live Updates: U.S. Forces Begin New Round of Strikes on Iran
The New York Times – World
· US
President Trump had earlier threatened “very hard” strikes, ordered the resumption of a blockade on Iranian ports to begin Tuesday and said the U.S. would char…
Yemen’s Houthis fire missiles at Saudi Arabia in biggest flare-up in years
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Yemen’s Houthi movement fired missiles at Saudi Arabia after accusing the kingdom of bombing an airport under their control on Monday, breaking a four-year tru…
UAE says Iranian missiles struck tankers in Hormuz, killing and injuring crew
South China Morning Post – World
· China
One Indian crew member was killed and eight others were wounded when two Emirati oil tankers were struck by Iranian cruise missiles in the Strait of Hormuz, th…
Is Japan a ‘spy paradise’ fuelling Russia’s war machine?
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Concern that foreign spies can operate with impunity in Japan has deepened following a media report that dozens of Russian agents ordered to leave Western Euro…
Iran war: US continues strikes as Trump reinstates blockade
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
· Europe
The US has carried out a third consecutive night of strikes on Iran. Donald Trump says Washington is reinstating a naval blockade and warns Tehran will be “hit…
India, Japan review defence ties, prepare ground for 2+2 dialogue later this year
The Hindu – World
· India
According to Ministry of Defence, the two sides assessed the progress made since the previous round of talks and reaffirmed their commitment to further strengt…
US launches third night of strikes on Iran as Trump announces Hormuz blockade
The Guardian – World
· Europe
American president says ships will be charged for safe passage through strait in apparent policy reversalMiddle East crisis live – latest updatesThe US has lau…
UK bans support for Iran’s IRGC and a linked group over antisemitic attacks in Britain
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Britain banned support for Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and a linked group on Monday following a series of antisemitic attacks, using new po…
Will Manila and Hanoi’s maritime deal challenge Beijing in the South China Sea?
South China Morning Post – World
· China
A decade after Beijing rejected the ruling by The Hague’s Permanent Court of Arbitration on its South China Sea claims, rival nations continue to manoeuvre for…
‘20% is too much, we’ll be fair’: Iran mocks Trump over Hormuz cargo fees
Indian Express – World
· India
- Iran's foreign minister mocked U.S. demands to charge 20% tolls on Hormuz cargo, vowing to charge less and assert control over the strait.
- U.S. plans to …
India launches UNSC campaign for 2028-29 term, Jaishankar unveils ‘SHANTI’ vision
Times of India – World
· India
India officially launched its campaign for a United Nations Security Council seat. External affairs minister S Jaishankar highlighted the country's peacekeepin…
Here’s where the U.S. and Iran are targeting each other in their latest attacks.
The New York Times – World
· US
- **U.S.-Iran conflict escalates** as Trump imposes 20% fee on Hormuz cargo, Iran attacks tankers, and U.S. launches strikes on Iranian military targets.
- *…
US to resume naval blockade of Iranian ports, warns vessels of interception
Times of India – World
· India
The United States will restart enforcing a maritime blockade on Iran from Tuesday. This action targets all vessels entering or leaving Iranian ports and coasta…
Mexico to file legal complaints over US immigration deaths, says President Sheinbaum
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Mexico said on Monday it does not seek conflict with the United States but must stand up for its citizens as it seeks criminal charges over the killing of seve…
EU countries push for trade ban with Israeli settlements
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Most European Union countries on Monday called for the bloc to put forward a proposal on banning the import of products from Israeli settlements, EU foreign po…
Gaza Strip: EU conference pledges €900m in donations
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
· Europe
The conference in Brussels was attended by Palestinian representatives. The EU's top diplomat said the bloc's support depends on reforms in the Palestinian Aut…
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Trump reverses decision to impose 20% Hormuz fees in favour of Gulf investment deals
Source: Indian Express – World
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- Trump cancels 20% Hormuz fee, replaces with Gulf trade deals to avoid economic disruption.
- US-Iran conflict escalates: attacks, retaliatory strikes, and naval tensions persist.
- Hormuz closure risks global oil supply, with potential $240M/day revenue from the fee.
- Ongoing violence raises doubts about conflict pause, impacting energy markets and inflation.
Why Rubio wants to dismantle International Criminal Court
Source: Indian Express – World
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- U.S. seeks to isolate ICC diplomatically, threatening sanctions, visa bans, and scrutiny for nations refusing to reject its authority over U.S. personnel.
- Campaign escalates from past measures, targeting ICC officials and urging allies to cut funding and withdraw support.
- Rubio denies U.S. actions violate international law, rejecting ICC investigations into Iran-linked war crimes.
- Critics accuse Rubio of misrepresenting demands, warning U.S. actions risk undermining post-WWII international legal order.
India Condemns Deadly Iranian Strike on Commercial Ship
Source: The New York Times – World
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- India protests Iran over tanker attack, calling for de-escalation after sailor's death and injuries.
- Iran targeted UAE tankers; India notes 30 crew, highlighting vulnerability of Indian sailors in regional conflicts.
- Strait's shipping drops to 10 ships daily, lowest in a month, disrupting India's energy imports and causing shortages.
- India protests U.S. and Iran over attacks, citing economic strain from disrupted shipping and supply chain issues.
China sends a message to Pacific islands amid unease over missile test
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Solomon Islands PM reviews China pact while advancing Australia talks.
- China reaffirms support post-missile tests, highlights bilateral growth since 2019.
- Expands cooperation in green energy, climate, health, and education.
- China vows non-political ties, stressing sovereignty and development support.
Why UAE is building a new port to bypass Strait of Hormuz
Source: Indian Express – World
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- UAE plans a new east coast deepwater port to bypass Strait of Hormuz, reducing reliance on vulnerable shipping route amid Iran-US conflict.
- Jebel Ali port, UAE’s key hub, saw 90% activity drop due to Hormuz closures, prompting DP World to seek alternatives.
- Project aims to divert cargo via Gulf of Oman, with completion expected in 18 months and significant investment.
- New port will complement Jebel Ali, enhancing UAE’s strategic trade resilience while diversifying logistics operations.
Delhi summons Iranian diplomat after Indian sailor dies in Strait of Hormuz vessel attacks
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- 30 Indians, including one fatality, were among 46 crew members attacked by Iran on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
- India summoned Iran’s deputy embassy chief to protest the attacks, expressing deep concern.
- Vessels *MT Al Bahiyah* and *MT Mombasa* were targeted during transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iranian embassy declined to comment on the incident.
How Beijing proposes to solve South China Sea disputes 10 years after Hague ruling
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Analysts urge China to use good-faith diplomacy and international mediation to ease South China Sea tensions.
- China labels U.S. military deployments as the main threat to regional peace in the South China Sea.
- Beijing dismisses the Hague ruling as politically motivated and lacking state consent.
- China rejects the tribunal’s authority and refuses to implement its findings.
Singapore-Malaysia relations enter ‘mature’ era with Tharman’s state visit
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Singapore’s president highlights mutual reliance between Singapore and Malaysia in a fragmented world.
- Trust built over 60 years underpins their cooperation in economic, energy, and talent areas.
- New Southeast Asian leaders prioritize deepening bilateral understanding and collaboration.
- The visit underscores non-transactional, symbiotic ties critical for regional stability.
Lights out: How Iran quietly moved millions of barrels through Hormuz under America's nose
Source: Times of India – World
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India supports UN membership for Palestine, says MEA
Source: The Hindu – World
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- India supports Palestine's UN membership bid and reaffirms commitment to a two-state solution for peace between Palestinians and Israel (July 14, 2026).
- India emphasized long-standing partnership with Palestine, focusing on healthcare, education, and vocational training through developmental projects.
- New initiatives include rehabilitation, health, and capacity-building programs, alongside ongoing efforts in women's empowerment and institution-building.
- India’s support aligns with international law, prioritizing demand-driven aid to address Palestine’s needs and strengthen bilateral ties.
U.S. announces 20% toll on ships using Hormuz; what Trump’s Iranian blockade means
Source: The Hindu – World
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- US reinstates blockade on Iran in Strait of Hormuz, charging 20% toll on non-Iranian ships for safe passage (July 13, 2026).
- Iran vows resistance, claiming sovereignty over the strait, as oil prices surge amid renewed tensions.
- Blockade risks escalating attacks on vessels, with shipping costs expected to rise significantly.
- US rejects Iran’s fee proposal, emphasizing open access to the strait, while Gulf allies oppose tolls.
With US-Iran trust broken again, can Pakistan bring them back to talks?
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Pakistan mediated a US-Iran ceasefire MoU in June, but renewed hostilities since then have undermined the agreement, with attacks escalating tensions.
- Iran and the US continue clashes, targeting Gulf nations like Qatar, while mediators struggle to halt violence amid deepening distrust.
- Analysts note Pakistan lacks enforcement tools for agreements, as the MoU only paused hostilities, not resolved core disputes over Strait of Hormuz control.
- Pakistan’s diplomatic role remains constrained as both sides harden positions, limiting its ability to broker lasting peace.
China’s No 4 official Wang Huning to head to North Korea as visits multiply
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- China's top official, Wang Huning, visits North Korea to strengthen bilateral ties amid reassessed strategic value, per analysts.
- Wang, a Politburo Standing Committee member, leads a high-level delegation for an official goodwill visit.
- Analysts highlight deepening ties as nations prioritize cooperation and mutual strategic interests.
- Xi Jinping urges Beijing and Pyongyang to expand collaboration and safeguard sovereignty and security.
Middle East crisis live: US strikes Iran for third consecutive night; UAE says Tehran has hit tankers in strait of Hormuz
Source: The Guardian – World
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- UAE reports Iranian missiles hit two oil tankers, killing 1 and injuring 8 in Hormuz Strait.
- US conducts third night of strikes on Iran; Trump announces Hormuz blockade with 20% transit fees.
- Oil prices rise 2% amid heightened tensions over energy flows through the strait.
- UKMTO warns of tanker hit in southern Hormuz route; US urges ships to use southern lane.
‘Beijing is laughing’ at US-Mexico-Canada stalled trade talks
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Beijing mocks stalled US-Mexico-Canada trade talks.
- US expert urges trilateral talks to finalize cross-border deal.
- Broadman warns Trump’s delay weakens his China stance.
- Al Jazeera reports on stalled negotiations and expert analysis.
Houthis: Saudi airport targeted in retaliation for strikes on Sanaa airport
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Houthis strike Saudi's Abha airport with missiles/drones as retaliation for strikes on Sanaa airport.
- Yemeni government claims it carried out Sanaa airport strike; Houthis blame Saudi Arabia.
- Houthis warn airlines to avoid Saudi airspace after the attacks.
- Conflict escalates with mutual accusations over airport strikes.
UK to declare Iran’s IRGC a terror organisation after rise in antisemitic attacks
Source: Indian Express – World
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- UK designates Iran’s IRGC as a terrorist group, linking it to attacks on British soil, including bombing plots and targeting dissidents.
- Outlaws Islamist group responsible for ambulances arson and attacks on Jewish/Israeli sites, criminalizing support.
- New laws criminalize aiding IRGC or the group, with penalties up to 14 years or life imprisonment for sabotage.
- UK joins US, Australia, Canada, and EU in labeling IRGC as terrorist, ending prior hesitation over state agency designations.
Navigating the South China Sea dispute, 10 years after Hague ruling
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- South China Sea dispute remains unresolved as nations vie for control a decade after the Hague ruling.
- China may expand Scarborough Shoal facilities if external pressures persist, per Chinese expert Wu Shicun.
- Manila-Hanoi maritime deal symbolically challenges China’s bilateral tactics but lacks substantial impact.
- Series examines evolving alliances, geopolitical shifts, and China’s strategic responses in the region.
US-Iran War News Live Updates: US resumes strikes while UAE says Iran hit tankers with missiles in Strait of Hormuz
Source: Indian Express – World
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- US launched third consecutive night of strikes on Iran to disrupt threats to Hormuz shipping, per Trump's order.
- Iranian missiles attacked UAE tankers in Hormuz, killing an Indian crew member and wounding eight others.
- Iran warned of war if US manages Hormuz, while its parliament introduced a bill to control the strait.
- Iran’s oil exports continue despite US sanctions, and missiles were intercepted in Jordan and Bahrain.
Can Australian uranium fuel India’s nuclear future without sparking an arms race?
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- New deal grants Delhi access to world’s largest uranium reserves for peaceful use, advancing nuclear energy goals.
- Pact supports India’s plan to expand nuclear capacity to 100 GW by 2047, up from 8 GW today.
- India relies on imports due to insufficient domestic uranium reserves for long-term ambitions.
- Australia previously blocked uranium sales to India due to its non-signatory status to the NPT.
Middle East crisis: Iran claims strike on US base; Bahrain sounds nationwide missile alert
Source: Times of India – World
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'20% is too much, we will be fair': Iran mocks Trump's Hormuz transit fees
Source: Times of India – World
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- Dedicated journalists and writers ensure in-depth, reliable reporting on worldwide developments.
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Live Updates: U.S. Forces Begin New Round of Strikes on Iran
Source: The New York Times – World
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- U.S. imposes 20% fee on cargo via Strait of Hormuz; Iran attacks tankers, escalating conflict.
- U.S. conducts third straight night strikes on Iran to disrupt attacks on commercial ships.
- Oil prices surge due to Hormuz tensions; China’s oil demand influences price volatility.
- U.S. uses drones in strikes; Iran claims attacks on Jordan and Bahrain, with no casualties reported.
Yemen’s Houthis fire missiles at Saudi Arabia in biggest flare-up in years
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Iran-backed Houthis attacked Saudi Arabia’s Abha airport, breaking a four-year truce after accusing Saudi of bombing their Sanaa airport.
- Saudi intercepted Houthi missiles, marking the first strike against Saudi since the 2022 truce, escalating tensions on the southern border.
- The conflict threatens Saudi’s oil exports via Red Sea routes, as Houthis previously targeted shipping lanes.
- Recent attacks follow a lull in Iran-Saudi clashes, raising fears of renewed regional instability.
UAE says Iranian missiles struck tankers in Hormuz, killing and injuring crew
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Iran's Guards attacked a US airbase in Jordan with ballistic missiles, urging Jordanians to dismantle American bases.
- Jordan's forces intercepted and shot down four Iranian missiles entering its airspace.
- US strikes on Iran, ordered by Trump, caused casualties, per Iranian media reports.
- Trump vowed to "hit Iran hard" after claiming the Strait of Hormuz would be US-controlled.
Is Japan a ‘spy paradise’ fuelling Russia’s war machine?
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- **Russian official linked to Japan espionage**: NYT reports Maksim Filchenkov, a Russian airline employee, leads covert operations targeting Japan's critical defense components.
- **Exploiting legal and industrial gaps**: Moscow leverages Tokyo’s lack of anti-espionage laws and abundant manufacturers of microchips, transmitters, and advanced machinery.
- **Spy unmasked via intelligence tip**: Professor Brown suggests the operation’s exposure may stem from a foreign agency tip, citing Filchenkov’s absence of direct Russia flights for four years.
- **Context from academic analysis**: Brown’s book highlights historical Russian espionage in Japan, linking the case to broader intelligence tactics and geopolitical tensions.
Iran war live: US launches more attacks; UAE says 1 killed in tanker strike
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Iran claims retaliatory attacks on US bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan, and oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
- US launches first drone boat strike on Iranian ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Attacks target US military and oil infrastructure in the region.
- US response marks a new tactic against Iranian naval assets.
Iran war: US continues strikes as Trump reinstates blockade
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
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- US conducts third consecutive night of strikes on Iran, reinstating a naval blockade and warning of further attacks.
- Hapag-Lloyd criticizes US plan to charge ships for Hormuz transit, calling it "fundamentally wrong" in international waters.
- Bahrain repels Iranian attacks; UAE threatens retaliation after Iranian strikes on its-linked tankers in Hormuz.
- US targets Iran’s southern coastal sites, aiming to curb threats to shipping, amid escalating regional tensions.
UAE condemns Iran's 'brazen' attack on tankers as US launches fresh strikes
Source: BBC News – World
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- UAE accuses Iran of attacking two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, killing one and wounding eight, including Indian and Ukrainian nationals.
- US imposes 20% cargo charge on Strait traffic, claiming to block Iranian ships and secure the waterway as "Guardian."
- Iran vows to remain the Strait's "Guardian," rejecting US control and threatening retaliation for the blockade.
- Oil prices rise amid escalating clashes, with military strikes and restricted traffic disrupting regional stability.
India, Japan review defence ties, prepare ground for 2+2 dialogue later this year
Source: The Hindu – World
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- India-Japan deepened defence cooperation in cyber, space, and advanced tech during their 8th Defence Policy Dialogue, emphasizing Indo-Pacific security.
- Both nations reaffirmed their strategic partnership, pledging to strengthen regional stability through joint exercises and tech collaboration.
- Upcoming 2+2 Foreign-Defence Ministers' Dialogue and expanded defence industrial ties were highlighted as key priorities.
- Defence Secretary Singh visited Japan, paying tribute to Japan’s Self-Defense Forces and inviting Japanese officials to India for further collaboration.
US launches third night of strikes on Iran as Trump announces Hormuz blockade
Source: The Guardian – World
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- US reverses stance, charges ships for Hormuz passage amid strikes on Iran, escalating regional tensions.
- UAE reports Iranian missile attacks on tankers, spiking oil prices to $81.92/barrel.
- US enforces blockade on Iran, risking legal disputes over freedom of navigation.
- Conflict intensifies, with Iran threatening retaliation and IMO condemning tolls on straits.
UK bans support for Iran’s IRGC and a linked group over antisemitic attacks in Britain
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- UK bans support for Iran’s IRGC and linked group after antisemitic attacks, including burning Jewish ambulances.
- New powers target state-sponsored proxies, enabling prosecution of foreign-backed actors in UK.
- UK intelligence warns of foreign powers using organized crime or criminals for surveillance, sabotage, and other activities.
- IRGC allegedly directed attacks on Jewish/Israeli sites via proxy group, with threats and intimidation identified on UK soil.
Will Manila and Hanoi’s maritime deal challenge Beijing in the South China Sea?
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- New Philippines-Vietnam agreement undermines China's bilateral tactics, with symbolic emphasis on peaceful dispute resolution.
- Cooperation aligns with 10th anniversary of Hague ruling rejecting China's South China Sea claims.
- Both nations commit to hotline and coastguard coordination to prevent clashes in disputed waters.
- Experts note agreement's symbolic value, prioritizing stability and international law over territorial gains.
Hamas Forces Interfered With Aid Distribution, U.N. Says
Source: The New York Times – World
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- UN accuses Hamas-linked forces of obstructing food aid in Gaza, leading to WFP suspension of operations at a distribution site.
- Hamas disputes claims, stating the raid was part of an anti-smuggling operation to prevent aid misuse.
- Food scarcity and high prices persist in Gaza despite a truce, with a new U.N. assessment pending.
- UN warns of escalating risks to humanitarian efforts amid ongoing violence and interference.
‘20% is too much, we’ll be fair’: Iran mocks Trump over Hormuz cargo fees
Source: Indian Express – World
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- Iran's foreign minister mocked U.S. demands to charge 20% tolls on Hormuz cargo, vowing to charge less and assert control over the strait.
- U.S. plans to reinstate a naval blockade on Hormuz, demanding 20% fees for securing commercial shipping through the waterway.
- International Maritime Organization opposes mandatory tolls, citing no legal basis for charging fees on international straits.
- Tensions escalate as Iran threatens retaliation if countries interfere in Hormuz management, risking renewed conflict with the U.S.
India launches UNSC campaign for 2028-29 term, Jaishankar unveils ‘SHANTI’ vision
Source: Times of India – World
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US keeping the Strait of Hormuz open is ‘a massive force problem’
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- US maintaining Hormuz open is termed a "massive force problem" by analyst Patrick Bury.
- Trump’s naval blockade and 20% tariff on cargo in Hormuz demand a large military operation.
- Iran’s asymmetric advantage in the strait challenges US dominance, per Bury.
- Article highlights strategic tensions over Hormuz’s control and economic leverage.
Here’s where the U.S. and Iran are targeting each other in their latest attacks.
Source: The New York Times – World
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- **U.S.-Iran conflict escalates** as Trump imposes 20% fee on Hormuz cargo, Iran attacks tankers, and U.S. launches strikes on Iranian military targets.
- **Oil prices surge** to a month’s high amid fears of disrupted flows through the Strait of Hormuz, with tensions resuming after a brief truce.
- **Iran claims attacks on U.S.** facilities in Bahrain and Jordan; China’s oil demand cuts could temper global price spikes.
- **U.S. deploys sea drones** in first offensive strike on Iran, while Iran vows to counter with missile attacks and territorial claims.
US to resume naval blockade of Iranian ports, warns vessels of interception
Source: Times of India – World
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- TOI World Desk's team of seasoned journalists and writers covers global events with dedication.
- Committed to accuracy, depth, and timeliness, with unwavering dedication to round-the-clock news.
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Europe Will Defend Itself ‘With Blood, if Necessary,’ Macron Says
Source: The New York Times – World
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- Macron urges European allies to defend Ukraine with "blood if necessary," rallying over 25 leaders for a multinational force post-ceasefire.
- France’s military budget doubled under Macron, reaching €57 billion, as Europe seeks to counter Russia’s threat amid U.S. security withdrawal.
- The meeting coincided with Bastille Day, emphasizing France’s commitment to freedom and peace amid escalating tensions.
- European leaders aim to strengthen regional security, though still underprepared for major conflicts compared to past decades.
EU, U.K. hit Russia with joint sanctions over cyber attacks
Source: The Hindu – World
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- EU and UK impose joint sanctions on 9 individuals, 4 entities, and 24 names linked to Russia's cyber attacks targeting Europe's infrastructure.
- Recent Polish power grid attack, part of FSB's efforts, could have caused 500,000 winter power outages, per UK warnings.
- France's FM criticizes Russia's hybrid campaign, citing attacks on ministries, rail systems, and critical infrastructure.
- Sanctions aim to counter Russia's "reckless" cyber operations, escalating Western response to destabilization efforts since 2022.
Mexico to file legal complaints over US immigration deaths, says President Sheinbaum
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Mexico demands accountability for 17 citizens killed in custody or raids, seeking criminal charges against U.S. immigration authorities.
- Mexico emphasizes human rights violations, stressing the need to protect its citizens without seeking conflict with the U.S.
- Officials highlight the importance of bilateral relations in trade and security while addressing justice for victims.
- Mexico’s stance underscores balancing diplomatic ties with firm action against alleged human rights abuses.
India-Australia ‘administrative arrangements’ for uranium supplies | Explained
Source: The Hindu – World
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- India and Australia finalized uranium export arrangements under the 2015 nuclear deal, enabling private companies to trade uranium for peaceful purposes.
- The agreement addresses India’s energy stress, diversifying supply chains amid geopolitical tensions and supporting long-term energy security.
- Australia, the fourth-largest uranium producer, granted India bilateral safeguards, aligning with IAEA protocols despite India’s non-NPT status.
- The 20-year negotiation history culminated in 2015, reflecting strengthened India-Australia ties and shared commitments to nuclear non-proliferation.
EU countries push for trade ban with Israeli settlements
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- EU foreign policy chief advocates banning imports from Israeli settlements, supported by most EU countries.
- EU ministers agree to advance the proposal and may reconvene an extraordinary meeting if needed.
- EU executive outlined options to curb trade with settlements, including a potential ban.
- Measures aim to target West Bank settlements, not Israel itself, under pressure for unified action.
Gaza Strip: EU conference pledges €900m in donations
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
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- EU funds €900 million for Gaza reconstruction, prioritizing water, sanitation, and health systems amid ongoing conflict with Israel.
- EU demands Palestinian Authority reforms for continued support, while the Team Gaza Initiative coordinates rebuilding efforts.
- Over 90% of Gaza’s population displaced, 85% of homes destroyed, and 371,888 homes damaged in the war.
- UN and rights groups accuse Israel of genocide; ICJ considers South Africa’s genocide case, with Israel denying claims.
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