Tokyo, March 26 – Japan began releasing 30 days' worth of oil from state reserves on Thursday to mitigate the impact of the West Asia conflict on its economy, as concerns over supply and soaring oil prices mount, local media reported.The move followed the country's decision to draw down 15...
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Tehran, March 26 – As the conflict in West Asia continues to escalate, Iran has announced that it will not impose restrictions on vessels belonging to five "friendly" countries, including India, allowing them to pass through the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz even as access remains...
Tehran, March 26 – Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has stated that certain data indicate that "enemies" are preparing an operation to occupy an Iranian island with the support of a regional state."If they take any step forward, all of the vital infrastructure of that...
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Washington, March 26 – The United States is intensifying its efforts to secure the Strait of Hormuz and stabilize global oil flows as its military campaign against Iran continues. The White House stated that operations are focused on protecting energy routes critical to the global economy...
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Washington, March 26 – The United States and Iran are engaged in "productive" talks even as US military operations continue, the White House said, signaling a possible diplomatic opening amid an ongoing conflict that Washington claims is nearing its objectives.White House Press Secretary...
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Tehran, March 26 Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has said that different messages have been exchanged between Iran and the United States through intermediaries over the past few days, while Tehran has held no talks with Washington since the beginning of the US and Israeli attacks...
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Washington, March 26 – The White House has stated that US military operations against Iran are “ahead of schedule” and nearing core objectives, even as Washington continues “productive” talks with Tehran aimed at ending the conflict.White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters...
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Washington, March 25 US President Donald Trump will travel to China on May 14 and 15 for a rescheduled summit with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, the White House announced on Wednesday.Trump, who was earlier scheduled to travel to Beijing by the end of this month, postponed his trip due...
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Moscow, March 25 Russia is set to redirect its hydrocarbon supplies to Asia amid growing demand, the Russian Energy Minister said on Wednesday, without naming any country, amid the ongoing West Asia crisis and the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz.India and China have been the main importers of...
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New Delhi, March 25 Prime Minister Narendra Modi has informed US President Donald Trump that the conflict in West Asia must end soon, as it is affecting everyone, according to the government, which addressed the concerns of the opposition at a meeting on Wednesday. The government also dismissed...
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New Delhi, March 25 In a significant demonstration of political consensus amid rising tensions in West Asia, the government convened an all-party meeting on Wednesday to brief opposition and allied parties about the ongoing conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States.Union Minister...
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March 25, New Delhi — An all-party meeting, organized by the Union government, was held at the Parliament complex today to discuss the ongoing conflict in West Asia and its impact on energy supplies.Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri began the meeting with a detailed presentation titled 'The West...
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Lahore, March 25 Pakistan is relaying messages between Iran and the US with the aim of helping de-escalate the West Asia conflict, a top government official said on Wednesday."We are trying to broker US-Iran peace talks and have also offered Islamabad as a venue for this purpose. But this will...
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New Delhi, March 25 – The government assured opposition parties on Wednesday that more ships are passing through the Strait of Hormuz, and there is no cause for concern.At an all-party meeting held here on the West Asia crisis, the government told opposition leaders that India is...
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Los Angeles, March 25 Diesel prices in the US state of California have reached a record high, according to the latest data from the American Automobile Association (AAA).The average price of diesel in California reached $7.018 per gallon on Tuesday, the highest level recorded in AAA's...
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New Delhi, March 25: Home Minister Amit Shah will chair a meeting with all political leaders on Wednesday evening to brief them on the evolving crisis in West Asia, amid growing concerns about its economic and security implications for India.Five to six ministers, including External Affairs...
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New Delhi, March 25: In the tense waters of the Strait of Hormuz, where global energy flows have been disrupted, the Indian Navy is quietly but determinedly working to ensure that the country's energy supply remains uninterrupted.As Iran's restrictions ripple across international energy...
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New Delhi, March 25 S&P Global Ratings on Wednesday raised India's GDP growth forecast for the next fiscal to 7.1 per cent, with private consumption, investment, and exports being key drivers, but said that the conflict in the Middle East could strain the fiscal position due to higher energy...
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Mumbai, March 25 The benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, continued their rally from the previous session in the early trading on Wednesday, driven by a sharp decline in crude oil prices and a positive trend in Asian markets, amid hopes of de-escalation in the West Asia conflict.The 30-share...
Washington, March 25 The US has sent Iran a 15-point plan and a ceasefire proposal to end the war in the Middle East, multiple news outlets reported here.The peace plan was shared with Iranian officials on Tuesday via Pakistan, according to the New York Times.ABC News quoted sources saying...