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Iranian gunboats reportedly fired at a tanker in the Persian Gulf after the Strait of Hormuz was closed for a second time in a week. The closure follows a warning from Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who mocked US President Donald Trump.
Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz again, reportedly attacking a tanker and a container ship. The BBC reported the incidents, but details are scarce, and the consequences of the attacks are not yet clear.
Iran's military has reimposed "strict control" of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway, until the US ends its blockade of Iranian ports. The move adds to uncertainty over access to the strait, a key shipping route.
India summoned Iranian envoy Syed Mohammad Ali Hosseini to lodge a strong protest over the firing incident in the Strait of Hormuz, which India views as a threat to its oil shipments. The Indian government expressed its concerns to the Iranian envoy.
Iranian gunboats fired at two Indian-flagged vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The crew is safe. Two Indian-flagged vessels were fired at by Iranian gunboats in Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian gunboats fired at two Indian-flagged vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The incident involved gunboats targeting the ships. India has not officially commented on the incident's details or consequences.
Iran's Minister criticized Trump over a potential Hormuz blockade. Roughly one-fifth of the world's oil passes through the strait. The minister's comments come amid heightened tensions between Iran and the US.
Iran Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh stated that no date has been set for the next round of Iran-U. S. talks. Both sides are currently focused on finalising a framework of understanding before proceeding with further negotiations. They aim to conclude this framework before moving forward.
Two Indian vessels changed course in the Strait of Hormuz after reports of gunfire. The incident occurred as Iran had been considering reopening the waterway, but then reimposed restrictions following a US statement that it would not end its blockade. The Strait of Hormuz remained restricted.
Iran swiftly reimposed restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz. Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei said the country's navy was ready to inflict "new bitter defeats" on its enemies. The defiant message came amid heightened tensions in the region.
Two India-flagged ships were fired at in the Strait of Hormuz on 12 April 2026. The Indian government summoned the Iranian envoy in response, with no official statement on the incident yet released.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps can deploy small, speedy boats to disrupt shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Much of the regular Iranian navy is destroyed. These boats are a threat to shipping in the region.
Ethiopian musician Teddy Afro released a new song criticizing the government's handling of unity in the country. The track laments a lack of unity in Ethiopia. Teddy Afro is the country's biggest musician, with millions listening to his music. His song has garnered significant attention.
India summoned Iran's envoy after ships were attacked in the Hormuz Strait. The incident occurred on February 28, sparking tensions in the region. India took the action amid heightened concerns over maritime security.
Two Indian ships reversed course in the Hormuz strait, reimposes restrictions on the strait in response to a U. S. blockade on Iranian shipping and ports.
The Land Transport Authority in Singapore has experienced technical issues causing inaccurate bus timings on transport apps and bus stop displays for the second time this year. The latest incident occurred months after a similar occurrence in the past.
The US Justice Department refused to assist a French probe into Musk's X. The decision was.
Brentford and Fulham played a 0-0 draw at Brentford Community Stadium. The match was a significant fixture for both European hopefuls. Brentford remained in 10th place and Fulham in 13th, both outside the top seven with limited matches remaining.
Finance writer Dawn Cher advises investors to question the traditional 60/40 stock-to-bond investment mix in light of the deteriorating relationship between stocks and bonds in volatile market conditions. Cher suggests investors reassess their portfolios before updating their mix.
LSE's United States Politics and Policy blog published a report on US President Joe Biden's recent visit to the Middle East, where he met with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss energy cooperation and regional security. The meeting aimed to strengthen ties between the two nations.
Chong Kwek Bin, who is partially blind, has been teaching people with disabilities to use technology in Singapore. He has also pushed for 24-hour "locating signals" at pedestrian crossings and spoken at a United Nations conference to advocate for the visually impaired. His efforts aim to improve accessibility in Singapore.
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