International
Strait of Hormuz Open After Lebanon Deal, Iran and U.S. Assert
Iran and U.S. state Strait of Hormuz is open following a deal concerning Lebanon, signaling a potential de-escalation.
Category: International
Conflict
Global Markets Surge as Geopolitical Tensions Ease; Sensex Gains 500 Points
Stock markets surged Friday as geopolitical tensions eased, with Sensex and Nifty climbing nearly 1% on hopes of US-Iran diplomacy and a Lebanon-Israel ceasefire.
International
Trump Hints at Pakistan Visit Amidst Potential Iran Deal Talks
Donald Trump indicated he might visit Pakistan if a deal concerning Iran is signed there, highlighting the country's potential diplomatic role.
Business
Adani Surges Ahead, Reclaiming Title of Asia’s Richest Person
Gautam Adani has once again surpassed Mukesh Ambani to become Asia's richest person, with his net worth reaching USD 92.6 billion.
International
Asian Nations Pivot to Rivals Amidst Iran War’s Global Oil Shock
Asian nations, including South Korea and the Philippines, are forging new ties with Russia and Iran due to oil supply disruptions caused by the Iran war.
Business
US Military’s Strait of Hormuz Strategy: Blocking Iran, Encouraging Trade
US military ships are blocking Iranian-linked vessels in the Strait of Hormuz while encouraging others to maintain passage.
Business
Trump Praises ‘Friend’ Modi After ‘Very Good Conversation’ on Bilateral Ties
US President Donald Trump described his recent call with Indian PM Narendra Modi as 'very good,' discussing bilateral ties and West Asia.
Business
Rupee Gains Ground Against US Dollar Amid Easing Crude Oil Prices and Mideast Hopes
The rupee strengthened against the dollar due to lower crude oil prices and hopes for a West Asia truce.
International
U.S. Hints at Extended Blockade Through Strait of Hormuz Amid Iran Tensions
U.S. hints at extended blockade of Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions with Iran, potentially impacting oil supplies.
International
Pope Leo XIV Reasserts Peace Plea Amid Rising Tensions With Trump Over Iran
Pope Leo XIV and President Trump clash over Iran, with the Pope reiterating calls for peace amid criticism.