The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz – now in its fourth week as the conflict deepens – is piling pressure on the US administration and major importers of oil, gas and fuels from the Gulf, forcing a scramble for solutions. A narrow corridor linking the Gulf to global markets, Hormuz has been all…
Last Updated:March 16, 2026, 14:35 IST Trump has also called on nations, including China, to send warships to escort vessels in Strait of Hormuz. The Strait of Hormuz has been virtually shut due to the West Asia conflict. (Representational image: AFP) Hours after US President Donald Trump urged countries including China to help the United…
Last Updated:March 09, 2026, 14:14 IST China called Iran’s decision to appoint Mojtaba as new Supreme Leader “an internal matter”. China Opposes Interference in Iran’s Internal Affairs China on Monday said it opposes any targeting of Iran’s newly appointed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, following threats from the Israeli military against the successor to his slain…
During his visit to the Middle East this week, US President Donald Trump is set to travel to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. However, his most urgent regional concerns lie elsewhere, specifically with Israel and Iran. Israel has intensified military operations in the Gaza Strip after ending a ceasefire two months ago,…