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US naval blockade against Iran begins; UKMTO confirms enforcement at Iranian ports

Apr 13, 2026

The US military has officially launched a naval blockade of Iranian ports following President Trump's deadline. While "maritime access restrictions" are now being enforced across regional waters, CENTCOM clarified that the operation will "not impede freedom of navigation" for vessels travelling to and from non-Iranian ports.

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Foreign Secretary Misri calls on French FM Barrot; Discusses bilateral cooperation, situation in West Asia

Apr 13, 2026
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ETGE condemns alleged Chinese 'Propaganda Event' in Australia, raises concerns over Uyghur representation

Apr 13, 2026
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Taiwan protests after Brazil envoy calls island "part of China"; MOFA slams "false" remarks

Apr 13, 2026
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"Sufficient forces" ready for Iran blockade, rules of engagement pending: US official

Apr 13, 2026
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FCC hints at ban on leading Chinese telecom companies from operating in US

Apr 13, 2026
Iran's envoy Mohammad Fathali holds press conference (Photo/ ANI)

"Strait our territorial waters," says Iranian envoy Fathali on Hormuz

Apr 13, 2026
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"Our delegation ready for peace, but also ready for war": Ambassador Fathali on Iran-US peace talks

Apr 13, 2026

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Israel in "constant coordination" with US on naval blockade against Iran: Netanyahu

Apr 13, 2026

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has backed President Trump's decision to impose a naval blockade on Iran, citing "full coordination" with Washington. The move follows the collapse of bilateral talks and Trump's order for the US Navy to block all vessels entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz from today.
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"Conflicts disturb everything": Iran envoy warns of imminent fuel price spike

Apr 13, 2026

Iran's Ambassador to India warned of soaring fuel prices and announced a "safe passage" mechanism for the Strait of Hormuz. This follows President Trump's declaration of an immediate US naval blockade on the strategic waterway, effective 10 am today, after bilateral negotiations collapsed without an agreement.
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Restoration of freedom of navigation in Strait of Hormuz "paramount": EU chief

Apr 13, 2026

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for the urgent restoration of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, citing severe economic damage. Her plea follows President Trump's declaration of an immediate US naval blockade on the waterway, effective 10 am today, after the collapse of bilateral negotiations.
Iran's Ambassador to India Mohammad Fathali (Photo/ANI)

"We want good preparation for Indian ships": Iran envoy hails India as "reliable partner" amid Strait of Hormuz tensions

Apr 13, 2026
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"Safety of navigation actually achieved": Japan yet to decide on SDF deployment in Strait of Hormuz

Apr 13, 2026
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Over 9 lakh people evacuated from West Asia: MEA

Apr 13, 2026
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Protests force government to set timeline on Diamer-Bhasha Dam dispute in PoGB

Apr 13, 2026
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva (Photo/Reuters)

Lula da Silva faces tightest first-round contest since 2002: Datafolha poll

Apr 13, 2026
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"Am not afraid of Trump admin": Pope Leo XIV shuns political feud to seek global peace

Apr 13, 2026
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BNM US chapter amplifies allegations of rights violations in Balochistan through awareness campaign

Apr 13, 2026
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Iran: Internet "near blackout" persists for 45 days; connectivity severed for over 1,056 hours

Apr 13, 2026
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Pak: 800 vacancies, 3-month surgery delays cripple Sindh's largest pediatric hospital

Apr 13, 2026
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Iran Speaker's maths formula explains how Trump's blockade will invoke nostalgia for "$4-$5 gas prices"

Apr 13, 2026
Indian High Commisioner Pranay Verma with Minister of Information and Broadcasting of Bangladesh Zahir Uddin Swapon (Photo/High Commission of India, Dhaka)

India, Bangladesh agree to enhance exchange visits of media delegation

Apr 13, 2026
French President Emmanuel Macron (Photo/Reuters)

France, UK to lead multinational mission to restore navigation in Strait of Hormuz: Macron

Apr 13, 2026
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Pakistani forces impose strict lockdown in Balochistan's Noshki, seal routes and restrict civilian movement

Apr 13, 2026
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Indian Consulate in Toronto celebrates Vaisakhi festival

Apr 13, 2026
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"Hormuz blockade decision unclear," says Foreign affairs expert Robinder Sachdev as US led blockade looms

Apr 13, 2026