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US Ends Oil Purchase Exemption for India on Russian Crude
Washington (HRNW)- The United States has announced the end of a temporary exemption granted to India for purchasing oil from Russia, signaling a shift in its sanctions policy. According to reports, despite the expiration of the exemption, Indian refineries have already placed orders for approximately 30 million barrels of Russian oil. The US Treasury Secretary stated…
US Announces Inspection of Ships Bound for Iran Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Washington (HRNW)- The United States has announced the inspection of ships heading toward Iran, marking a significant step aimed at preventing the supply of weapons and sensitive materials. According to a US Navy advisory, vessels bound for Iran may be searched to ensure they are not carrying weapons, ammunition, weapon systems, nuclear materials, or restricted commodities…
Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire Begins, Citizens Celebrate in Streets
Lebanon (HRNW)- The 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel has officially begun. As soon as the news of the ceasefire came out, citizens took to the streets in the Lebanese capital Beirut and expressed their joy. According to eyewitnesses, celebrations were held in different areas of Beirut, people chanted slogans, while shots were fired in…
UN Security Council Convenes on Middle East De-escalation
New York, USA (HRNW) The UN Security Council held an emergency session today to address the intensifying regional conflict in the Middle East. Secretary-General António Guterres urged all parties to exercise maximum restraint, warning that humanitarian stability is at a critical breaking point. A key highlight of the session was the acknowledgement of the Pakistan-China…
US Defense Secretary Warns Iran Over Strait of Hormuz and Ceasefire Options
Washington (HRNW)- US Defense Secretary Pat Hegseth has said that Iran has a “golden opportunity” to choose a prosperous future, according to remarks shared during a press briefing involving US negotiators. According to the US Broadcasting Corporation, Hegseth warned that if Iran makes the wrong decision regarding the ceasefire agreement, US forces are fully prepared to…
Israel Approves $334 Million Five-Year Settlement Expansion Plan in Occupied Golan Heights
Jerusalem (HRNW)- Israel has approved a five-year plan worth approximately $334 million to expand illegal settlements in the occupied Syrian Golan Heights, according to the Times of Israel. The plan, covering 2026 to 2030, allocates around 1 billion shekels ($334 million) for infrastructure development and to promote Israeli population growth in the occupied territory. Israeli officials…
Iran Signals Firm Stance on Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Tehran (HRNW)- The Iranian government has stated that it will not leave the Strait of Hormuz “free” until its rights are fully recognized, amid escalating regional tensions. According to media reports, Mohsen Rezaei, an adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, said that Iran will not allow the Strait of Hormuz to remain open in its…
China Calls for Respect of Iran’s Sovereignty Amid Rising Middle East Tensions
Beijing (HRNW)- China has emphasized the importance of respecting Iran’s sovereignty and security amid rising tensions in the Middle East. According to media reports, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated that Iran’s sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity must be respected and protected. The remarks come at a time when tensions are increasing in the Middle East,…
US Senate Rejects Bid to Restrict Trump’s War Powers for Fourth Time
Washington (HRNW)- Another attempt by Democratic senators in the US Senate to limit President Donald Trump’s war powers has failed, with lawmakers rejecting the proposed resolution for the fourth time. The resolution sought to require presidential approval from Congress before any potential military action against Iran. However, a majority of Republican senators backed President Trump’s position,…
Russian Missile and Drone Strikes on Ukraine Kill 12 People
Moscow (HRNW)- Russia’s latest missile and drone strikes on Ukraine have killed 12 people. Local authorities say six people were killed in the southern port city of Odessa. At least four people were killed in the Russian strikes in the Ukrainian capital, Kiev. Officials say two people were also killed in the central city of…