India flags concern over attacks on merchant ships as Washington and Tehran trade accusations, dispute fresh talks, and push the Gulf crisis closer to another dangerous turn.
Iran signals a reversal on Hormuz access, linking stricter control to US actions, raising concerns over maritime movement and energy supply routes in a volatile region.
After 21-hour talks collapsed, the US moves to choke Iran’s oil trade, with Trump signalling tougher action and little interest in restarting negotiations.
Trump signals quick outcome from Iran talks, warns US could act militarily, while tensions over the vital oil route keep global markets and diplomacy on edge.
