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Indian sailor killed, 8 other injured as Iran strikes UAE tankers in Strait of Hormuz: 'Grave violation' of international law

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Under President Trump's direction, the US launched its third consecutive night of military strikes against Iran to degrade its military capabilities and protect commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.



US begins 3rd consecutive night of strikes on Iran as conflict deepens

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'We'll hit Iran hard tonight and tomorrow': Trump issues stark warning for Iran

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Multiple unexplained explosions shook southern Iran and the strategic Strait of Hormuz on Monday. Air defences were activated, and reports claim "violating" vessels were targeted, prompting an official investigation.

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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi mocked Donald Trump's proposed 20 per cent cargo fee for the Strait of Hormuz, declaring Iran the waterway's true, fair protector after Trump announced a reinstated blockade.

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CENTCOM also shared a video in its social media post and said that the strikes were carried out using “three Corsair unmanned surface vessels … marking the first time American forces have employed sea drones in combat operations.”

US forces use sea drones to strike Iranian sub and ship maintenance facility in Hormuz | Watch

While making the statement Trump said that the US will be reimbursed 20 percent on all cargo shipped through the Strait of Hormuz.

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Trump while making the statement also said that US should be compensated for securing one of the world’s most strategically important shipping routes.

Trump says US is 'taking over' Strait of Hormuz, seeks compensation for 'guarding it'

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Italian Ambassador Antonio Bartoli has confirmed Italy’s commitment to backing India’s "Atmanirbhar Bharat" initiative by transitioning from a standard arms seller to a long-term strategic defense partner focused on joint manufacturing, co-development, and technology transfers. 

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Japan’s government has acknowledged the urgent need to counter foreign intelligence networks after a landmark New York Times investigation revealed Russia turned Tokyo into a "den of spies" to smuggle dual-use microchips and technology components for its war in Ukraine. 

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At least 13 people were killed and five injured after a pickup truck carrying wedding guests was crushed between two trucks on a highway in Indonesia's Java. The victims were returning from a wedding when the deadly multi-vehicle crash occurred in Indramayu.

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