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Published18 Jun 2026, 12:17:29 AM IST

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18 Jun 2026, 10:46:10 PM IST

World News Live Updates: What sanctions does Iran face and could they be lifted under the new deal | Explained

The interim deal aims to alleviate some sanctions on Iran, allowing oil sales but leaving the country with extensive international restrictions due to its nuclear program and support for militant groups.

18 Jun 2026, 10:40:16 PM IST

World News Live Updates: US forces announce lift of Iranian ports blockade, says ‘will remain in general area…’

US forces lift blockade of Iran ports, says US military

18 Jun 2026, 10:36:42 PM IST

World News Live Updates: US Treasury sanctions Lebanese officials, others for supporting Hezbollah

The U.S. Treasury imposed sanctions on Lebanese officials and the Alaa Hassan Hamieh business network for their support of Hezbollah, hindering Lebanon's peace process and disarmament efforts.

18 Jun 2026, 08:24:53 PM IST

World News Live Updates: Iran-US deal signed: Top 20 countries with cheapest gasoline prices — India sees 7% hike in 3 months, show data

US gas prices fell below $4 a gallon on average on the heels of the signing of the interim US-Iran deal that raises hope of opening of Strait of Hormuz and resumption in Iran oil supply.

18 Jun 2026, 07:51:37 PM IST

World News Live Updates: Trump's Oman Snub: Is the ‘Switzerland of the Middle East’ losing its diplomatic edge?

US President Donald Trump sidelined Oman as a mediator for a deal with Iran, despite its longstanding neutral role.

18 Jun 2026, 07:04:55 PM IST

World News Live Updates: Strait of Hormuz reopens after US-Iran peace deal: Oil flows resume, what it means for prices

While the resumption of tanker traffic is likely to ease pressure on energy prices, shipping and insurance industries are waiting for greater security guarantees before declaring the crisis over.

18 Jun 2026, 03:44:42 PM IST

World News Live Updates: West Asia crisis threatens 12 million jobs in India, Green shift can offer hope, says a report

In its newly launched peer-reviewed IPE Global warns that nearly 10 - 12 million livelihoods are at risk across key sectors in India, while arguing that a decisive green transition could turn this moment of uncertainty into a catalyst for long-term economic resilience and green transition.

18 Jun 2026, 02:55:42 PM IST

World News Live Updates: Netanyahu faces backlash at home as Trump sidelines him from Iran negotiations: Here’s what awaits Israeli PM

The US-Iran MoU has intensified scrutiny of President Donald Trump's ties with Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu, whose government was reportedly excluded from the negotiations. In Israel, criticism of Netanyahu is mounting, with polls showing declining support for the war.

18 Jun 2026, 02:47:37 PM IST

World News Live Updates: Kremlin says Trump was ‘pumped with’ harmful ideas by his EU counterparts during the G7

Kremlin adviser Yuri Ushakov stated that US President Donald Trump received harmful ideas from EU leaders during the G7 meeting, leading to no US contacts with Moscow.

18 Jun 2026, 01:19:58 PM IST

World News Live Updates: ‘Cost of violating deal will be higher now’: Tehran after Trump signs US-Iran peace deal

The US and Iran have virtually signed a 14-point MoU aimed at ending hostilities and launching talks on sanctions relief and Tehran's nuclear programme. While Iran says a planned Switzerland meeting is no longer confirmed, Swiss authorities maintain that implementation talks remain on schedule

18 Jun 2026, 06:22:01 AM IST

World News Live Updates: US-Iran peace deal: Is Switzerland meeting between both nations confirmed as Trump signs agreement? What we know

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei reacted on whether there is a planned meeting with the US in Switzerland. in In Versailles, Trump reportedly signed a memorandum aimed at ending conflict with Iran.

18 Jun 2026, 12:33:34 AM IST

World News Live Updates: Trump says no one ‘purposefully’ targeted Iranian girls’ school as US probe continues

Speaking at a press conference on the sidelines of the G7 Summit 2026, Trump acknowledged the ongoing inquiry and said the circumstances surrounding the incident remain under review.

18 Jun 2026, 12:17:29 AM IST

World News Live Updates: ‘India will always be on the side of peace’: PM Modi’s strong message after Zelensky talks at G7

Following the talks, Zelensky described the discussions as constructive and said Ukraine sees significant opportunities for deeper collaboration with India.

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