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Trump says US proposal to Iran is more than a one-page offer, claims Tehran agreed to hand over "nuclear dust." Iran reviews messages via Pakistan mediators.
India and UAE identify new initiatives to strengthen Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's visit. Review progress on trade, energy, defence.
Iran and the US discuss a 30-day framework to halt hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with key sticking points over Iran's nuclear programme and uranium enrichment.
Trump confirms US and Iranian forces exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz, with three American destroyers transiting successfully under attack.
US CENTCOM confirms Iranian forces launched missiles and drones at American naval vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, but says no US assets were struck.
US Treasury sanctions Iraq's Deputy Oil Minister Ali Maarij Al-Bahadly and Iran-backed militia leaders for oil smuggling and terror financing.
Iran claims missile attack on US naval vessels after US forces disabled an Iranian oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, escalating maritime tensions.
Multiple explosions hit Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island in southern Iran amid reports of clashes with enemy forces, triggering regional tensions.
India and UAE review Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during FS Vikram Misri's visit. PM Modi condemns Fujairah attacks, reaffirms solidarity.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets Pope Leo XIV at Vatican to discuss West Asia situation, human dignity, and Cuba, amid diplomatic thaw.
Iran's President Pezeshkian tells France's Macron that US conduct during talks was like 'stabbing from behind,' as tensions rise over Strait of Hormuz.
Iran sends war response to US via Pakistan today, seeking UN guarantees, sanctions relief, and Strait of Hormuz reopening before discussing nuclear program.
Indian Embassy in Beirut facilitates return of 5 Indians from Gulf, thanks Lebanese authorities. Ambassador meets security chief to discuss diaspora welfare.
Iran rejects allegations of involvement in damage to a South Korean vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, as US President Trump claims Iranian attack.
US forces strike and disable an Iranian-flagged oil tanker, Hasna, in the Gulf of Oman after crew fails to comply with warnings, as Trump claims Iran's military is decimated.
86% of GCC NRIs show stable financial outlook despite 41% citing geopolitical risks. Survey reveals shift to financial assets, Indian equities.
Israeli PM Netanyahu says he speaks with Trump daily, dismissing reports of being caught off guard. Israel is ready for 'any scenario' regarding Iran.
Iran FM Spox Esmaeil Baqaei says negotiations need good faith, not coercion, after Trump announces conditional end to strikes on Iran.
Iran will convey its response to the US proposal for ending the West Asia crisis through mediators on May 7, with talks advancing toward a 14-point MOU.
Iran denies new written exchanges with US, rejecting reports of a nearing one-page deal to end hostilities amid ongoing tensions.
