West Asia War LIVE Updates: Sale of 5 kg LPG cylinders touches 14.3 lakh, PNG connections rise to 4.4 lakh
The supply of domestic LPG remains normal in the country and over 1.1 lakh 5 kg LPG cylinders used by migrant labourers for cooking were sold across the country on Monday, taking their total number to 14.3 lakh since March 23, according to the latest update issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Tuesday. The daily average of small 5kg cylinders has gone up from 77, 000 in February this year, before the Iran war started, to about 1.1 lakh, as on Monday. Online LPG bookings have increased to 98 per cent across the industry basis as of Monday. Deliveries based on the authentication code (DAC) received on the registered mobile number of the consumer have increased to around 92 per cent to prevent diversion at the distributor level. Since March 2026, about 4.4 lakh PNG connections have been gasified, and about 4.88 lakh additional customers have registered for new connections. Besides, more than 33,000 PNG consumers have surrendered their LPG connections via MYPNGD.in website.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Sale of 5 kg LPG cylinders touches 14.3 lakh, PNG connections rise to 4.4 lakh
The supply of domestic LPG remains normal in the country and over 1.1 lakh 5 kg LPG cylinders used by migrant labourers for cooking were sold across the country on Monday, taking their total number to 14.3 lakh since March 23, according to the latest update issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Tuesday. The daily average of small 5kg cylinders has gone up from 77, 000 in February this year, before the Iran war started, to about 1.1 lakh, as on Monday. Online LPG bookings have increased to 98 per cent across the industry basis as of Monday. Deliveries based on the authentication code (DAC) received on the registered mobile number of the consumer have increased to around 92 per cent to prevent diversion at the distributor level. Since March 2026, about 4.4 lakh PNG connections have been gasified, and about 4.88 lakh additional customers have registered for new connections. Besides, more than 33,000 PNG consumers have surrendered their LPG connections via MYPNGD.in website.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: South Korea to attend multilateral meeting on Strait of Hormuz this week
South Korea will attend a multilateral meeting this week on joint efforts to stabilise the Strait of Hormuz, including ways to ensure free and safe passage through the waterway in the event of an end to the Middle East conflict, officials said Tuesday. The online meeting, set for late Wednesday (Seoul time), is a follow-up to the Britain-led ministerial meeting of more than 40 countries that took place earlier this month regarding the maritime chokepoint where thousands of vessels and crew remain stranded, Yonhap News Agency reported. South Korea's Deputy Foreign Minister Chung Eui-hae will participate in the virtual gathering, which will be led by Britain and France. "While it is difficult to speed up discussions since the conflict has yet to come to an end, the objective of the meeting is to identify concrete measures to stabilise the strait after the conflict, through coordination in diplomatic and military tracks," a foreign ministry official said.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: South Korea to attend multilateral meeting on Strait of Hormuz this week
South Korea will attend a multilateral meeting this week on joint efforts to stabilise the Strait of Hormuz, including ways to ensure free and safe passage through the waterway in the event of an end to the Middle East conflict, officials said Tuesday. The online meeting, set for late Wednesday (Seoul time), is a follow-up to the Britain-led ministerial meeting of more than 40 countries that took place earlier this month regarding the maritime chokepoint where thousands of vessels and crew remain stranded, Yonhap News Agency reported. South Korea's Deputy Foreign Minister Chung Eui-hae will participate in the virtual gathering, which will be led by Britain and France. "While it is difficult to speed up discussions since the conflict has yet to come to an end, the objective of the meeting is to identify concrete measures to stabilise the strait after the conflict, through coordination in diplomatic and military tracks," a foreign ministry official said.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: In call with Trump, PM Modi stresses on keeping Strait of Hormuz 'open and secure'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday received a call from US President Donald Trump with both leaders discussing the current situation in West Asia as well as ways to further strengthen the bilateral partnership. "Received a call from my friend President Donald Trump. We reviewed the substantial progress achieved in our bilateral cooperation in various sectors. We are committed to further strengthening our Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership in all areas," PM Modi posted on X after the phone call. "We also discussed the situation in West Asia and stressed the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open and secure," he wrote further. Having continuously advocated de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy to bring an early end to the ongoing conflict, India has welcomed the ceasefire reached between the United States and Iran while hoping that it will lead to a lasting peace in West Asia.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: In call with Trump, PM Modi stresses on keeping Strait of Hormuz 'open and secure'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday received a call from US President Donald Trump with both leaders discussing the current situation in West Asia as well as ways to further strengthen the bilateral partnership. "Received a call from my friend President Donald Trump. We reviewed the substantial progress achieved in our bilateral cooperation in various sectors. We are committed to further strengthening our Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership in all areas," PM Modi posted on X after the phone call. "We also discussed the situation in West Asia and stressed the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open and secure," he wrote further. Having continuously advocated de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy to bring an early end to the ongoing conflict, India has welcomed the ceasefire reached between the United States and Iran while hoping that it will lead to a lasting peace in West Asia.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Two Pak-flagged oil tankers turned back from Strait of Hormuz: Report&nbsp;
Two Pakistani-flagged oil tankers, named Khairpur and Shalamar, which were moving towards the Strait of Hormuz made a 180-degree turn and changed their route, local media reported on Tuesday. The two oil tankers which were heading Eastward towards the Strait of Hormuz altered their route and headed West, turning back from the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, Pakistan's leading daily The News International reported, citing Iran's Fars news agency. According to the report, traffic in the Strait of Hormuz remains under the full management of Iran armed forces' and vessels can travel through the waterway after coordination with Iran and obtaining the necessary authorisation. The Strait of Hormuz, which links the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, is one of the world&rsquo;s most critical oil transit routes, carrying nearly a fifth of global oil shipments.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Two Pak-flagged oil tankers turned back from Strait of Hormuz: Report&nbsp;
Two Pakistani-flagged oil tankers, named Khairpur and Shalamar, which were moving towards the Strait of Hormuz made a 180-degree turn and changed their route, local media reported on Tuesday. The two oil tankers which were heading Eastward towards the Strait of Hormuz altered their route and headed West, turning back from the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, Pakistan's leading daily The News International reported, citing Iran's Fars news agency. According to the report, traffic in the Strait of Hormuz remains under the full management of Iran armed forces' and vessels can travel through the waterway after coordination with Iran and obtaining the necessary authorisation. The Strait of Hormuz, which links the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, is one of the world&rsquo;s most critical oil transit routes, carrying nearly a fifth of global oil shipments.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Trump says Italy's Meloni lacks 'courage' on Iran war
US President Donald Trump criticised Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni for her unwillingness to help in the Iran war, in an interview published Tuesday.(AFP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Trump says Italy's Meloni lacks 'courage' on Iran war
US President Donald Trump criticised Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni for her unwillingness to help in the Iran war, in an interview published Tuesday.(AFP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Pakistan proposes new US-Iran talks as Vance, Trump hint at progress
Pakistani officials said Tuesday that Islamabad has proposed a second round of talks to the US and Iran, while US Vice President JD Vance earlier said negotiations with Iran "did make some progress" and US President Donald Trump said Monday "we've been called by the other side" and "they want to work a deal."(AP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Pakistan proposes new US-Iran talks as Vance, Trump hint at progress
Pakistani officials said Tuesday that Islamabad has proposed a second round of talks to the US and Iran, while US Vice President JD Vance earlier said negotiations with Iran "did make some progress" and US President Donald Trump said Monday "we've been called by the other side" and "they want to work a deal."(AP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: IMF cuts 2026 global growth forecast on Middle East war
The IMF cut its 2026 global growth projection Tuesday, warning that the world economy could be "thrown off course" by the war in the Middle East -- as the conflict roils commodity markets and sparks higher prices (AFP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: IMF cuts 2026 global growth forecast on Middle East war
The IMF cut its 2026 global growth projection Tuesday, warning that the world economy could be "thrown off course" by the war in the Middle East -- as the conflict roils commodity markets and sparks higher prices (AFP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer takes effort to restore navigation
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that over 40 nations have already been brought together to work on a coordinated plan. &ldquo;The ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz is deeply damaging&hellip; Getting global shipping moving is vital,&rdquo; he said, highlighting the impact on global costs and supply chains, reported ANI.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer takes effort to restore navigation
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that over 40 nations have already been brought together to work on a coordinated plan.&ldquo;The ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz is deeply damaging&hellip; Getting global shipping moving is vital,&rdquo; he said, highlighting the impact on global costs and supply chains, reported ANI.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: French President Emmanuel Macron takes effort to restore navigation
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that the conference will be held in Paris on Friday via video link. The focus will be on creating a &ldquo;multilateral and purely defensive mission&rdquo; involving countries that are not part of the conflict. He said the initiative is aimed at &ldquo;restoring freedom of navigation in the strait when security conditions permit.&rdquo; (ANI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: French President Emmanuel Macron takes effort to restore navigation
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that the conference will be held in Paris on Friday via video link. The focus will be on creating a &ldquo;multilateral and purely defensive mission&rdquo; involving countries that are not part of the conflict. He said the initiative is aimed at &ldquo;restoring freedom of navigation in the strait when security conditions permit.&rdquo; (ANI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Hezbollah official says group won't abide by any agreement from Lebanon-Israel talks
The Lebanese militant group Hezbollah will not abide by any agreements that may result from the direct Lebanon-Israel talks in the United States, negotiations it firmly opposes, a senior Hezbollah official said Monday (AP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Hezbollah official says group won't abide by any agreement from Lebanon-Israel talks
The Lebanese militant group Hezbollah will not abide by any agreements that may result from the direct Lebanon-Israel talks in the United States, negotiations it firmly opposes, a senior Hezbollah official said Monday (AP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: India intensifies energy security measures, citizen outreach amid West Asia crisis
The Government of India launched a massive, multi-sectoral response to the evolving situation in West Asia, focusing on stabilising domestic fuel supplies, expanding natural gas infrastructure, and ensuring the safety of Indian nationals abroad (ANI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: India intensifies energy security measures, citizen outreach amid West Asia crisis
The Government of India launched a massive, multi-sectoral response to the evolving situation in West Asia, focusing on stabilising domestic fuel supplies, expanding natural gas infrastructure, and ensuring the safety of Indian nationals abroad (ANI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: German Chancellor Merz says he supports talks between Israel and Lebanon
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said in a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that he supports direct peace talks between the Israeli and Lebanese governments, which are set to start Tuesday in Washington (AP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: German Chancellor Merz says he supports talks between Israel and Lebanon
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said in a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that he supports direct peace talks between the Israeli and Lebanese governments, which are set to start Tuesday in Washington (AP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Two ships from Iran ports pass Hormuz Strait despite US blockade, as per tracker
At least two ships using Iranian ports passed through the Strait of Hormuz on Monday despite a US military blockade, data from maritime tracking firm Kpler indicated Tuesday.(AFP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Two ships from Iran ports pass Hormuz Strait despite US blockade, as per tracker
At least two ships using Iranian ports passed through the Strait of Hormuz on Monday despite a US military blockade, data from maritime tracking firm Kpler indicated Tuesday.(AFP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: EAM Jaishankar discusses West Asia conflict with Australian counterpart
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday discussed the evolving security situation in West Asia during a conversation with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong (ANI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: EAM Jaishankar discusses West Asia conflict with Australian counterpart
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday discussed the evolving security situation in West Asia during a conversation with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong (ANI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Israeli FM says keen to reach 'peace and normalisation' with Lebanon ahead of talks between both nations
"We want to reach peace and normalisation with the state of Lebanon... Israel and Lebanon don't have any major disputes between them. The problem is Hezbollah," Saar said at a press conference (AFP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Israeli FM says keen to reach 'peace and normalisation' with Lebanon ahead of talks between both nations
"We want to reach peace and normalisation with the state of Lebanon... Israel and Lebanon don't have any major disputes between them. The problem is Hezbollah," Saar said at a press conference (AFP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran warns of response and calls for UN action
Iran said it &ldquo;firmly and in the strongest possible terms rejects and condemns&rdquo; the US action and warned it reserves the right to take &ldquo;necessary and proportionate measures&rdquo; to defend its sovereignty. The Iranian envoy added that the US bears full responsibility for the consequences of its actions, including risks to regional peace and security (ANI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran warns of response and calls for UN action
Iran said it &ldquo;firmly and in the strongest possible terms rejects and condemns&rdquo; the US action and warned it reserves the right to take &ldquo;necessary and proportionate measures&rdquo; to defend its sovereignty. The Iranian envoy added that the US bears full responsibility for the consequences of its actions, including risks to regional peace and security (ANI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran rejects compensation demands, cites international law
In a letter addressed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and SC President Jamal Fares Alrowaiei, Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative Amir-Saeid Iravani rejected compensation demands made by Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Jordan. The letter stated that under the current circumstances, these countries "cannot lawfully invoke Article 51 of the UN Charter (the right to self-defence) vis-a-vis Iran as they facilitated the US-Israel aggression." (ANI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran rejects compensation demands, cites international law
In a letter addressed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and SC President Jamal Fares Alrowaiei, Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative Amir-Saeid Iravani rejected compensation demands made by Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Jordan. The letter stated that under the current circumstances, these countries "cannot lawfully invoke Article 51 of the UN Charter (the right to self-defence) vis-a-vis Iran as they facilitated the US-Israel aggression." (ANI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Xi Jinping calls for balanced approach to development and security in Gulf region
Xi Jinping requested the countries to have balanced approach to development and security. "Stay committed to a balanced approach to development and security. Security is a prerequisite for development, and development serves as a safeguard of security. All sides should work to create a sound environment for and bring positive energy to the development of the Gulf states. China stands ready to share with the Gulf countries the opportunities through Chinese modernization, and work with them to nurture a fertile ground for regional development and security," the pointer read.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Xi Jinping calls for balanced approach to development and security in Gulf region
Xi Jinping requested the countries to have balanced approach to development and security. "Stay committed to a balanced approach to development and security. Security is a prerequisite for development, and development serves as a safeguard of security. All sides should work to create a sound environment for and bring positive energy to the development of the Gulf states. China stands ready to share with the Gulf countries the opportunities through Chinese modernization, and work with them to nurture a fertile ground for regional development and security," the pointer read.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Xi Jinping calls for adherence to UN Charter principles and international rule of law
Xi Jinping requested all nations to abide by the purposes and principles of the UN Charter. "Stay committed to the principle of international rule of law. It is important to firmly uphold the international system with the U.N. at its core, the international order based on international law, and basic norms governing international relations underpinned by the purposes and principles of the U.N. Charter," the pointer read.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Xi Jinping calls for adherence to UN Charter principles and international rule of law
Xi Jinping requested all nations to abide by the purposes and principles of the UN Charter. "Stay committed to the principle of international rule of law. It is important to firmly uphold the international system with the U.N. at its core, the international order based on international law, and basic norms governing international relations underpinned by the purposes and principles of the U.N. Charter," the pointer read.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Xi Jinping urges respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity in Gulf states
Xi Jinping's second point asked the warring nations to respect each others' territorial integrity. "Stay committed to the principle of national sovereignty. Sovereignty serves as a foundation for all countries, especially developing countries, to survive and thrive, and it must not be violated. The sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of the Gulf states should be earnestly respected, and the safety of their personnel, facilities and institutions vigorously safeguarded."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Xi Jinping urges respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity in Gulf states
Xi Jinping's second point asked the warring nations to respect each others' territorial integrity. "Stay committed to the principle of national sovereignty. Sovereignty serves as a foundation for all countries, especially developing countries, to survive and thrive, and it must not be violated. The sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of the Gulf states should be earnestly respected, and the safety of their personnel, facilities and institutions vigorously safeguarded."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: China calls for peaceful coexistence in Middle East, urges stronger Gulf ties and security framework
"Stay committed to the principle of peaceful co-existence. The Gulf states in the Middle East are close neighbors that cannot move away. It's important to support the Gulf states in improving their ties, work to build a common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security architecture of the Middle East and the Gulf region, and consolidate the foundation for peaceful co-existence," the pointer said.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: China calls for peaceful coexistence in Middle East, urges stronger Gulf ties and security framework
"Stay committed to the principle of peaceful co-existence. The Gulf states in the Middle East are close neighbors that cannot move away. It's important to support the Gulf states in improving their ties, work to build a common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security architecture of the Middle East and the Gulf region, and consolidate the foundation for peaceful co-existence," the pointer said.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: China says Xi Jinping made four proposals on peace, stability in Middle East
In a post on X, she said, "President Xi Jinping made four propositions on safeguarding and promoting peace and stability in the Middle East."&nbsp;
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West Asia War LIVE Updates: China says Xi Jinping made four proposals on peace, stability in Middle East
In a post on X, she said, "President Xi Jinping made four propositions on safeguarding and promoting peace and stability in the Middle East."&nbsp;

President Xi Jinping made four propositions on safeguarding and promoting peace and stability in the Middle East.1️⃣ Stay committed to the principle of peaceful co-existence. The Gulf states in the Middle East are close neighbors that cannot move away. It&rsquo;s important to support&hellip; pic.twitter.com/dBfGZCV9TF
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West Asia War LIVE Updates: China reveals details of 4 points to peace in Middle East by President Xi Jinping Spokesperson of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China, Mao Ning on Tuesday listed out the four-point proposal given by Chinese President Xi Jinping for lasting peace in the Middle East. Mao said that the proposal was based on the principle of peaceful co-existence, sovereignty, among others. (ANI)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates: China reveals details of 4 points to peace in Middle East by President Xi JinpingSpokesperson of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China, Mao Ning on Tuesday listed out the four-point proposal given by Chinese President Xi Jinping for lasting peace in the Middle East. Mao said that the proposal was based on the principle of peaceful co-existence, sovereignty, among others. (ANI)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran says it had doubts over ceasefire, accuses US of forcing demands instead of negotiating
He said, "Actually from the beginning we had doubts about the ceasefire and the intention towards negotiation. They are not people of negotiation. They just want to force whatever they want to get it. By force they want to get it. And from the beginning we announced that we have doubts about them, but because we wanted to show to the world that we are not the people of war, we don't want war, we don't want any crisis, and we want everywhere to be peace. Actually, obviously from the beginning we knew that they are not coming for negotiation."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran says it had doubts over ceasefire, accuses US of forcing demands instead of negotiating
He said, "Actually from the beginning we had doubts about the ceasefire and the intention towards negotiation. They are not people of negotiation. They just want to force whatever they want to get it. By force they want to get it. And from the beginning we announced that we have doubts about them, but because we wanted to show to the world that we are not the people of war, we don't want war, we don't want any crisis, and we want everywhere to be peace. Actually, obviously from the beginning we knew that they are not coming for negotiation."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran says US actions in Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz &ldquo;paradoxical&rdquo;, accuses Washington of pressure tactics
"I don't know what they want to do because they want, they say that the Strait of Hormuz should be open and at the same time they are going to blockage around the Strait of Hormuz. It is paradoxical things," he said. Ilahi said that the US wants to arm twist Iran into accepting their demands.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran says US actions in Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz &ldquo;paradoxical&rdquo;, accuses Washington of pressure tactics
"I don't know what they want to do because they want, they say that the Strait of Hormuz should be open and at the same time they are going to blockage around the Strait of Hormuz. It is paradoxical things," he said. Ilahi said that the US wants to arm twist Iran into accepting their demands.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: "US doesn't want negotiation, they want to force their will," says Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in India Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in India, said that Iran has always been doubtful about the US' intention towards negotiation. Ilahi, held a conversation with ANI on the sidelines of the Yad-E-Shohada Programme organised at Imambara Jawahar Ali Khan with the participation from the Shia Community. (ANI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: "US doesn't want negotiation, they want to force their will," says Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in IndiaAbdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in India, said that Iran has always been doubtful about the US' intention towards negotiation. Ilahi, held a conversation with ANI on the sidelines of the Yad-E-Shohada Programme organised at Imambara Jawahar Ali Khan with the participation from the Shia Community. (ANI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran warns US actions in Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz could have &ldquo;dangerous consequences&rdquo; for global peace
Araghchi&nbsp;"warned of the dangerous consequences of provocative US actions in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz for regional and global peace and security," Iran's foreign ministry said, according to CNN. In a statement, Russia's foreign ministry said Lavrov welcomed the two-week Iran ceasefire and emphasised that Moscow believes the agreements extend to Lebanon as well.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran warns US actions in Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz could have &ldquo;dangerous consequences&rdquo; for global peace
Araghchi&nbsp;"warned of the dangerous consequences of provocative US actions in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz for regional and global peace and security," Iran's foreign ministry said, according to CNN. In a statement, Russia's foreign ministry said Lavrov welcomed the two-week Iran ceasefire and emphasised that Moscow believes the agreements extend to Lebanon as well.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: 'Iran warns US actions could have &ldquo;dangerous consequences&rdquo; for global peace'
Earlier, Araghchi warned that "provocative" actions by the United States could have "dangerous consequences" for global peace and security, during a phone call with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov on Monday, according to CNN. During the conversation, Araghchi reviewed the latest regional developments following the announcement of a ceasefire and subsequent Iran-US talks held in Islamabad (April 11-12).

West Asia War LIVE Updates: 'Iran warns US actions could have &ldquo;dangerous consequences&rdquo; for global peace'
Earlier, Araghchi warned that "provocative" actions by the United States could have "dangerous consequences" for global peace and security, during a phone call with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov on Monday, according to CNN. During the conversation, Araghchi reviewed the latest regional developments following the announcement of a ceasefire and subsequent Iran-US talks held in Islamabad (April 11-12).

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Oman expresses hope for return of peace and stability amid US-Iran tensions
Omani Foreign Minister Albusaidi, for his part, according to Mehr, expressed hope that peace and stability "would return to the region as soon as possible." The news agency also reported that the discussions come amid continuing tensions following the conflict between the US and Iran, despite previous rounds of negotiations. Oman, which had acted as a mediator in the talks occuring before February 28, said that the conflict broke out even though a potential agreement had been "within reach."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Oman expresses hope for return of peace and stability amid US-Iran tensions
Omani Foreign Minister Albusaidi, for his part, according to Mehr, expressed hope that peace and stability "would return to the region as soon as possible." The news agency also reported that the discussions come amid continuing tensions following the conflict between the US and Iran, despite previous rounds of negotiations. Oman, which had acted as a mediator in the talks occuring before February 28, said that the conflict broke out even though a potential agreement had been "within reach."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: 'Iran, Oman foreign ministers discuss ceasefire, regional talks' Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Tuesday held a phone call with Oman's Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Albusaidi to discuss the latest developments regarding the ongoing "ceasefire and negotiations" between Iran and the US, according to the Iranian media outlet, Mehr news agency. According to Mehr, Araghchi underscored Tehran's position on regional stability. The news agency reported, "Araghchi emphasised the Islamic Republic of Iran's commitment to preserving regional peace and stability with the cooperation and participation of all countries in the region and away from destructive US interventions." (ANI)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates: 'Iran, Oman foreign ministers discuss ceasefire, regional talks'Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Tuesday held a phone call with Oman's Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Albusaidi to discuss the latest developments regarding the ongoing "ceasefire and negotiations" between Iran and the US, according to the Iranian media outlet, Mehr news agency. According to Mehr, Araghchi underscored Tehran's position on regional stability. The news agency reported, "Araghchi emphasised the Islamic Republic of Iran's commitment to preserving regional peace and stability with the cooperation and participation of all countries in the region and away from destructive US interventions." (ANI)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Iran slams US blockade&nbsp;
Iran slammed a US blockade around its ports on Monday as a "grave violation" of its sovereignty. Trump said earlier that US forces would destroy any Iranian "fast attack ships" that approach the American naval blockade of Iranian ports that came into effect on Monday. (AFP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Iran slams US blockade&nbsp;
Iran slammed a US blockade around its ports on Monday as a "grave violation" of its sovereignty. Trump said earlier that US forces would destroy any Iranian "fast attack ships" that approach the American naval blockade of Iranian ports that came into effect on Monday. (AFP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Oil plunges on hopes for deal&nbsp;
Oil prices plunged and stocks rose on Tuesday on hopes for a deal to end the war, with Trump saying Tehran had called to seek an agreement, even as a US blockade of Iranian ports came into force. While weekend peace talks in Pakistan ended with no breakthrough, investors took heart from the fact the two sides found some areas of agreement, with the Islamic republic saying they had been "inches away" at one point.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Oil plunges on hopes for deal&nbsp;
Oil prices plunged and stocks rose on Tuesday on hopes for a deal to end the war, with Trump saying Tehran had called to seek an agreement, even as a US blockade of Iranian ports came into force. While weekend peace talks in Pakistan ended with no breakthrough, investors took heart from the fact the two sides found some areas of agreement, with the Islamic republic saying they had been "inches away" at one point.

West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;US seeks pause of Iran uranium enrichment The United States sought a 20-year suspension of Iran's uranium enrichment programme as part of a deal to end the war, according to media reports Monday, after Washington and Tehran failed to come to an agreement. US President Donald Trump launched the war on February 28 under the pretext that Iran was developing an atomic bomb -- which it denies -- and vowed to never let the Islamic republic get its hands on a nuclear weapon. (AFP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;US seeks pause of Iran uranium enrichmentThe United States sought a 20-year suspension of Iran's uranium enrichment programme as part of a deal to end the war, according to media reports Monday, after Washington and Tehran failed to come to an agreement. US President Donald Trump launched the war on February 28 under the pretext that Iran was developing an atomic bomb -- which it denies -- and vowed to never let the Islamic republic get its hands on a nuclear weapon. (AFP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;China's Xi urges respect for sovereignty in Middle East, reports state media China's President Xi Jinping called on Tuesday for the national sovereignty of countries in the Middle East and Gulf to be "respected" as he outlined proposals for maintaining peace in the war-torn region, Chinese state media reported. "The sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of the Gulf countries in the Middle East should be sincerely respected," Xi said, according to state broadcaster CCTV.

West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;China's Xi urges respect for sovereignty in Middle East, reports state mediaChina's President Xi Jinping called on Tuesday for the national sovereignty of countries in the Middle East and Gulf to be "respected" as he outlined proposals for maintaining peace in the war-torn region, Chinese state media reported. "The sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of the Gulf countries in the Middle East should be sincerely respected," Xi said, according to state broadcaster CCTV.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US says ball in Iran's court as push grows to end war
The United States said "the ball is in the Iranian court" on ending the Mideast war, as diplomats accelerated efforts on Tuesday towards a new round of peace talks after weekend negotiations failed to produce a deal. US Vice President JD Vance had left talks hosted by Pakistan on Sunday, saying he had handed Tehran the "final and best offer". (AFP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US says ball in Iran's court as push grows to end war
The United States said "the ball is in the Iranian court" on ending the Mideast war, as diplomats accelerated efforts on Tuesday towards a new round of peace talks after weekend negotiations failed to produce a deal. US Vice President JD Vance had left talks hosted by Pakistan on Sunday, saying he had handed Tehran the "final and best offer". (AFP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US deploys 15 warships in Middle East amid Iran blockade tensions
The United States Navy has deployed 15 ships, including USS Abraham Lincoln, amid rising tensions with Iran, as Donald Trump signals a possible maritime blockade following failed talks.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US deploys 15 warships in Middle East amid Iran blockade tensions
The United States Navy has deployed 15 ships, including USS Abraham Lincoln, amid rising tensions with Iran, as Donald Trump signals a possible maritime blockade following failed talks.

West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;JD Vance on peace talks with Iran in Pakistan&nbsp;
The US Vice President further noted that the Iranian delegation that participated in recent talks in <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/world-news/article/pakistan-rawalpindi-markets-shut-amid-us-iran-talks-residents-face-hardship-23625361" rel="nofollow">Pakistan </a>did not have the authority to finalise an agreement, prompting the US team to leave after 21 hours of negotiations, as per ANI.&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;JD Vance on peace talks with Iran in Pakistan&nbsp;
The US Vice President further noted that the Iranian delegation that participated in recent talks in Pakistan did not have the authority to finalise an agreement, prompting the US team to leave after 21 hours of negotiations, as per ANI.&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;US Vice President hints at negotiation deals with Iran&nbsp;
US Vice President Vance further emphasised that the <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/world-news/article/us-israel-attack-iran-israeli-forces-surround-bint-jbeil-in-lebanon-after-heavy-clashes-with-hezbollah-23625561" rel="nofollow">US</a> requires a "conclusive commitment" from Iran not to develop a nuclear weapon. He said, "We must have their conclusive commitment not to develop a nuclear weapon. And I think that if the Iranians are willing to meet us there, then this can be a very, very good deal for both countries. If they're not willing to meet us there, that's up to them," as per ANI.&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;US Vice President hints at negotiation deals with Iran&nbsp;
US Vice President Vance further emphasised that the US requires a "conclusive commitment" from Iran not to develop a nuclear weapon. He said, "We must have their conclusive commitment not to develop a nuclear weapon. And I think that if the Iranians are willing to meet us there, then this can be a very, very good deal for both countries. If they're not willing to meet us there, that's up to them," as per ANI.&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates: No deal yet as JD Vance says Iran must commit to nuclear weapons
Amid the West Asia war, US Vice President JD Vance said future nuclear deal talks with Iran depend on Tehran&rsquo;s willingness to commit. After stalled negotiations in Pakistan, the US emphasised the need for assurances on nuclear weapons.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: No deal yet as JD Vance says Iran must commit to nuclear weapons
Amid the West Asia war, US Vice President JD Vance said future nuclear deal talks with Iran depend on Tehran&rsquo;s willingness to commit. After stalled negotiations in Pakistan, the US emphasised the need for assurances on nuclear weapons.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US President Donald Trump criticised Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni for her unwillingness to help in the Iran war, in an interview published Tuesday. We are closing the blog now

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