According to reports, US forces launched missile and drone strikes on several locations in Iran, including areas near Tehran, Bandar Abbas, and Isfahan. The attacks followed warnings from US leaders about growing regional threats.

Iran quickly responded through its Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The country claimed it carried out retaliatory operations targeting US-linked military facilities in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan.

Iran also announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important oil shipping routes. Authorities said commercial vessels and oil tankers would not be allowed to pass through the waterway due to security concerns.

The latest developments have increased fears of disruptions to global energy supplies and higher oil prices. Analysts warn that a prolonged conflict could affect international trade and create economic challenges for many countries.

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The Donald Trump Tariffs Halted decision came from the U.S. Court of International Trade. In a 2–1 ruling, judges said the 10% global tariffs imposed earlier this year were not properly authorised under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974. Small businesses and the state of Washington had challenged the tariffs in court.

The ruling blocks the tariffs for two import companies and Washington state, but most importers will still pay them while the government appeals the decision. Experts say the case could lead to a long legal battle over trade policy and tariff refunds.

This judgment marks another legal hurdle for Donald Trump’s tariff agenda after earlier court challenges to similar policies.

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The summit at Bharat Mandapam brought together global regulators, industry leaders, startups, and policymakers. They discussed sustainability, technology, investment opportunities, and international partnerships. The Ministry of Food Processing Industries organized key sessions.

Thirteen sessions focused on five pillars: pet food, nutraceuticals, specialty foods, alcoholic beverages, and plant-based products. States like Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Punjab, Jharkhand, and Bihar participated. Delegates from New Zealand, Vietnam, Japan, and Russia also joined the discussions.

The summit hosted the 3rd Global Food Regulators Summit by FSSAI and the 24th India International Seafood Show. PM Narendra Modi highlighted India’s strengths in diversity, demand, and scale. He said strong domestic consumption makes India a top destination for investors.

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India is also seeking the removal of the additional 25 per cent tariff on Russian oil, stressing that the country should not be singled out. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar raised concerns over “double standards” in access to energy and food supplies during the G20 Foreign Ministers’ meeting.

Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New York, emphasizing sustained engagement on trade and priority areas. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer also participated in the discussions, which focused on trade, tariffs, and broader bilateral issues.

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry described the meetings as constructive. Rubio indicated the Trump administration may reconsider the additional Russian oil tariffs on India. MEA officials reiterated that India’s stance remains firm on energy purchases and fairness, highlighting statements urging European nations to curb Russian oil imports without imposing double standards.

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