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US President Donald Trump criticised Iran, calling it a 'nation of terror and hate' during a White House event, saying Tehran is paying a big price as tensions with Washington continue.

The White House says the US Navy is prepared to escort vessels through the Strait of Hormuz as tensions rise, while India intensifies diplomatic outreach to safeguard energy supplies.

Iran has allowed India-flagged tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz after talks between EAM S Jaishankar and Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

Families seek updates as 43 Tamil Nadu fishermen remain stranded in Iran, with evacuation currently not possible due to port and airport closures.

The US will release 172 million barrels of oil from its Strategic Petroleum Reserve as part of a coordinated effort by IEA nations to stabilise global energy markets.

The UN Security Council adopted a resolution cosponsored by India condemning Iran’s attacks on Gulf states, with Russia and China abstaining during the vote.

The United States has launched a Section 301 trade investigation into India and 15 other economies over alleged excess industrial capacity in sectors including steel, autos and electronics.

Iran-linked media reportedly lists offices of major US technology firms in Israel and Gulf as potential targets.

The White House confirmed President Donald Trump approved a temporary waiver allowing India to purchase Russian oil to stabilise global energy markets.

The US says it will keep the Strait of Hormuz open and protect global oil shipments as tensions with Iran raise fears of energy supply disruptions.