Iran rejects new US economic pressure
CAIRO/WASHINGTON, D. C. : Iran has said it will resist new U.
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Iran rice trade to continue despite US sanctions, Indian exporters rely on alternate routes: IREF
New Delhi [India], August 26 (ANI): Indian rice exports to the Middle East have remained resilient despite the economic crisis in Iran, with exporters saying trade with the country is likely to continue uninterrupted as shipments are increasingly routed through alternative destinations amid US sanctions.
Indian benchmark indices open mixed as Brent slips to USD 86 amid hopes of Hormuz progress
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 26 (ANI): Indian benchmark indices opened on a mixed note on Wednesday, as Brent crude slipped to around USD 86 per barrel amid hopes of progress around the Strait of Hormuz. The Sensex opened higher, surging over 200 points, while the Nifty held above the 24,300 level. The Sensex opened at 77,892.
Sanctioned Iranian Oil Tankers 'Stranded' Near Sri Lankan Coast
New posts 12:39 11 Sanctioned Iranian Oil Tankers 'Stranded' Near Sri Lankan Coast Sri Lanka is monitoring a fleet of 11 Iranian oil tankers under US sanctions near the island's southern coast, the country's foreign minister, Vijitha Herath, said on August 26.
Opinion: Squeezing Iran, Spilling the Costs
Opinion: Washington has branded its latest sanctions campaign against Iran an "Economic D-Day," betting tighter financial isolation can force Tehran to yield. Yet history suggests that economic warfare and maximum pressure provide no solution; instead, they only deepen tensions and increase the risk of spillover. The harder the squeeze, the greater the disruption to the global economic and financial order.
Iran war drives US farmers into worst crisis in 40 years - FT
Diesel and fertilizer costs have soared due to the conflict, with growers projected to lose $31 billion this year US grain farmers have been plunged into their worst financial crisis in four decades as the war with Iran drives up diesel and fertilizer costs, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday.
Iran war drives US farmers into worst crisis in 40 years FT
Diesel and fertilizer costs have soared due to the conflict, with growers projected to lose $31 billion this year US grain farmers have been plunged into their worst financial crisis in four decades as the war with Iran drives up diesel and fertilizer costs, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday. The latest price shock compounds years of weak crop prices and falling incomes.
"Not open tomorrow": Iran Deputy FM says temporary Oman route isn't Strait of Hormuz reopening
Tehran [Iran], August 26 (ANI): Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi said the temporary maritime route agreed with Oman does not mean the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that 'militarily, the Strait of Hormuz is closed,' as reported by ISNA.
Ghalibaf targets US Treasury Secy Bessent over 'Economic D-Day' sanctions
Tehran [Iran], August 26 (ANI): Iran's parliamentary speaker and chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf targeted US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent over Washington's latest sanctions campaign against Iran, highlighting the concept of 'Economic D-Day' used by the US administration. In a post on X on Tuesday, Ghalibaf singled out Bessent and said, 'Him: 'Economic D-Day.
"Not open tomorrow": Iran FM says temporary Oman route isn't Strait of Hormuz reopening
Tehran [Iran], August 26 (ANI): Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi said the temporary maritime route agreed with Oman does not mean the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that 'militarily, the Strait of Hormuz is closed,' as reported by ISNA.
US pitches blockade relief to Iran in high-stakes deal conveyed via Asim Munir
Tehran [Iran], August 25 (ANI): The United States has delivered a proposed diplomatic deal to Iran offering to lift blockades and economic sanctions in exchange for Tehran reopening the vital Strait of Hormuz and halting attacks carried out by its regional proxies, reported Al Arabiya English.
World Insights: Can "Economic D-Day" force Iran into concessions?
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Dry bulk freight rates surge 36% to three-year high amid Iran war, higher oil prices: BoB Report
New Delhi [India], August 25 (ANI): Dry bulk freight rates surged around 36 per cent between February and July 2026, reaching their highest level in three years, amid higher international oil prices, geopolitical tensions and robust demand for commodities, according to a report by Bank of Baroda Research.
US adds four Indian companies to Iran sanctions list
The companies allegedly traded Iranian oil and oil products, as the US tries to strangle Irans economy The US sanctioned four Indian companies on Monday for allegedly trading in Iranian petroleum and petrochemical products.
US adds more Indian companies to Iran sanctions list
The companies allegedly traded Iranian oil and oil products, as the US tries to strangle Irans economy The US sanctioned four Indian companies on Monday for allegedly trading in Iranian petroleum and petrochemical products.
US' "Operation Economic Outcast" includes four India-based companies over alleged Iran links
Washington DC [US], August 25 (ANI): The United States has sanctioned four India-based companies over their alleged involvement in Iran-related petroleum and petrochemical trade and procurement networks, according to a release by the US State Department.
US targets Iran with new sanctions, tells countries to cut ties
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Netanyahu says Trump, Bessent "justly exact a steep price" from Iran with latest sanctions
Tel Aviv [Israel], August 25 (ANI): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised US President Donald Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent over the latest sanctions against Iran, saying they 'justly exact a steep price' from Tehran and those supporting its actions.
US imposes sanctions on nearly 60 entities, individuals and vessels linked to Iran's military activities, oil trade
Washington DC [US], August 25 (ANI): The United States on Monday (local time) imposed sanctions on nearly 60 entities, individuals and vessels over their alleged links to Iran's military activities, procurement networks and petroleum and petrochemical trade, under 'Operation Economic Outcast', according to the US State Department.
"No one is above the reach of US sanctions": Treasury Secretary Bessent signals China not exempt over Iran ties
Washington DC [US], August 25 (ANI): US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Monday (local time) signalled that China would not be exempt from potential US sanctions over economic ties with Iran, while stopping short of directly confirming whether Chinese banks would be targeted, CNN reported. 'No one is above the reach of US sanctions,' Bessent said while addressing a press conference on Monday.