Iran declared the 60-day deadline for nuclear negotiations 'irrelevant' amid stalled JCPOA revival talks
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West Asia war highlights: Trump threatens Oman as it works with Iran on Strait of Hormuz deal
Iran dismissed the 60-day deadline for nuclear talks as irrelevant while Houthi rebels attacked a Saudi military vessel and four boats in the Red Sea. Meanwhile, former US President Trump threatened Oman over its reported cooperation with Iran on a Strait of Hormuz deal. These developments escalate tensions in West Asia, impacting global energy security and maritime trade routes critical for India's oil imports.
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Yemen's Houthi rebels targeted a Saudi military vessel and four accompanying boats in the Red Sea
Former US President Donald Trump threatened Oman over its alleged cooperation with Iran on Strait of Hormuz deal
Strait of Hormuz handles ~20% of global oil trade; critical for India's energy security
Escalation in Red Sea and Hormuz threatens maritime chokepoints vital for international shipping
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