September 25, 2026

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US reinstates blockades on Iranian ports, imposes 20% charge on Strait of Hormuz traffic

** The US has reimposed a blockade on Iranian ports and introduced a 20% charge on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz, citing national security concerns and escalating tensions with Iran. The move is expected to have significant implications for global trade and the regional economy, with many experts warning of a potential humanitarian crisis and increased instability in the Middle East.

US-Iran deal fails to secure freedom of navigation in Strait of Hormuz

The US-Iran deal has been criticized for failing to secure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway that carries 20% of the world's oil and 50% of the world's liquefied natural gas, posing a significant risk to global energy stability and regional security.

India, Afghanistan agree to form Joint Working Group to promote agricultural cooperation

India and Afghanistan have taken a significant step towards strengthening their bilateral ties by forming a Joint Working Group to promote cooperation in agriculture and livestock, with the goal of improving food security, agricultural production, and livelihoods of farmers in both countries.