Indian crew airlifted from burning Iran-bound tanker struck by US jet in Gulf of Oman Crew of unladen oil tanker reported fire on Monday afternoon and requested immediate evacuation The Independent UK · Jun 9
Trump confirms US Apache helicopter was shot down by Iran and threatens ‘response’ to attack President vows to respond ‘out of necessity’ after reporting that two service members on the helicopter are ‘safe and uninjured’ The Independent UK · Jun 9
Did Donald Trump ask Netanyahu not strike Iran? US President clarifies his position US President Donald Trump stated he urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to end hostilities with Iran quickly, not to refrain from retaliation. Trump expressed confidence a nuclear deal with Tehran could be reached within days, suggesting both nations agreed to halt recent exchanges of attacks. The Times of India · Jun 9
Trump favorites face do-or-die moment at the ballot box in South Carolina Republican contenders have trumpeted their loyalty to President Donald Trump, who has remained popular in the state despite some nationwide wavering as the war with Iran continues The Independent UK · Jun 9
Tehran launches retaliatory attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait – as it happened This blog has now closed The Guardian - AU · Jun 9
Fragile Ceasefire Pause as Iran and Israel Renew Attacks While Trump Warns Netanyahu He Is On His Own Iran and Israel have paused direct strikes, easing Middle East tensions. Despite the ceasefire, both nations warn of potential renewed conflict if the fragile calm is disrupted. International Business Times UK · Jun 9
Trump claims there are no more ‘sticking points’ in Iran peace talks IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 9
India's May fuel consumption up 2.4%; LPG demand drops 20% amid Hormuz disruptions India's fuel consumption rose to 19.93 million metric tons in May, a slight increase from April but a 6.5% drop year-on-year. Liquefied petroleum gas consumption plummeted by approximately 20% due to shipping disruptions and sanctions impacting Iranian imports. Gasoline sales declined, while diesel consumption saw an increase. The Economic Times · Jun 9
Pilots 'fine' after US helicopter crashes near strait The pilots of a US Army Apache helicopter that went down near the Strait of Hormuz are safe, President Donald Trump says. AAP · Jun 9
A menacing message: Why Iran's latest strikes against Israel are different and have set off alarm bells Iran's recent missile and drone strikes on Israel, though militarily minor, signal a significant strategic shift. Tehran now views attacks on its proxy as direct assaults, expanding its red lines and increasing regional risks. This move aims to bolster its credibility with allies and leverage in diplomatic talks, potentially normalizing… The Times of India · Jun 9
Trump and Netanyahu at odds over Iran war? Israeli envoy says 'sometimes lovers have a spat' Despite reports of intensified tensions between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu, Israel's ambassador downplayed a rift, likening it to a "lover's spat." Trump reportedly warned Netanyahu against expanding military operations against Iran, urging restraint to avoid isolation. While the US and Israel collaborated on earlier strikes, differences emerged over… The Times of India · Jun 9
Trump says Iran peace deal just 2-3 days away US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he was in the "final throes" of reaching a Middle East peace deal. "We're in the final throes of what will be a very, very good deal," he told reporters on his return from an NBA Finals game. The Economic Times · Jun 9
The Conversation · Jun 9 Iran dragged out the 1979 hostage crisis to humiliate the US. It may try to do the same to Trump now The weekend exchange of strikes between Iran and Israel has put US President Donald Trump under even more domestic and international pressure to end the unpopular war he launched with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu more than three months ago.
The Economic Times · Jun 9 Fitch cuts FY27 growth projection to 6.4%; US-Iran war to slow down economy Fitch Ratings has reduced India's GDP growth projection to 6.4 percent for the current fiscal year. The US-Iran war is expected to slow economic activity in the September and December quarters. Rising prices will dampen consumer spending. For FY28, growth is expected to pick up to 6.7 percent. Fitch also…
The Economic Times · Jun 9 The US and Israel can't hide their differences on Iran A dispute between Israel and Iran over the scope of a ceasefire is escalating military tensions, threatening US President Trump's efforts to end the war. Iran views Hezbollah as a tool, contributing to regional instability and the Oct. 7 attacks. Netanyahu faces a difficult choice regarding action against Hezbollah, with…
International Business Times UK · Jun 9 UK Unemployment Set to Reach Highest Level Since 2015 as Iran Conflict Adds Pressure to Economy The Confederation of British Industry forecasts UK unemployment to rise to 5.5%, the highest since 2015, due to rising costs, weaker growth, and global instability.
The Economic Times · Jun 9 Silver prices fall Rs 2,500/kg, gold at Rs 1.54 lakh/10 gm as investors assess Israel-Iran war tensions. What should you do? Gold and silver prices opened lower on MCX Tuesday, influenced by a fragile Israel-Iran ceasefire and inflation concerns. Traders are closely watching Middle East developments and the prospect of higher interest rates. International spot gold remained steady, while silver saw a decline
The Times of India · Jun 9 US army Apache gunship goes down near Strait of Hormuz: Report A US military Apache helicopter went down near the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday amidst escalating tensions with Iran. The incident occurred following a significant military campaign launched by Donald Trump's administration against the Iranian regime. The exact cause of the crash, whether enemy action or mechanical failure, remains unconfirmed.
AAP · Jun 9 China's exports grow 19 per cent, data beat forecasts China's exports grew 19.4 per cent in May from a year earlier, accelerating despite the Iran war.
AAP · Jun 9 IEP - Record Conflicts Drive Peace to Historic Low as AI warfare surges LONDON, June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2026 Global Peace Index (GPI), released today by the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP), reveals a world struggling with the economic consequences of a record-high number of conflicts that are increasingly interconnected and difficult to resolve. This deterioration is driven by a…
The Economic Times · Jun 9 US Army Apache helicopter crashes near Strait of Hormuz: Report A U.S. Army Apache helicopter gunship crashed near the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, with both crew members safely rescued. The cause of the incident remains unclear, with possibilities including Iranian fire, mechanical failure, or another issue. Reuters has not yet verified the report.
The Independent UK · Jun 9 Iran-US war latest: Iran attacks US bases across three Gulf allies after Trump renews strikes on Tehran US military says nearly all drones fired towards Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain have been intercepted