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June 22 WHAT Operation Midnight Hammer was a U.S. military operation conducted on June 21, 2025, targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. The operation is followed by US's ally Israel's recent war with Iran. Israel is bombing Iran's uranium enrichment facilities to stop it from developing nuclear weapons. Israel has launched it's operation against Israel known as Operation True Promise. Click here to know about it. Execution Details The operation...
June 22 SUMMARY The potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz, as reportedly approved by Iran's parliament, could significantly impact India's oil supply, though mitigation strategies and diversified import sources may cushion the blow. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint through which approximately 20% of global oil and 25% of liquefied natural gas (LNG) flows, including about 40% of India’s crude oil imports (roughly 2 million barrels per day out of 5.5 million bpd) and over 50% of its LNG imports....
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June 18 SUMMARY The Iran-Israel-Iran conflict escalated on June 13, 2025, with Israel launching airstrikes on Iranian nuclear and military sites, killing 585 (including 239 civilians) and wounding 1,326 (Human Rights Activists, June 18, 2025). Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on Israeli cities, causing 24 deaths and 592 injuries. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint, with fears of closure disrupting 40% of India’s oil imports from West Asia. Oil prices surged 12% to $78 per barrel on June 13, later stabilizing...
June 17 WHAT? On June 16, 2025, Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announced that India may be on the verge of a transformative oil and gas discovery in the Andaman Sea, with reserves potentially rivaling those of Guyana, a South American nation that recently struck massive oil wealth. Speaking to ANI and other media outlets, Puri expressed optimism about ongoing exploration efforts, describing the Andaman region as holding the potential for “several Guyanas.” This development could...
June 14 SUMMARY The article from The Economic Times, dated June 13, 2025, highlights the potential economic repercussions for India due to the escalating Iran-Israel conflict. Key impacts Energy Security: India, heavily reliant on oil imports (over 80% of its crude oil comes from the Middle East), faces risks of supply disruptions and price spikes. Brent crude prices surged past $75 following Israeli strikes on Iran, directly affecting India’s import bill. Remittances: Around 9-10...
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