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Trump Pauses Threatened Military Strike on Iran, Cites Diplomatic Requests

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a temporary halt to a threatened military strike against Iran, stating the pause came following requests from Iran and other nations. Diplomatic efforts are currently underway, with mediators facilitating back-channel discussions between Washington and Tehran to work toward a deal. The decision marks a notable shift in the administration's posture toward Iran amid ongoing nuclear-related tensions. Trump is simultaneously facing growing criticism from within his own party alongside broader domestic political pressures. Global markets and allied governments are closely monitoring the situation as U.S. policy toward Iran continues to shift.

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India to Fund 50% of Deep-Sea Oil Exploration Costs Under New 5-Year Scheme

The Indian government has launched a new initiative to co-fund deepwater oil and gas exploration, covering half the drilling costs for participating companies. The scheme, aimed at boosting domestic energy production, will support 60 exploration wells over the next five years. It is designed to encourage energy firms to venture into offshore areas that were previously considered too risky or costly to explore. Shared infrastructure under the programme is expected to further reduce development expenses when new reserves are discovered. The overarching goal is to decrease India's dependence on imported crude oil and gas.