Trump says U.S. Navy could escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz
The Hindu
Trump announces U.S. Navy's readiness to escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions with Iran.
President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (March 3, 2026) the U.S. Navy was ready to escort oil tankers through a crucial Gulf shipping route, as he justified his war on Iran by saying he believed Tehran was about to strike first.
Mr. Trump has given often conflicting explanations for the joint U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran, while the President who once campaigned to end to America's West Asian wars has set out no firm endgame.
The attacks and Iran's fiery response have engulfed the West Asia -- while also causing global economic turmoil as shipping avoids the Strait of Hormuz near Iran, one of the world's most vital shipping lanes.
Mr. Trump, whose own boasts of economic revival are now also under threat ahead of midterm elections later this year, moved to calm the jitters by saying U.S. warships could help.
"If necessary, the United States Navy will begin escorting tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, as soon as possible," Mr. Trump said on his Truth Social platform.
The U.S. president also ordered Washington to provide insurance for commercial shipping. U.S. stocks cut their losses after the announcement, although crude prices continued to rise.
Siddaramaiah dismisses spying allegations by R. Ashok and H.D. Kumaraswamy as baseless claims from a desperate opposition.
D.K. Shivakumar calls on Karnataka MPs to pressure Centre for Almatti dam height approval amid Andhra Pradesh's opposition.
States, stakeholders urged to adopt energy saving initiatives of Mission LiFE
Congress leaders in Puducherry strategize for 2026 Assembly polls, forming committees and preparing for alliance negotiations.
Modi praises Canadian PM Carney's visit, highlighting strengthened ties and key agreements on uranium, minerals, and economic partnership.
NATO welcomes Macron's nuclear expansion, emphasising collaboration while maintaining France's independent nuclear strategy amidst shifting European defence dynamics.
Karnataka HC orders state to create a policy ensuring accurate, current content on government websites to enhance public trust.
Supreme Court affirms IBC's priority on speed and creditor-driven decisions over extensive judicial review in insolvency matters.
Student and community leaders in Vijayawada urge government action to combat the rising drug menace near educational institutions.
Congress and DMK fail to finalise seat-sharing agreement, as both parties remain firm on their demands for the Tamil Nadu elections.
NHAI begins partial removal of the median at TVS Tollgate bus stop to alleviate traffic congestion and improve vehicle flow.
Mamata Banerjee champions secularism amid Suvendu Adhikari's Hindutva push, highlighting the political divide ahead of Bengal Assembly polls.
Meta removes social media accounts of Jammu and Kashmir news outlets, raising concerns over censorship and freedom of expression.