Trump Putin Call: An important phone conversation took place between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday. In this conversation which lasted for about 55 minutes, many international issues including Russia-Ukraine war, Iran-America agreement and relations between the two countries were discussed. Kremlin advisor Yuri Ushakov gave information about the conversation.

Discussion on ending Ukraine war

According to Kremlin adviser Yuri Ushakov, the two leaders spoke at length on the issue of ending the Russia-Ukraine war. During this, President Donald Trump said that it is very important to end the ongoing war in Ukraine and he is ready to provide all possible help in ending this conflict.

Gave information about Iran-America agreement

During the conversation, Donald Trump told Vladimir Putin that the agreement between America and Iran is almost finalized. Expressing satisfaction over this, Putin said that this could end the long-running tension between the two countries. According to the report, America’s special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner may also visit Russia soon.

Putin congratulated Trump on his birthday

During the phone conversation, Russian President Vladimir Putin also congratulated US President Donald Trump on his 80th birthday. It is being told that Trump was impressed by the fact that Putin was the first foreign leader to wish him happy birthday at the White House.

Remembered the cooperation during World War II

During the conversation, Trump also recalled the cooperation between America and Russia during World War II. He said that that period of cooperation between the two countries is an important part of history and should never be forgotten.

Three killed in Israeli air strike on Beirut

Meanwhile, on Sunday, Israel carried out an air attack on Lebanon’s capital Beirut. Three people died in this attack, while 15 others were injured.

Due to tension with Iran, the prices of jet fuel (airplane fuel) are increasing rapidly. This is affecting American airlines. They are having to cancel some flights and increase ticket prices. On this issue, there was a heated debate in the US Congress regarding the government’s energy policy and cuts in alternative fuel schemes. In a Senate hearing, Senator Maria Cantwell questioned Energy Minister Chris Wright about rising prices and the government’s decision to reduce support for sustainable aviation fuel.

Cantwell said that the news was published on the front page of the Seattle Times that flights were being canceled due to expensive fuel. He also said that Alaska Airlines may have to spend hundreds of millions of dollars more on fuel this quarter. Airlines have already announced cuts to their spring schedules as rising fuel costs are becoming difficult to handle. According to industry data, the price of jet fuel was around $100 a barrel at the end of last year, rising above $200 this month, although it came down slightly later.

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attributed to government policies

Cantwell blamed government policies for the pressure on airlines. He criticized cutting tax breaks to promote sustainable aviation fuel. He urged the administration to support efforts to reduce dependence on Middle East oil. “Let’s go out of our way to diversify our fuel sources, so we’re not so dependent on Middle East oil,” Cantwell said. Wright said high prices are a concern, but he defended the administration’s approach. He said, absolutely, and I also believe the same. I will say that it is disappointing to see energy prices a little higher right now. Still, they are significantly lower than prices four years ago. Cantwell disagreed. He said, there is no one in the North-West region who thinks that what is happening right now is right; Especially not when they wake up in the morning and see that airlines are canceling flights due to high fuel costs.

Diesel and petrol both expensive

US Energy Minister Chris Wright said that alternative fuels are still expensive and the infrastructure required for them is also limited. He said that the high cost of sustainable aviation fuel and limited supply networks are also playing a role in increasing prices. Cantwell believes that government support is necessary to advance new technologies. If incentives are reduced, the development of new energy technologies in the aviation sector may slow down. This dispute is happening at a time when fuel prices are increasing across the economy. Both diesel and petrol have become expensive, due to which the cost of travel and transportation is increasing. Airlines are now recovering these increased costs from passengers through ticketing and other charges. If fuel prices remain high like this then more problems may be seen in future.

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Dollar vs Rupee: Due to tensions related to Iran, the Indian Rupee is under heavy pressure and it has reached near the level of 94. On Wednesday, the third trading day of the week, while on one hand the stock market opened with strength, on the other hand the rupee continued to fall. In early trade, the rupee fell by 20 paise to reach 93.96 against the US dollar.

Why is the rupee falling?

Investors’ concerns have increased due to continuous withdrawal of foreign capital. Forex traders say that the fall in global crude oil prices, slight weakness in the dollar and strong start of the domestic stock market have limited the fall of the rupee to some extent. However, the rupee remains under pressure due to uncertainties related to the West Asia crisis and selling by foreign investors.

In the Interbank Foreign Exchange Market, the rupee opened at 93.94 per dollar, which shows a decline of 18 paise from the previous closing price. A day earlier i.e. on Tuesday, the rupee had fallen by 23 paise and closed at 93.76. Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the US dollar’s position against six major currencies, fell 0.15 per cent to 99.28.

strength in stock market

Strength was seen in the domestic stock market. BSE Sensex rose 1,161.61 points or 1.57 percent to 75,230.06, while Nifty rose 372.85 points or 1.63 percent to 23,285.25. Internationally, the price of Brent crude fell by 4.4 percent to $ 99.89 per barrel. According to stock market data, foreign institutional investors sold shares worth Rs 8,009.56 crore on Tuesday.

According to Anil Kumar Bhansali, Head of Treasury and Executive Director, Finrex Treasury Advisors LLP, there is pressure on the rupee due to withdrawal of foreign capital and strengthening of the US dollar. He told that in this month alone the rupee has fallen by about 4.5 percent and in the near future it may remain in the range of 93.65 to 94.25.

Whenever the rupee depreciates, it has a direct negative impact on the economy. This increases inflationary pressure, because imported goods become expensive. Apart from this, GDP growth rate is also affected. Besides, the possibility of increase in trade deficit also increases due to increase in import bill.

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West Asia Tensions: The global impact of the ongoing tension in the Middle East is being seen. This is also having a direct impact on those Indians who work in Gulf countries and send money to their families after earning from there. However, despite the fierce fighting going on in West Asia, these NRIs do not want to return back to India.

According to recruitment experts, these workers want to keep their jobs safe. Also, they want to continue providing financial help to the families living in their country. At present, these workers are getting wages on time, but if this war related to Iran prolongs, then they may face a big crisis and their jobs may also be in danger.

Why don’t Indians want to return?

According to Economic Times, Apna.co CEO Kartik Narayan says that Indian blue-collar workers earn between Rs 30 thousand to Rs 1 lakh every month in Gulf countries. At the same time, in India they get only about half the income. This is the reason why migrant workers are attracted towards these countries.

He said that about 90 lakh Indians are employed in blue-collar jobs in the Gulf countries, who are engaged in construction, oil, service sector and other labour-intensive work.

What could be the impact?

According to Fahran Azmi, founder of Futures Staffing Solutions, a company that sends people for work in Gulf countries, many workers have been asked to go on precautionary leave.

It is noteworthy that the joint attack by America and Israel on Iran and the subsequent retaliatory action by Tehran has increased the tension in the entire region. After this, there have been reports of drone attacks by Iran on America’s West Asian allies like UAE, Qatar, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.

As of Wednesday, this conflict has entered the 19th day. In such a situation, experts have expressed apprehension that if this war continues for a long time, it may affect the jobs and income of millions of Indians working in Gulf countries.

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Iran War: Due to increasing tensions in the Middle East and possible disruption in the transit route of the Strait of Hormuz, concerns about the supply of crude oil have increased. If the supply through this sea route is disrupted, a major disruption can be seen in the global energy market. In such a situation, the question is arising that what effect will this have on India? According to news agency Bhasha, India has about 40–45 days of crude oil reserves available to meet its needs. According to the assessment of energy market analysis firm Kpler, India has about 100 million barrels of commercial crude oil stock. This includes the reserves of refineries, underground Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) and oil loaded in ships coming towards India.

India has enough reserves

India imports about 88 percent of its total crude oil requirement. More than half of total imports come from West Asia, much of which passes through the Strait of Hormuz. On an average, India imports about 50 lakh barrels of crude oil per day, out of which about 25 lakh barrels per day comes through this route. Sumit Ritolia, principal research analyst at Kpler, says that if oil supplies from West Asia stop temporarily, the immediate impact will be on the supply system and prices.

However, refineries generally maintain commercial reserves and the arrival of oil carriers that have already departed may provide short-term relief. But if the disruption lasts longer, pressure will increase due to import costs, transportation expenses and procurement from alternative sources. The price of global oil standard Brent crude has crossed $ 80 per barrel, which is about 10 percent more than the level before the Iran crisis.

Why is the Strait of Hormuz important?

India had spent $137 billion on crude oil imports in the last financial year. In the April to January period of the current financial year alone, $100.4 billion has been spent on importing 206.3 million tonnes of crude oil. The Strait of Hormuz is an approximately 33 kilometer wide sea route, which connects the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea. About one-third of the world’s seaborne crude oil exports and about 20 percent of the global gas supply pass through this route.

Analysts believe that if needed, India can compensate for the shortage by taking additional supplies from West Africa, Latin America, America and Russia. According to experts, the biggest risk at present is more from price fluctuations and increase in the import bill than physical shortage. However, if the disruption remains severe and prolonged, it could lead to a significant increase in India’s oil import bill and broader economic pressures.

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During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Israel, America, taking an important strategic step, has deployed its state-of-the-art F-22 Raptor fighter planes in Israel for the first time. This step has been taken at a time when tension regarding Iran has increased in the region.

According to reports, 11 American F-22 Raptor jets have been landed at Ovda Air Base in the Negev Desert of Israel. This is being seen as a strategy to put pressure on Iran. Experts believe that this deployment could also be a sign of preparation for possible military action.

Features of F-22 Raptor

It is being told that for the first time in history, America has deployed its fighter aircraft on Israeli soil for the purpose of direct operations or possible war-oriented missions without any joint exercise or training program. This step also reflects the deepening strategic cooperation between America and Israel. F-22 Raptor is the fifth generation stealth fighter jet, which is counted among the most lethal and advanced fighter jets in the world. Its specialty is its state-of-the-art stealth technology, supercruise capability and advanced weapon system, which enables it to carry out precise attacks while avoiding enemy radar.

It is noteworthy that America has neither exported this aircraft to Israel nor to any other NATO country, which further increases its strategic importance. This development is being seen in the context of the changing geopolitical circumstances of West Asia, where tensions remain constant between America, Israel and Iran.

PM Modi will address Israel’s Parliament

During his visit, PM Modi will talk with his counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu. Will address the Israeli Parliament (Knesset) and interact with the Indian expatriate community. In his statement before leaving for Israel visit, the Prime Minister said that India and Israel share a strong and multi-dimensional strategic partnership, which has seen remarkable growth and progress.

In a major change in its strategic deployment, the US Navy has removed the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group from the Indo-Pacific region and now deployed it in the Middle East. After this step, the stir in international politics has intensified and it is being speculated that US President Donald Trump may order military action against Iran. This deployment has taken place at a time when global pressure is continuously increasing regarding anti-government protests in Iran and relations between America and Iran are already extremely tense.

USS Abraham Lincoln, known as CVN-72, is a Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier. It leads the US Navy’s Carrier Strike Group-3. It is counted among the most powerful naval forces in the world. On 19 January this strike group passed through the Strait of Malacca. During this time, three state-of-the-art Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyers were deployed for its protection, which include USS Frank E. Petersen Jr, USS Spruance and USS Michael Murphy. The American Central Command i.e. CENTCOM has described this deployment as a step taken with the aim of maintaining regional security and stability in the Middle East.

Sailors aboard USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) perform routine maintenance as the aircraft carrier sails in the Indian Ocean, Jan. 26. The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is currently deployed to the Middle East to promote regional security and stability. pic.twitter.com/dkuN946hce

— US Central Command (@CENTCOM) January 26, 2026

Trump administration increased pressure on Iran

President Donald Trump has linked this military gathering to the ongoing nationwide protests and human rights violations in Iran. Anti-government protests have been going on in Iran since December, in which claims of thousands of deaths and arrests are being made, although the Iranian government has been vehemently denying these figures. Trump had said while talking to the media that a huge naval force of America is moving towards that area and it is possible that it may not have to be used, but America is fully prepared for every situation. This statement is being seen as America’s show of force policy, which includes both military pressure and strategic uncertainty.

Pentagon increased military activities

With the deployment of USS Abraham Lincoln, the Pentagon has further strengthened its military presence around Iran. Additional fighter aircraft have been deployed in the area and logistics support has also been increased through military cargo flights. With this, air strikes, precise missile strikes and strong deterrence options have become available to America.

Iran’s warning and growing concern in the Middle East

Iran has reacted strongly to the American deployment and warned that if any military attack is made on it, its response will be decisive and harsh. After this warning, concerns have increased throughout the Middle East regarding oil supply, security of sea routes and regional stability.

Is the path to diplomacy still open?

Despite the tense situation, America has indicated that the option of talks has not been completely closed yet. A senior American official has said that Iran knows very well what the conditions for talks will be and now it is up to Tehran to decide.

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US Iran Tensions: Amidst the increasing geopolitical tension in Iran, private aviation company Indigo has taken a major decision as a precautionary measure. The company informed on Sunday that in view of the current situation, it has canceled its flight services to Tbilisi (Georgia) and Almaty (Kazakhstan). According to Indigo, on January 25, all scheduled flights going from Delhi to Tbilisi and Mumbai to Almaty and returning from there have been cancelled. This decision has been taken keeping the safety of passengers and crew as priority.

impact of iran tension

In a statement issued on social media platform ‘X’, IndiGo said that it is continuously monitoring the recent developments in Iran and its surrounding areas. Due to security reasons, the company has made temporary changes in its flight timetable. Under this, on January 26, some flights coming to and from Tbilisi, Almaty, Baku (Azerbaijan) and Tashkent (Uzbekistan) can stop for a short time in Doha (Qatar) for refueling.

The airline also clarified that this step is purely precautionary and the services will be reviewed once the situation becomes normal. Passengers have been advised to check the flight status before their journey and keep an eye on IndiGo’s official website or social media handles for any updates.

Fear of turning into military conflict

It is noteworthy that the tension between Iran and America is continuously increasing and it is feared that this situation may turn into a major military conflict. Due to this geopolitical uncertainty, international airlines are making changes in their routes and operations, so that there is no compromise on the safety of passengers.

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