The United States has carried out a dramatic maritime interception after tracking a suspected sanctioned oil tanker across multiple oceans. American forces boarded the vessel in international waters, signalling a major escalation in how energy sanctions are enforced worldwide. Officials say the cargo was linked to restricted oil trade networks, and the operation demonstrates expanding enforcement beyond financial penalties toward direct physical interdiction.

Indian elections were talked about a lot by the foreign media. Foreign country’s close scrutiny were on the Indian elections, but why did the world have such a keen eye on the Indian elections? How India’s image has transformed in recent years on the Global stage? Is India getting powerful on the world stage? Geopolitical analyst Vasu Sharma in conversation with Katyayani Kapoor speaks on India’s changing dynamics in the world and more in this episode of Straight Talk.