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US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: 'Won’t tolerate' - After Trump, US treasury secy warns Oman over Hormuz toll, working with Iran

US and Iranian negotiators have reportedly agreed on a 60-day memorandum of understanding aimed at extending the ceasefire and starting talks on Iran’s nuclear programme, according to Axios.

However, US President Donald Trump is yet to give final approval to the deal, Axios reported, citing two US officials and a regional source involved in the mediation efforts.

This comes as tensions in the Middle East intensified on Thursday after Iranian media reported fresh confrontations in and around the Strait of Hormuz, including warning shots fired at vessels and an alleged exchange of fire between US and Iranian forces near Bandar Abbas.

Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency reported that four vessels attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz and enter the Persian Gulf were forced to turn back after allegedly failing to coordinate with Iranian authorities. According to an 'informed military source' cited by Tasnim, Iranian naval forces initially issued warnings before firing warning shots when the vessels ignored instructions.

In another development, Tasnim claimed that the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps navy fired on a US tanker that allegedly attempted to transit the strategic waterway with its radar system switched off. Iranian media further reported that US forces responded by firing at a 'scorched area' near Bandar Abbas, with explosions reportedly heard in the port city. Iranian authorities said there were no casualties or property damage.

The incidents came shortly after the United States Treasury Department added Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority to its sanctions list. The body had been created by Tehran to manage transit requests through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil and gas chokepoints. The Trump administration said the move formed part of wider efforts to increase economic pressure on Iran during ongoing peace negotiations.

At a cabinet meeting, US President Donald Trump reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz would remain 'open to everybody', describing it as international waters. Trump also stressed that the United States would only agree to a 'great deal' with Tehran and warned that Washington could 'finish the job' if negotiations failed.

The latest developments underline the increasingly fragile state of the diplomatic process despite signals from both sides that they remain open to negotiations. The conflict, which began with US-Israeli strikes on Iran in late February, has already disrupted global energy markets and heightened fears of a broader regional war involving Lebanon and the Persian Gulf.

Meanwhile, Israel intensified operations in southern Lebanon, issuing fresh evacuation orders for residents south of the Zahrani River and warning of possible military action against Hezbollah targets. In Gaza, casualties continued to rise following fresh Israeli strikes.

Global markets remain highly sensitive to any disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, through which nearly one-fifth of the world’s oil supply normally passes. Oil prices rose again after reports of new military exchanges near the waterway, while concerns over inflation and global energy supplies continue to weigh on investors and governments worldwide.

Key developments:

• Iranian media claimed four vessels were forced to turn back after warning shots near the Strait of Hormuz.
• US imposed sanctions on Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority.
• Tasnim reported an exchange of fire between Iranian and US forces near Bandar Abbas.
• Donald Trump insisted the Strait of Hormuz would remain open and warned Iran over negotiations.
• Israel issued new evacuation orders in southern Lebanon amid intensified operations against Hezbollah.

KCET Result 2026 Live Updates: Scorecards expected to be released soon, why are KEA UGCET results delayed? keep checking the latest updates here

KCET result 2026: The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) is expected to announce the KCET Result 2026 soon on the official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. As per the latest update issued by KEA, the Undergraduate Common Entrance Test (UGCET) 2026 scorecards are likely to be released after June 1, 2026. More than 3.3 lakh students who appeared for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test are now waiting for the official result declaration and rank details.

Candidates will be able to access their KCET 2026 scorecards online by entering their application number and the first four characters of their name on the KEA portal. The result is expected to include important details such as the candidate’s name, roll number, registration number, subject-wise marks, total marks, overall rank, qualification status, category information, and remarks related to admission eligibility.

The KCET 2026 examination was conducted from April 22 to April 24, 2026, in offline pen-and-paper mode across Karnataka. The examination carried multiple-choice questions with one mark for each correct answer. KEA had earlier confirmed that there would be no negative marking in the entrance examination. The authority has also directed students to upload their qualifying examination marks on the KEA portal for the preparation of final ranks and result processing.

Once the KCET Result 2026 is declared, KEA is also expected to publish the KCET rank list and counselling schedule. Candidates whose names appear in the merit list will have to complete the document verification process before participating in counselling. After verification, students will be allowed to enter their preferred colleges and courses during the option entry round.

The KCET counselling process will continue with seat allotment, fee payment, and reporting at allotted colleges. Candidates seeking admission to engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, and other professional courses in Karnataka are advised to regularly check the official KEA website for the latest notifications related to KCET Result 2026, rank list, counselling dates, and admission procedures.

KCET Result 2026 likely after June 1

The Karnataka Examination Authority is expected to release the KCET Result 2026 shortly after June 1 on the official website. The authority has already informed students that the UGCET 2026 scorecards will be announced after June 1, bringing relief to lakhs of candidates waiting for the results.

More than 3.3 lakh candidates appeared for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test this year. Once activated, the KCET Result 2026 link will be available on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.

KCET result 2026: How candidates can check scorecards


Students will have to use their application number and the first four letters of their name to access the scorecard online.

Steps to download KCET scorecard 2026

Go to the official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
Click on the “UGCET Result” or “KCET Result 2026” link
Enter the application number and first four characters of the name
Click on the submit button
The KCET scorecard will appear on the screen
Download and save the result for future reference

Details mentioned on KCET scorecard

The KCET 2026 result is expected to carry several important details related to the examination and admission process.

The scorecard will likely mention:

Candidate’s name
Registration number
Roll number
Subject-wise marks
Total marks secured
Overall rank
Qualification status
Category details

Remarks and eligibility information

Students are advised to carefully verify all information mentioned on the scorecard after downloading it. In case of any mistake or mismatch, candidates may have to contact KEA for correction or clarification.

KCET 2026 exam was held in April

The Karnataka Common Entrance Test 2026 was conducted between April 22 and April 24 in offline mode. The examination included multiple-choice questions carrying one mark each. There was no negative marking in the test.

KEA had also instructed candidates to upload their qualifying examination marks on the official portal as part of the result preparation process.

Counselling process to begin after result declaration

After announcing the KCET Result 2026, KEA will release the rank list and counselling schedule. Students included in the merit list will have to participate in document verification before the counselling rounds begin.

Following verification, candidates will be allowed to select their preferred colleges and courses through the option entry process. The admission procedure will then move to seat allotment, fee payment, and reporting at allotted institutes.

Candidates seeking admission to engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, architecture, and other professional courses in Karnataka are advised to regularly monitor the official KEA portal for updates related to counselling and seat allotment.