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New DelhiUpdated: Jul 4, 2026 11:57 PM IST Vehicles and tents are seen at the base camp at the foot of the Chinese side of the peak of Mount Qomolangma, also known as Mount Everest, in southwestern China's Tibet Autonomous Region. (AP/ File) India is seeking to recover the body of a climber known as “Green Boots” from the upper slopes of Mount Everest, nearly 30 years after the mountaineer died on the world’s largest peak. The origins of a grim mountaineering legend Since 1996, Green Boots has become a part of Everest lore, and the body has become a landmark for mountain climbers who tackle the north-east ridge track on Mount Everest, which can be accessed from the northern route in Tibet.It is named after lime-coloured Koflach boots, The Guardian reported. India activates special recovery operations The paramilitary force, Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), has initiated the procedure of hiring high-altitude recovery specialists in order to recover the body of Dorje Morup, widely known as Green Boots, from Everest’s northern route, AP reported. The fatal blizzard of May 1996 During a six-member ITBP expedition to Everest in May 1996, weather conditions deteriorated near the summit, and three climbers of the expedition returned to the base, but the other three climbers, including Morup, continued the ascent. All three climbers died in the storm that claimed eight lives in total and was one of the deadliest disasters on Everest at the time, AP reported.Story continues below this ad Resting place in the perilous death zone The bright green mountaineering boots that Morup wore lie in the Everest’s “death zone” above 8,000 metres. Morup’s Green Boots has reportedly served as a landmark for Everest climbers on the northeast route, but the ITBP’s recovery mission means his body may finally be heading home. International and geopolitical challenges to repatriation However, it remains unclear who will carry out the recovery of the body, whether it’ll be done by an Indian, Nepali, or Chinese team. According to Pemba Sherpa, founder of the Kathmandu-based Xtreme Climbers Treks and Expedition, “It is not impossible to retrieve the body from Everest, but the first challenge is getting permission from the Chinese officials and then only can they proceed to bring the body down,” AP reported.Story continues below this ad Since Mount Everest was first conquered in 1953, about 350 people have died climbing the world’s tallest peak. The Express Global Desk at indianexpress.com which delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Global Desk adheres to The Indian Express’ editorial standards, relying on official data, government notifications, court documents, and on-record sources. The desk prioritises clarity, accuracy, and accountability, ensuring readers can navigate complex global systems with confidence. Core Team The Express Global Desk is led by a team of experienced journalists and editors with deep expertise in international affairs and migration policy: Aniruddha Dhar – Senior Assistant Editor with extensive experience in global affairs, international politics, and editorial leadership. Nischai Vats – Deputy Copy Editor specialising in US politics, US visa and immigration policy, and policy-driven international co

New DelhiJul 2, 2026 08:57 PM IST Oil tanker HELGA is moored at one of Iraqs southern offshore oil terminals near Basra as it prepares to load crude oil, becoming the second vessel to arrive since the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. (Photo: Reuters) The Iranian state media on Wednesday reported that a foreign-flagged cargo ship got stuck in the Strait of Hormuz after ignoring the Iranian administration’s instructions and claimed that the vessel was using a “US-suggested route” instead of the route laid out by Tehran’s Revolutionary Guard. State television highlights severity of the grounding According to IRIB’s report, which is affiliated with the Revolutionary Guard (IRGC), the incident took place after the cargo ship “deviated from the designated shipping route” and highlighted that it’s “an incident even worse than sinking”.“A foreign container ship, because of choosing a route other than the one designated under the Iranian order, has run aground in the Strait of Hormuz,” AP reported, citing a state TV news anchor. Strategic implications for global energy logistics The IRGC has continued to reiterate its warnings to the vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz that they must follow the track designated by the Iranian navy in the strategic waterway, and by that, asserting the claim that the Islamic Republic controls the strait, which is responsible for 20 percent of global oil and gas supply, AP reported. Independent verification of the stranded vessel However, in contrast to Iranian claims, the ship tracking data from TankerTrackers, a company that tracks oil shipments at sea, showed the foreign-flagged cargo ship stuck in Hormuz was a container ship, Arista, and the data was based on the vessel’s location, shape and other details, AP reported. Registration discrepancies and false flag operations Arista was reportedly flying a false flag on the vessel linked to the East African island nation of Comoros, which, according to the AP report, was last year known as the Panama-flagged Gauja. Treasury sanctions and enforcement interventions The US Treasury Department had included the tanker in its sanctioned list and described it as a network that had been “generating tens of billions of dollars in profit” for Tehran’s ruling administration.Story continues below this ad The Tanker Tracker data also showed that Arista has been under sanctions “since last summer” in the US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). The Express Global Desk at indianexpress.com which delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Global Desk adheres to The Indian Express’ editorial standards, relying on official data, government notifications, court documents, and on-record sources. The desk prioritises clarity, accuracy, and accountability, ensuring readers can navigate complex global systems with confidence. Core Team The Express Global Desk is led by a team of experienced journalists and editors with deep expertise in international affairs and migration policy: Aniruddha Dhar – Senior Assistant Editor with extensive experience in global affairs, international politics, and editorial leadership. Nischai Vats – Deputy Copy Editor specialising in US politics, US visa and immigration policy, and policy-driven international coverage.

New DelhiUpdated: Jun 28, 2026 05:27 PM IST The cause of the Saudi Aramco helicopter crash remains unknown, state news agency reported. (AI Generated Image)At least 14 people were killed after a Saudi Aramco helicopter crashed in Ras Tanura town of Saudi Arabia, the state news agency reported. According to the Saudi Press Agency, the cause of the helicopter crash in Ras Tanura remains unknown, and an investigation is underway. The Express Global Desk at indianexpress.com which delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Global Desk adheres to The Indian Express’ editorial standards, relying on official data, government notifications, court documents, and on-record sources. The desk prioritises clarity, accuracy, and accountability, ensuring readers can navigate complex global systems with confidence. Core Team The Express Global Desk is led by a team of experienced journalists and editors with deep expertise in international affairs and migration policy: Aniruddha Dhar – Senior Assistant Editor with extensive experience in global affairs, international politics, and editorial leadership. Nischai Vats – Deputy Copy Editor specialising in US politics, US visa and immigration policy, and policy-driven international coverage. Mashkoora Khan – Sub-editor focusing on global developments, with a strong emphasis on Canada visa, immigration, and study-related policy coverage. ... Read More Stay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram Tags: Aramco helicopter crash Saudi Arabia

NewsWorld8 feared dead as US Air Force B-52 bomber crashes after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base 'Not survivable,' base says; aircraft was on a routine test mission with eight crew on board. 3 min readJun 16, 2026 04:56 AM IST First published on: Jun 16, 2026 at 04:47 AM IST This image taken from video provided by KABC shows law enforcement responding to the scene of an aircraft crash. (Photo: AP) Eight people are feared dead after a United States Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday, with officials saying initial indications suggest the crash “was not survivable.” The aircraft went down at approximately 11:20 am local time (00:50 IST, 16 June) during what the base described as a routine test mission, sending a towering plume of black smoke into the sky that was visible for miles across the Mojave Desert. BREAKING: A U.S. Air Force B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base, triggering an emergency response.Emergency crews rushed to the scene as thick black smoke billowed from the wreckage scattered across the desert airfield.More details, including… pic.twitter.com/JRx3R4ElJW— Fox News (@FoxNews) June 15, 2026 The base confirmed in a statement that eight people were on board the aircraft. “Initial indications are that the crash was not survivable,” it said, adding that emergency response personnel were on the scene and that officials were “working to account for all personnel.” The airfield at Edwards has been closed and all inbound aircraft diverted. Non-commercial visitor passes to the base have been suspended “to allow the installation to focus entirely on emergency response operations,” the base said. The cause of the crash is under investigation. The bomber carried eight people on this test flight more than the standard operational crew of five, which typically consists of an aircraft commander, pilot, radar navigator, navigator, and electronic warfare officer. The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress, capable of subsonic speeds and altitudes of up to 50,000 feet, is a long-range bomber first introduced into service in 1955 and remains a central part of the US military’s air power. The aircraft can carry both conventional and nuclear weapons and has been used in conflicts ranging from Vietnam to Operation Desert Storm. New footage from near the scene shows heavy flames and thick black smoke rising after the reported B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base. pic.twitter.com/QoOzdnQgq5— Breaking911 (@Breaking911) June 15, 2026 Edwards Air Force Base, located approximately 160 km north of Los Angeles, is home to a large portion of the US Air Force’s aircraft test and development efforts. The 412th Test Wing, which runs the base, conducts developmental testing of all Air Force aircraft, weapons systems, software, and components. Story continues below this ad Congressman Jay Obernolte, whose congressional district includes the base, said he was “praying for everyone involved in today’s crash, especially the crew, their families, and the first responders.” (With inputs from Associated Press and BBC) The Express Global Desk at indianexpress.com which delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Global Desk adhere

The passage accounts for roughly 10 to 12 per cent of global oil and natural gas shipments. (Souce: Wikimedia Commons) Iran has warned that the strategic Bab al-Mandab Strait, a critical global shipping corridor, could be blocked if Israel escalates military action against Iran. Ali Akbar Velayati, an adviser to Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, warned that the “resistance axis” has the capability to shut both the Bab al-Mandab and Strait of Hormuz if regional hostilities intensify.“The security of today’s Bab Al Mandel should not lead the enemy into a miscalculation. The resistance circles have the capability to lock down both waterways; the choice is yours: Stop the folly or enter a balanced regulation of the two straits,” he said in a post on X. 2) The current security of Bab al Mandab should not lead the enemy into a miscalculation. The Resistance Axis has the capability to lock down both #waterways — Aliakbar Velayati (@Drvelayati_ir) June 7, 2026 Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels, on Monday (Jun 8), claimed a new attack on Israel and declared that Israel-affiliated vessels are once again active targets in the Red Sea, placing the Red Sea, the Gulf of Aden, and the narrow Bab al-Mandab Strait that connects them in immediate danger. What is Bab al-Mandab Strait? The Bab al-Mandab Strait is a strategic maritime corridor at the southern entrance of the Red Sea that serves as a key gateway to the Suez Canal and connects Europe and Asia through one of the globe’s busiest shipping routes. Located between Yemen and the Horn of Africa nations of Djibouti and Eritrea, the Strait narrows to about 29 kilometres at its tightest point. In late 2023, Houthi rebels targeted commercial vessels transiting the Red Sea in retaliation for Israel’s war in Gaza. The attacks forced many shipping companies to reroute vessels, increasing fuel, insurance and crew-related costs.Story continues below this ad The Houthis had then launched over 100 attacks, killing at least nine mariners and sinking four ships, frequently targeting vessels with tangential or no actual ties to Israel. The attacks disrupted shipping in the Red Sea, through which roughly $1 trillion in goods passed annually before the war. This also heavily impacted transits through the Suez Canal, a vital source of hard currency for Egypt, which generated $10 billion in revenue for the country in 2023. The strait has, however, remained navigable throughout the current war.Story continues below this ad Why is Bab al-Mandab Strait important? Saudi Arabia is actively relying on its East-West Pipeline to export oil through the Red Sea as an alternative to the volatile Strait of Hormuz. In the year 2024, about 4.1 million barrels of petroleum products passed through Bab al-Mandab daily, which amounts to five per cent of the global oil trade, highlighting the route’s strategic significance for international energy markets. A closure of the Bab al-Mandab Strait would pose a major challenge to global trade and energy markets by restricting access to one of the world’s most significant maritime corridors. © IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd The Express Global Desk at indianexpress.com which delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Gl