June 18, 2026
Saudi Arabia says it will take operational measures against any violation of its sovereignty
They worry Washington could lock in a superficial agreement on Iran’s nuclear programme and sanctions relief
The current BNP-led government remains optimistic about opening the terminal by this year
The new import tax, effective 21 days after Aug 7, will raise duties on some Indian exports to as high as 50% - among the highest levied on any US trading partner