Netanyahu seeks global support as Iran restricts Hormuz access
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for stronger international support and broader coordinated action against Iran, as tensions escalate over control of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. Netanyahu’s appeal comes amid growing concern over global energy security and maritime stability, with
Iran says over 80,000 civilian sites hit by US, Israel since war began
Iran has accused the United States and Israel of targeting more than 80,000 civilian locations since the start of the ongoing conflict, raising serious concerns over humanitarian impact and potential violations of international law. Pirhossein Kolivand, head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society,
Iran claims hitting Israeli fighter jet as Israel strikes missile facilities
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed it successfully struck an Israeli F-16 fighter jet in central Iranian airspace, even as Israel launched a large-scale wave of strikes targeting missile production facilities in Tehran. In a statement carried by its official outlet Sepah
Trump warns Iran to reopen Hormuz in 48 hours or face strikes
U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stark ultimatum to Iran, warning that the United States will target key Iranian power plants if Tehran does not fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours. In a strongly worded post on Truth Social,
Iran strike on Qatar LNG hub sparks global energy shock, Europe and Asia face crisis
The escalating conflict in the Middle East has triggered a severe shock to global energy markets, raising fears of a prolonged crisis across Europe and Asia. Iran’s missile strike on Qatar’s Ras Laffan Industrial City—home to the world’s largest liquefied natural gas (LNG)
“Israel of the region” ex Afghan minister warns on Pakistan, urges India to take stronger action
A former Afghan minister has sharply criticized Pakistan, describing its role in regional affairs as destabilizing and urging India to adopt a more assertive stance in response. Zardasht Shams, who previously served as Afghanistan’s Deputy Information Minister, made the remarks amid escalating tensions
Iran attack on world’s largest LNG hub puts India’s gas supply at risk
India’s energy security has come under fresh pressure after Iran’s missile strike on Qatar’s Ras Laffan Industrial City, the world’s largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) hub. The attack, part of escalating tensions in West Asia, has raised concerns over potential disruptions to India’s
Narendra Modi speaks with UAE President, agrees on keeping Strait of Hormuz safe
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday, focusing on the evolving security situation in West Asia and the need to ensure stability in the region. During the discussion, both leaders emphasized
Trump says Israel acted alone in Iran gas field strike, warns against targeting Qatar
U.S. President Donald Trump has said that Israel will not carry out further strikes on Iran’s South Pars gas field, signaling an attempt to ease tensions after a sharp escalation in the region. Speaking in Washington, Trump distanced himself from the earlier Israeli
Jaishankar speaks with UAE FM as Iran strikes escalate, India pushes for West Asia stability
India has intensified its diplomatic outreach as tensions escalate across West Asia, with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar engaging key regional partners to prevent further deterioration of the security situation. In a significant move, Jaishankar held talks with Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan,
World’s biggest gas hub in Qatar attacked by Iran, global energy markets shaken
Global energy markets have been thrown into fresh turmoil after an Iranian missile strike targeted Ras Laffan Industrial City in Qatar, home to the world’s largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) export hub. The attack marks a sharp escalation in the ongoing Middle East
Energy prices surge as Iran strikes Gulf facilities after Israel hits South Pars gas field
Global energy markets were jolted on Thursday as oil and gas prices surged sharply following Iran’s retaliatory strikes on key energy infrastructure across the Gulf, marking a major escalation in the ongoing regional conflict. European gas prices jumped nearly 28 percent, while benchmark
Greece and Germany rule out involvement in possible operation in Strait of Hormuz
Greece and Germany have ruled out joining any military operation in the Strait of Hormuz, despite calls from Donald Trump for allies to help secure the strategic waterway. Greek government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis said Athens has no intention of becoming involved in the
Japan, Australia reject Trump call to send naval ships to secure Strait of Hormuz
Donald Trump has urged major allies to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, but Japan and Australia said they currently have no plans to send naval vessels to the region. Speaking about the ongoing tensions in the Gulf, Trump called for the creation
Fire near Dubai airport contained after drone crash, no injuries reported
Authorities said a fire caused by a drone crash near Dubai International Airport has been contained, with no injuries reported. The blaze broke out after a drone fell near the airport and struck a fuel tank, prompting an emergency response from Dubai Civil
Iran not asking for ceasefire or negotiations, ready to defend itself as long as it takes: Iranian FM
Seyed Abbas Araghchi said Iran is not seeking a ceasefire or negotiations with the United States, declaring that Tehran is prepared to defend itself “as long as it takes” in the ongoing conflict. In an interview with CBS News aired Sunday, Araghchi rejected
Dubai Airport temporarily suspends flights after drone hits fuel tank
Flights at Dubai International Airport were temporarily suspended on Monday after a drone struck a fuel tank near the airport, triggering a fire and prompting emergency safety measures. In a statement posted on X, airport authorities said operations were halted as a precaution
Trump officials say Iran war may end within weeks; Tehran vows to keep fighting
Senior officials in the administration of Donald Trump said the ongoing conflict with Iran could end within weeks, even as Tehran insisted it would continue fighting and defending itself. The war, now in its third week, has disrupted global energy markets as tanker
US continues strikes to curb Iran threat in Strait of Hormuz: Commander
The United States will continue military operations aimed at weakening Iran’s ability to threaten commercial shipping in the strategic Strait of Hormuz, the head of US Central Command said on Monday. In a video statement posted on X, Brad Cooper said US forces
Israel says it destroyed aircraft used by Iran’s top leadership at Tehran airport
The Israeli military said it destroyed an aircraft used by Iran’s top leadership at Tehran’s Mehrabad Airport, claiming the strike would disrupt coordination between Iranian officials and allied groups across the region. In a statement, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said the aircraft