Trump urges global navies to secure Strait of Hormuz amid tensions with Iran
US President Donald Trump has called on major world powers to join the United States in deploying naval forces to secure the strategic Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions with Iran. In a statement posted on social media on Saturday, Trump said several
Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie says Trump is damaging trust in US institutions
Former Chris Christie has warned that actions by the administration of Donald Trump are eroding public trust in key American institutions, particularly the US Justice Department. Speaking on the podcast The Fifth Column, Christie said the politicisation of the Justice Department represents the
Russian missile and drone attacks kill five in Ukraine as energy sites targeted
At least five people were killed after Russia launched a large wave of missile and drone attacks across Ukraine on Saturday, Ukrainian officials said, as strikes targeted energy infrastructure and residential areas in several regions. According to Ukrainian authorities, the overnight assault included
Fire erupts at UAE oil hub as Iran warns of retaliation after US strike on Kharg Island
A major energy hub in the United Arab Emirates was disrupted on Saturday after a drone attack triggered a fire, as Iran warned it could retaliate following recent US strikes on its key oil facilities. Television footage showed thick plumes of dark smoke
Two Indian LPG carriers cross Strait of Hormuz safely amid regional tensions
Two Indian liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) carriers have safely crossed the strategic Strait of Hormuz and are now heading toward Indian ports, according to officials from India’s shipping ministry. Rajesh Kumar Sinha, Special Secretary at the Ministry of Shipping and Waterways, confirmed during
Iran says US urging India and others to buy Russian oil as prices surge
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has accused the United States of hypocrisy, claiming that Washington is now urging countries, including India, to purchase Russian oil despite earlier pressuring them to cut imports from Moscow. Araghchi’s remarks came after the administration of Donald Trump
“Going To Hit Them Very Hard Next Week”: Trump hints at major US offensive against Iran
Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran, saying the United States is preparing to carry out intense military strikes in the coming days as the conflict in the Middle East enters its third week. Speaking to Fox News Radio, Trump said
US KC-135 crash in Iraq kills six crew members, investigation underway
All six crew members aboard a US KC-135 refueling aircraft that crashed in western Iraq have been confirmed dead, the US military said on Friday. According to the US Central Command (CentCOM), the aircraft went down on March 12 while flying over friendly
UAE allows expats with expired residency to return by March 31; Oman Air cancels flights amid airspace disruptions
The United Arab Emirates has announced that expatriates whose residency permits have expired will be allowed to return to the country until March 31, according to local media reports, as regional tensions continue to disrupt travel across West Asia. Authorities said the temporary
Saudi Arabia intercepts drones targeting Shaybah oil field amid widening Iran-Gulf attacks
Saudi Arabia’s defence ministry said it intercepted multiple drones heading toward the strategic Shaybah oil field on Thursday as Iran expanded military actions across key energy and maritime locations in the Gulf. According to Saudi officials, an unmanned aerial vehicle approaching the Shaybah
Russia urges US and Israel to end Iran war, calls for negotiations
Russia on Thursday called on the United States and Israel to halt their military actions against Iran and return to diplomatic negotiations, warning that continued escalation could worsen the humanitarian situation and destabilize the Middle East. Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova made
Trump claims economic surge during Ohio rally, highlights tax cuts and investments
US President Donald Trump told supporters at a rally in Ohio that the United States is experiencing a strong economic surge driven by tax cuts, corporate investments, and expanded domestic energy production. Speaking on Wednesday at a logistics company facility in Cincinnati, Ohio,
India rejects claims of delay in signing condolence book for Iran’s Ayatollah Khamenei
India on Thursday dismissed claims that it delayed signing the condolence book for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei at the Iranian Embassy in New Delhi, calling such assertions “ill-informed”. Addressing the weekly media briefing, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir
Anti-India hate surges online in US amid immigration debate, NCRI report finds
Anti-Indian rhetoric has surged across social media platforms in the United States amid heated debates over immigration policies, according to a recent study by the Network Contagion Research Institute (NCRI). The research traced more than 24,000 posts on X in 2025 containing anti-Indian
Mojtaba Khamenei injured in Tehran strike that killed father Ali Khamenei
Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei was reportedly wounded in the strike that killed his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, during the opening phase of the ongoing military campaign against Iran, according to a media report. The revelation came from Iran’s ambassador to
Iran warns oil could hit $200 a barrel after attacks on merchant ships in Gulf
Iran warned that global oil prices could surge to $200 per barrel after its forces targeted merchant vessels in the Gulf, escalating tensions in the region amid the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Israel. Iranian officials said the attacks were part
‘Modi doctrine’ needed to counter China’s ambitions in Indian Ocean region: Report
A strategic doctrine led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is needed to protect Indian Ocean nations from China’s expanding influence and “predatory ambitions,” according to a report by a US policy expert. Writing in The Sunday Guardian, Michael Rubin, Director of Policy Analysis
US strikes over 5,500 targets in Iran, destroys more than 60 ships in Operation Epic Fury
United States forces have struck more than 5,500 targets across Iran and destroyed over 60 ships since the launch of Operation Epic Fury, according to the top American commander overseeing the military campaign. Admiral Brad Cooper, Commander of the United States Central Command,
Modi directs ministers to ensure no LPG shortage for Indian consumers amid West Asia conflict
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has directed senior ministers to ensure that Indian consumers do not face shortages of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) or other petroleum products amid rising tensions in West Asia that have disrupted global energy supplies. During a high-level meeting held
Iran warns Trump after threats against new supreme leader and Strait of Hormuz escalation
Iran has issued a sharp response to US President Donald Trump after he warned of severe consequences if Tehran disrupts global oil shipments through the strategic Strait of Hormuz and criticized the country’s newly appointed Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei. The escalating exchange comes