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'If you love Iran, why don't you go to Iran': Asim Munir remarks spark outrage in Shia community after Iftar meeting

Controversy erupts in Pakistan after Army Chief Syed Asim Munir’s reported remarks to Shia clerics at a March 19 Iftar meeting spark outrage and debate over sectarian sensitivities and civil-military relations.

US faces twin pressures as recession odds climb and fuel costs rise

According to data from Polymarket, the probability of the US entering a recession in 2026 has climbed to 36%

Russia proposed intel swap with US on Iran and Ukraine, Washington rejected offer: Report

The proposal, made during backchannel talks, has raised alarm among European diplomats who see it as an attempt by Moscow to reshape geopolitical alignments.

Russia set to reclaim top spot in India’s oil imports as Middle East turmoil reshapes flows

Iraq overtakes Russia as India’s top oil supplier in February, but Moscow is set to regain the lead in March amid easing US sanctions and Middle East disruptions.

'Best country I have ever travelled to': Laura Loomer praises India after backlash, calls it ‘next big superpower’

Laura Loomer's comments come in the wake of criticism over earlier social media posts that were widely seen as derogatory towards India and Indians.

Pakistan tops global terror index: Why Asim Munir failed to contain violence and why the crisis could worsen

Global Terrorism Index 2026: Even as the world saw a decline in violence, Pakistan witnessed a 6 percent rise in terrorism-related deaths, making it a clear outlier.

StanChart, BSI lose Singapore court bid in 1MDB claims

The 1MDB scandal was one of the biggest financial frauds in history, with stolen funds estimated to have exceeded $4 billion

Gold set for worst week in 4 decades as Iran war curbs rate-cut bets

Bullion slipped as much as 2.1% as the dollar and bond yields rallied after a Wall Street Journal report that the Pentagon is sending three warships and thousands of additional Marines to the Middle East

Iran Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei claims Iranians dealt enemies 'dizzying blow' in war

The written message comes as Khamenei has yet to make a public appearance since assuming leadership after his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on February 28.

Trump, Takaichi unveil $40 billion US nuclear project

The reactor deal is the latest from the $550 billion fund that the US and Japan agreed to as part of an agreement that saw Trump lower auto tariffs and other levies.

‘We are waiting for them’: Iran's IRGC warns US as ground troop speculation grows

Despite the rhetoric, analysts believe a full-scale invasion similar to Iraq in 2003 or Kuwait in 1990 remains unlikely due to the immense logistical, political and strategic costs involved.

Warthogs, Apaches and fighter jets: US launches ‘hunt and kill’ mission to secure Hormuz. How long will it take?

The operation comes as traffic through the strait, one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints, has fallen sharply since the outbreak of war on February 28, triggering a global energy shock.

Three weeks into Iran war: Who is really winning as costs surge and risks spiral | Explained

Iran War News: Within the first six days, the cost had already crossed $11.3 billion. That figure has since climbed to over $18 billion, with spending continuing to rise.

Donald Trump calls NATO allies 'cowards' over refusal to help secure Hormuz Strait

US allies "don't want to help open the Strait of Hormuz, a simple military maneuver that is the single reason for the high oil prices. So easy for them to do, with so little risk," he posted.

From Khamenei to Larijani to Naini: How US-Israel strikes have dismantled Iran’s power circle in three weeks of war

Iran War News: Several key figures have survived and the Islamic republic has shown resilience in rapidly replacing killed leaders and also keeping up the war against the US and Israel.

Russia plans to allow military to defend citizens prosecuted abroad

The threat of military force could give Moscow another tool to pressure governments abroad.

‘Mullahs are desperate and scrambling’: Pete Hegseth’s faith-war rhetoric faces scrutiny amid Iran conflict

Since taking office, Hegseth has drawn attention for introducing religious elements into official spaces, including hosting monthly worship services and invoking Biblical themes in public messaging.

Swiss ban arms exports to US during Iran war over neutrality

Switzerland’s strict neutrality rules have already led it to close its airspace for US military flights directly linked to the Iran war.

Iran named its targets first, then struck. How Tehran exposed hidden weaknesses in US defences in the Gulf

Iran War News: From military installations to energy infrastructure, Tehran has demonstrated the ability to identify and hit locations that are both strategically and economically critical.

India, China set to revive trade via Lipulekh after 6 years: Why Nepal is opposing it | Explained

For Nepal, India-China trade through Lipulekh raises sovereignty concerns. Kathmandu argues that such arrangements overlook its territorial claims and effectively legitimise India’s control over a disputed area.

'Won’t give in': Sri Lanka rejects US bid to station missile-armed warplanes at Mattala, cites neutrality amid Mid-East war

Addressing lawmakers on Friday, Dissanayake said Washington had sought permission on February 26 to move two warplanes from its base in Djibouti to the southern civilian airport between March 4 and 8.

Japanese PM's reaction goes viral as Donald Trump cracks Pearl Harbor 'joke' - VIDEO

As Trump cracked a joke about Pearl Harbor, Japanese PM Takaichi's eyes widened. She shifted in her seat. The room groaned. And within hours, the moment had gone viral across social media on both sides of the Pacific.

Work from home, drive less, fly less: IEA’s roadmap to tackle oil shock as Iran war enters fourth week

With flows through the Strait of Hormuz sharply reduced, IEA warned that demand-side measures will be critical to stabilise prices and protect vulnerable economies, particularly in developing countries.

Why Denmark prepared to destroy Greenland’s runways amid US tensions

Behind-the-scenes planning reveals how seriously Europe took the risk of a potential US move on Greenland

Is Iran hoarding missiles for a ‘final strike’ or running dry? What’s behind Tehran’s sharp drop in launches

On February 28, Iran fired around 182 ballistic missiles in a single day. That number has since fallen to single digits, with just nine launches recorded on a recent day.

Will US seizure of Kharg Island end the Iran war? Experts weigh in

Kharg Island, located about 20 miles off Iran’s coast, handles roughly 90 percent of the country’s crude exports and serves as Iran's economic lifeline.

IRGC spokesman Naini warned of a ‘missile surprise’. Hours later, he was killed in an Israeli strike

Hours before his death, IRGC spokesperson Ali Mohammad Naini had asserted that Iran’s missile programme remained robust despite weeks of coordinated strikes.

US defence stocks hold gains after Iran strikes, but rally cools amid spending uncertainty

The muted response of defence stocks since the war began contrasts with the sharp gains seen earlier this year

How mixed messaging from Trump’s team is complicating Israel’s image in the US

Conflicting statements and internal criticism are feeding doubts about the war and who is driving it.

Dubai’s luxury shopping scene slows as war hits visitor flow

Fewer tourists and rising uncertainty are starting to weigh on a market that had been booming.

Moment when US F-35 jet was hit by Iranian fire in its skies | Video

The video surfaced hours after reports claiming that a US aircraft, an F-35 fighter jet, was damaged and forced to make an emergency landing at a Middle Eastern air base.

Where is Iran’s Supreme Leader? Mojtaba Khamenei expected to address nation on Nowruz amid questions over his condition

Mojtaba Khamenei had earlier addressed the nation on March 12 shortly after assuming office, but did not appear publicly and instead issued a statement broadcast on state television.

Firm shells out Rs 18 crore for passage of oil tanker through war-hit Strait of Hormuz: Report

Tehran has created a ‘safe’ shipping corridor through its territorial waters in the Strait of Hormuz, offering vetted vessels passage in exchange for approval.

Mojtaba Khamenei vows to deny enemies ‘security’ after Israel kills Iran’s intel chief, IRGC spokesman

Esmail Khatib, Iran's intelligence minister, was killed in overnight Israeli airstrikes on Thursday, adding to the series of high-profile assassinations targeting Tehran’s top leadership during the ongoing war.

How the White House is using memes, games and movie clips to sell the war in Iran

From SpongeBob to video game-style edits, a new kind of messaging is drawing attention and criticism.

How Iran is fighting on multiple fronts, from missiles to misinformation

Alongside physical strikes, Iran is using cyberattacks and online messaging to shape the narrative of the war.

IRGC spokesperson Ali Mohammad Naini killed in US-Israel strikes

The brigadier general had mocked Donald Trump’s claim that Iran’s navy had been destroyed, challenging the US to send ships into the Persian Gulf.

Iran 'attacks' $100 million F-35 jet: Why the strike is a big psychological blow for US

US officials countered Iran's claims stating that the US F-35 stealth fighter was not struck but suffered significant damage.

Did Trump know or not? ‘Knew nothing’ vs ‘informed’ claims on Iran gas field strike expose US-Israel fault lines

Iran War News: Washington says it had no prior knowledge of the attack on Iran's South Pars gas field even as Israeli officials indicated the US had been informed in advance.

How far do you need to be to survive a nuclear blast?

Distance matters, but survival depends just as much on shelter, timing and what kind of explosion it is.

World’s least happy countries in 2026: India at 116 out of 147

Countries facing conflict and economic stress continue to rank lowest in global well-being

Diplomatic win for India as Canada sees no foreign link in Nijjar killing probe, flags Bishnoi ‘copycats’

On the Lawrence Bishnoi gang’s presence in Canada, the RCMP commissioner said some people may be using the gang’s name as copycats, without having any real connection to it.

Whale protein may help repair human DNA, study finds

A protein found in one of the longest-living mammals is offering clues to better cellular repair.

Why Iran war has turned into Qatar's 'worst nightmare', putting its energy empire at risk

Qatar is facing severe economic and strategic repercussions from the ongoing conflict after an Iranian missile strike hit its key energy infrastructure earlier this week

Tech layoffs rise in early 2026, with the US accounting for most cuts

Over 45,000 roles have been cut globally as companies continue to slow hiring and rethink costs.

‘Poor man’s cruise missiles’: How Iran’s drone doctrine may force India to rethink air defence

Iran’s drone doctrine is reshaping air defence economics globally. Here’s how it works, and why India must rethink its strategy.

'Genocide supporters' : Australian PM Albanese heckled, asked to 'get out' of Sydney mosque during Eid prayers | Watch

Albanese and Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke were at Lakemba Mosque -- one of the largest in Australia - after being invited by community leaders to attend Eid prayers, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.