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Iran-Israel conflict: China echoes India’s call for diplomacy in Iran war, offers to mediate peace

China joined India in urging diplomacy to end the Iran war, offering mediation as regional tensions escalate. Meanwhile, fighting continues with missile exchanges and widening security concerns across the Middle East.

The cost of war: The most expensive assets destroyed in the US-Israel-Iran conflict so far

The US-Israel-Iran conflict has already destroyed billion-dollar radar systems, fighter jets and warships. Here’s a deep dive into the most expensive assets lost, and the not-so-hidden cost of the war.

Hospitals brace for 'soft' quarter as US-Iran war disrupt international travel

West Asia is not just a source market, it is also India’s primary aviation corridor that connects Africa, Central Asia and Europe to India

Watch: Former Marine’s arm broken as Iran war protest sparks scuffle at Senate hearing

A former Marine protesting the war in Iran disrupted a Senate hearing at the US Capitol and was forcibly removed. His arrest left him and three police officers injured amid chaotic scenes.

'Not a new offer': IRNA clarifies deputy FM’s comment 'to abandon nuclear' programme referred to earlier US talks

The clarification came after a Sky News report suggested that Iran had made a conditional offer to Washington, saying it was ready to give up its nuclear programme if the US presented a satisfactory alternative arrangement.

Fear grows as second Iranian ship, with 100 on board, heads to Sri Lanka a day after submarine attack

The ship, carrying more than 100 crew members, is feared to be at risk after a sister vessel was sunk by a US submarine off Sri Lanka’s southern coast on Wednesday

Prophet of Geopolitics: Internet hails China's 'Nostradamus' after Trump-Iran war prediction hits target

Jiang, who teaches history and philosophy and uses structural historical analysis and game theory to interpret global affairs, made three major geopolitical predictions in a May 2024 lecture

‘If you don’t withdraw…’: Shia cleric warns of humiliation for PM Shehbaz Sharif over Gaza Peace Board participation

A Shia cleric has demanded Pakistan withdraw from the US-led Gaza Peace Board, warning the government of political humiliation. His remarks highlight rising tensions ahead of elections and domestic backlash over foreign policy.

Who hit the girls’ school in Iran? What we know so far about the deadly strike

Washington says it is still investigating whether US or Israeli forces were responsible for the attack.

Trump Plans To Secure Strait Of Hormuz, Weighs U.S. Role Post Iran War: White House

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has stated that the United States is actively planning to secure the Strait of Hormuz to ensure safe passage for oil tankers amid rising tensions with Iran. While no timeline was provided, the Departments of Defense and Energy are coordinating closely and briefing President Donald Trump, with the U.S. Navy ready to escort tankers if needed. Leavitt clarified that deploying ground troops to Iran is not part of current plans, though military options remain on the table depending on developments. She denied reports that the administration is arming Kurdish forces to provoke an uprising in Iran, confirming only that Trump has communicated with regional partners, including Kurdish leaders in northern Iraq. U.S. intelligence is monitoring Iran’s leadership turmoil after Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s death, including reports of his son as a potential successor. Israeli intelligence influenced U.S.–Israeli strike timing, and the State Department is arranging evacuations for Americans in the region.

Putin Hints At Cutting Gas Supply To Europe, Eyes New Profitable Markets

Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested that Russia could consider halting gas supplies to European markets and redirecting energy exports to more promising and profitable markets. Speaking to Russian state TV reporter Pavel Zarubin, Putin described the idea as “thinking out loud” rather than a firm decision, but stated he would instruct the government to explore the option with Russian energy companies. He reaffirmed Russia’s reputation as a reliable energy supplier and stressed continued cooperation with dependable partners, specifically naming Slovakia and Hungary. The remarks come amid rising tensions over European reliance on Russian energy. Separately, the European Commission is planning to submit a legal proposal on April 15 to permanently ban Russian oil imports, just three days after Hungary’s parliamentary election. Putin indicated that opening up to alternative markets outside Europe could be more profitable, signaling a potential strategic pivot in Russia’s energy exports.

Iranian warship sinks near Sri Lanka: Why it brings India-US LEMOA pact back into spotlight | Explained

While the agreement deepens military cooperation between New Delhi and Washington, it also highlights India’s emerging position as the most influential security actor in the region.

QatarEnergy production halt may disrupt India’s LNG supply, govt closely monitoring

Government sources, however, said that India is closely monitoring the situation and does not expect any notable hit on the country’s LNG supplies if the Qatar facility is shut for 8-10 days. If the closure is prolonged, the government might explore additional domestic supply adjustments to address the issue, official sources said.

Why JD Vance stayed quiet on Trump’s Iran strikes

The US vice-president eventually backed the military operation, but his initial silence highlighted a tension between his long record opposing foreign wars and his role inside the administration.

Why cheap Iranian drones are becoming a serious problem for US air defence

Iran’s low-cost Shahed drones are forcing the US and its allies to spend far more on missiles and defence systems to intercept them, exposing a costly imbalance in modern air warfare.

Leaving Dubai suddenly costs a fortune as families rush to exit

With flights disrupted and regional tensions rising, expatriates are scrambling for any route out of Dubai. Private jets, long drives to neighbouring countries and scarce airline seats are pushing evacuation costs to extraordinary levels.

Why the United States rarely declares war anymore

The US Constitution gives US Congress the power to declare war, but in practice modern presidents launch military campaigns first and lawmakers debate them later.

Europe treads carefully in Israel-Iran war as Trump targets Spain, UK over reluctance

Since the US-Israeli strikes on Iran began, Europe has appeared, at best, uncoordinated -- if not divided and largely without influence -- amid the rapidly unfolding crisis

'Not prepared to...': Starmer defends UK stance amid Trump criticism over Iran strikes and alliance ties

Speaking at the White House, Trump said he was unhappy with London’s position and claimed relations had been damaged.

US releases footage from first '100 hours of Operation Epic Fury': 'Most precise aerial ops in history'

The joint strikes on Iran, which targeted key Iranian military sites including missile facilities, naval bases and led to Ali Khamenei's killing, has been termed by the US as the most lethal, most complex and most precise aerial operation in history.

Second Iranian ship heading to Sri Lanka after submarine attack

Media minister Nalinda Jayatissa said the second Iranian warship was just outside Sri Lankan waters, but gave no further details.

Iran condemns sinking of frigate Dena, warns US will 'bitterly regret' torpedo strike

In a post on X, Araghchi said the warship - which he described as a ‘guest of India's Navy’ was carrying nearly 130 sailors.

Were Indians barred from bomb shelters in Israel? Truth behind viral claim they were forced to sleep in subways

Amid the escalating conflict, a viral social media claim suggested that Indian nationals in Israel were denied access to bomb shelters and forced to sleep in subway stations.

X removes network spreading AI generated war videos

Platform says hacked accounts were used to push fake Iran war footage.

Alibaba says its new Qwen AI models rival systems far bigger in size

Company says smaller Qwen 3.5 models can rival far larger language systems.

Missile debris lands in Kuwaiti home, killing 11-year-old girl

The incident happened as Iran fired missiles across the region after the US and Israel struck Iranian targets.

What is Mark-48 torpedo the US used to sink Iranian warship in its first submarine hit after World War 2

The video captures the moment a US submarine launched a Mark-48 heavyweight torpedo, which struck and destroyed the vessel

Tesla says it could build the first humanoid AGI

The company’s robot project Optimus is central to Elon Musk’s vision of human level artificial intelligence.

France signals military readiness as Macron appears with nuclear submarine

Paris sends carrier Charles de Gaulle to the Mediterranean as the Middle East conflict widens.

Fear or the strength of fundamentals — What matters more for markets?

A historical analysis of how geopolitical shocks actually impact oil, gold, and global equities

Pakistani businessman accused of plotting to kill Trump, Biden blames Iran: 'My family was threatened'

According to NYT, the Pakistani national said he had never been ordered to kill a specific ‌person ⁠but that his Iranian handler named three people in the course of conversations.

Market mayhem reveals surprise global winners

Global markets are reeling under the American-Israeli strike on Iran — but not every market is bleeding

Iran War reaches India’s maritime backyard as US torpedoes Iris Dena near Sri Lanka: Why New Delhi is watching closely

The Iranian frigate Iris Dena was destroyed by a US torpedo attack early Wednesday morning, marking a rare naval escalation in the expanding conflict.

Mandatory WFH, compensation for oil firms: Pakistan in panic mode as Iran war chokes oil flow

A summary is being prepared for submission to the federal cabinet’s Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) for urgent action as petroleum prices surge

US test-fires nuclear-capable 'doomsday' missile amid Iran war: What to know about Minuteman III

The Minuteman III missile remains a critical element of the United States’ nuclear triad, which includes land-based intercontinental ballistic missiles, submarine-launched ballistic missiles, and strategic bomber aircraft.

Canada cannot ‘categorically rule out’ joining Iran war, PM Mark Carney says

Carney’s remarks highlight the delicate balancing act facing Canada as it tries to support its allies while also raising concerns about international law and regional stability.

India rejects claims of US Navy using its ports for Iran strikes: 'Baseless'

India dismissed these assertions as inaccurate, reaffirming that its ports are not being used for any US military operations against Iran.

Judge delivers stinging setback to Trump, orders repayment of illegal tariffs

The Supreme Court found those tariffs to be unconstitutional under the emergency powers law, including the sweeping ‘reciprocal’ tariffs he levied on nearly every other country.

'15 on a scale of 10': Trump says US military 'doing well on war front' amid ongoing tensions with Iran

The president pledged that the joint air offensive with Israel, which killed Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on its first day, would continue.

'Medicines are over, we're cramped up in a 2-bedroom flat': Indians stranded in Bahrain appeal to govt for safe return

According to the group, several senior citizens are among those stranded and are struggling without access to regular medication.

India mcap hits 11-month low as oil surge, middle east tensions weigh on equities

The mcap of all companies listed on the BSE closed at about $4.85 trillion, down 2.7 percent from the previous close of $4.99 trillion. The decline marked both the lowest closing level and the steepest fall since April 2025.

Why US Senate rejected resolution to limit Trump’s war powers on Iran

The resolution invoked provisions of the War Powers Act of 1973, legislation enacted after the Vietnam War. The law gives Congress the ability to force votes on military engagements and restricts unauthorised conflicts to a maximum of 60 days without legislative approval.

Netanyahu's office says Israel-US strikes on Iran achieved 'historic gains': 'To protect our citizens and civilized world'

Netanyahu's spokesperson also claimed the attack was needed as Iran was rebuilding its atomic bomb programme in "new underground bunkers".

Iran War News Live: 4th American F‑15 Strike Eagle reportedly downed over southwestern Iran

Sri Lanka's Media Minister Nalinda Jayatissa told parliament the vessel was just outside the country's waters, but did not provide further details.

Turkey says missile launched from Iran destroyed by NATO

The defence ministry said it had been "engaged and neutralised by NATO air-and-missile defence assets deployed in the eastern Mediterranean".

Israel easing war-related restrictions, to permit limited activity

"As part of the changes, all areas of the country will transition from an essential activity level to a limited activity level," the military announced, soon after it had said the number of missiles fired by Iran towards Israel had declined.

UK warship to leave for Cyprus next week amid US, Israel war with Iran

Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Tuesday that he was deploying HMS Dragon, a Type 45 defence destroyer to aid Britain's "defensive operations" in the region.

Hezbollah says will confront Israel-US 'aggression', will not surrender

The Middle East war expanded to Lebanon on Monday, and Israel later said its troops had entered south Lebanese towns and villages.