Trump returns to Washington from Davos, calls Board of Peace "very special"

World | Updated: Jan 23, 2026

• Trump launched the Board of Peace at Davos for global conflict resolution.
• The Greenland project is underway and described as "amazing for the U.S.A."
• Around 35 nations have committed to join the Board of Peace initiative

Iran calls for ‘human chain’ at power plants amid Trump strike warning

World | Updated: Apr 07, 2026

• Iran urges youth to form a human chain around power plants
• Move aims to show unity amid US deadline on Strait of Hormuz
• Trump threatens military action if Iran doesn't reopen the strait

Iran turns back Karachi-bound ship at Hormuz, vessel now headed to Mumbai

World | Updated: Apr 07, 2026

• Iran blocked vessel Selen from entering Strait of Hormuz
• Ship rerouted to Mumbai after denied passage to Karachi
• Tensions in Hormuz impact global shipping and energy markets

Trump warns reporters ‘will go to jail’ over leak on Iran rescue mission

World | Updated: Apr 07, 2026

• Trump vowed to jail reporters over leaked rescue mission details
• US military rescued two airmen after aircraft shot down in Iran
• Operation used hundreds and relied on elaborate deception tactics

Trump repeats India-Pakistan claim, says he 'saved 30–50 million lives'

World | Updated: Apr 07, 2026

• Trump claims he ended India-Pakistan conflict, saving millions
• Trump criticizes US allies for not supporting Iran operations
• Trump warns Iran of military strikes if no deal is reached

NASA Artemis II astronauts break record, reach farthest point from Earth

World | Updated: Apr 07, 2026

• Artemis II crew reached 252,760 miles from Earth, breaking record
• Moon-flying astronauts to face brief far-side radio blackouts
• Mission aims to return astronauts to the moon by 2028

New oil lifeline? How Red Sea route via Bab el-Mandeb is emerging as an alternative to Strait of Hormuz

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

South Korea and Taiwan are rerouting crude oil shipments via Saudi Arabia’s Yanbu port on the Red Sea due to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz amid Iran conflict, but the new route faces risks from Yemen’s Houthi group threatening shipping in Bab el-Mandeb.

Pakistan scrambles to meet $4.8 billion dues as UAE seeks early return of funds amidst Iran war

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

• Pakistan to repay USD 4.8 billion in external obligations by June
• USD 3.5 billion payable to UAE through three different facilities
• Pakistan seeks rollover of USD 12 billion in external deposits

Iraq says oil exports can bounce back within a week if Hormuz reopens

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

• Iraq could restore oil exports to 3.4 million bpd if war ends
• Hormuz closure slashed Iraq’s oil output by around 80%
• Drone attacks on oilfields caused major losses and injuries

‘I’d take the oil, I’d keep the oil’: Trump says US is ‘obliterating’ Iran as deadline looms

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

• Trump: I’d “take Iran’s oil” if it were my decision
• US sets deadline for Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz
• Trump warns of intensified strikes if Iran does not comply

Will US-Iran ceasefire happen? Best- and worst-case scenarios as Trump issues ultimatum, Iran rejects deal

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

US-Iran tensions are high, with Trump threatening escalation if demands aren't met and Tehran rejecting US peace proposals. A ceasefire is uncertain; risks include regional war and economic shocks, while a fragile diplomatic window remains for possible de-escalation.

Iran rejects US ceasefire, sends a tougher 10-point end-war plan via Pakistan

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

• Iran rejects truce, demands permanent end to war
• Tehran proposes 10-point framework including lifting US sanctions
• US 45-day truce plan rejected; talks continue via mediators

A nuclear disaster waiting to happen? Why a strike on Iran’s Bushehr plant could trigger a Gulf-wide ‘regional catastrophe’

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

A strike on Iran’s Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant could trigger a regional catastrophe, threatening Gulf water supplies, public health, and economies. Radiation risks may quickly spread via winds and currents, impacting multiple countries and disrupting vital resources.

Why Jamie Dimon thinks the Iran war could change the global economic order

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

• Jamie Dimon warns geopolitical tensions are top risk for JPMorgan
• Wars and trade shifts heighten global uncertainty
• Energy disruptions may raise oil prices and market volatility

India stands out as majority back country’s direction amid global gloom: What Ipsos report reveals

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

India remains optimistic amid global pessimism, with citizens confident in the country's direction despite concerns over inflation, unemployment, and corruption. Ipsos attributes India's resilience to policy choices and diversification of oil imports.

‘We sent them a lot of guns’: Trump’s Iran claim raises big questions on secret ops, Kurds link and missing weapons

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

Trump’s claim of sending weapons to Iranian protesters via the Kurds raises concerns about covert US operations, risks of diversion, escalation of unrest, disputed casualty figures, legal implications, and the blurred line between support and intervention in Iran.

Behind the scenes: Iran shares demands with US via Pakistan, raises uranium fears

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

• Iran relayed demands to US through Pakistan during conflict talks
• Pakistan urges 45-day truce, reopening Strait of Hormuz
• Closure of Strait of Hormuz disrupts global oil supply routes

Qeshm, Larak, Abu Musa and Tunb: The islands powering Iran’s grip over Hormuz and why US faces a dangerous choice

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

The US is considering seizing Iranian-controlled islands in the Strait of Hormuz to reopen shipping routes, but experts warn these heavily fortified outposts pose major military risks and could trigger escalation, threatening global oil flow and regional stability.

India brings back 1,777 nationals from Iran as West Asia conflict deepens

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

• India evacuated 1,777 nationals from Iran amid West Asia conflict
• Evacuees included 895 students and 345 fishermen
• Eight Indians died in the conflict; one remains missing

Iran says Isfahan operation was failed Uranium grab attempt, rejects Trump's 'illogical' peace plan

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

Iran has rejected a US-backed 15-point plan and temporary ceasefire proposals, insisting on its own demands and criticizing Washington's actions. Tehran accused the US of targeting its nuclear program and said diplomacy is no longer on Washington's agenda.

Are US aircraft losses nearing 1991 Desert Storm levels? Depends on how you count

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

• US aircraft losses in Iran conflict reach 27, including drones
• Losses remain below 1990-91 Gulf War levels of 40 aircraft
• Lost aircraft replacement pegged at $100M per plane

Measles outbreak kills nearly 100 children in Bangladesh in three weeks: Why India could be at risk next | Explained

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

A measles outbreak in Bangladesh has killed at least 98 children in three weeks, overwhelming hospitals and exposing vaccination gaps. Experts warn neighboring countries like India face similar risks, stressing the urgent need for improved immunization coverage.

‘Could it be between 1 and 2 pm?’ Iran mocks Trump’s 8 pm strike threat, turns war warning into viral trolling

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

Amid rising tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s embassies mock Trump’s threats online, using sarcasm and memes to undermine US messaging. This shift to digital theatrics highlights Iran’s strategy to counter Washington’s escalation with viral content.

Iran says ceasefire terms ready, rejects US demands as ‘excessive’ and ‘ultimatum-driven’

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

• Iran rejects US ceasefire demands as excessive
• Iran outlines its own requirements via intermediaries
• Iran launches strikes in Israel, Kuwait, and Bahrain

While world scrambles for oil, China stays ahead: How Beijing is weathering Iran war better than most

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

China’s years of stockpiling oil, expanding renewables, and using coal-based alternatives have made it more resilient to global energy shocks, allowing it to absorb disruptions and avoid shortages seen elsewhere, validating its self-reliance strategy.

‘India can play key role’: Iran sees bigger part for New Delhi in West Asia crisis

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

• Iran praises India's call for dialogue amid West Asia conflict
• Iran urges BRICS to condemn US and Israel's military actions
• Chabahar Port cooperation should continue despite sanctions

English media, messaging and influence ops: Pakistan’s new front against India isn’t military, but it’s led by Asim Munir

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

Pakistan is shifting its rivalry with India to the information space, launching English-language platforms and think tanks to influence global opinion. Despite new efforts, structural weaknesses and credibility issues persist, raising doubts about their effectiveness.

Iran‑backed Kataib Hezbollah warns of attacks on energy sites if Strait of Hormuz is forcefully reopened

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

• Kataib Hezbollah threatens attacks over forced Hormuz reopening
• Threats include destroying regional oil and gas facilities
• 45-day US-Iran ceasefire talks underway with mediators

US’s weapon use in Iran war has already exceeded past conflicts

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

• US-led strikes strain missile inventories in Iran conflict
• Over 850 Tomahawk missiles used, largest deployment in a campaign
• US and allies average 70 strikes daily, Iran averages 17-19

Not just a war of weapons: How Iran's embassies are taking the fight straight to Trump's timeline

World | Updated: Apr 06, 2026

As US-Iran tensions rise, both nations use memes and viral content on social media to shape public perception. Iranian embassies post satirical memes targeting US claims and Trump, while US officials employ pop culture references, turning conflict into digital spectacle.