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After China, Russia offers mediation in Pakistan-Afghanistan crisis, sets condition for both sides
Zamir Kabulov, Russia’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, said Moscow is closely watching the situation and is concerned about the escalation.
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Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant hit by projectile, no damage reported; IAEA calls for caution
The International Atomic Energy Agency said it had been informed by Iranian authorities about the incident at the country’s only operational nuclear facility.
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West Asia War: Why convoys cannot fully protect oil tankers from Iran attacks
Iran has effectively closed the strait since the US and Israel began a war on the Islamic republic last month, sending global oil prices up by more than 40 percent
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Trump temporarily waives maritime shipping law to ease energy costs
Trump's move to issue a 60-day Jones Act waiver would lift a ban on foreign-flagged vessels transporting cargo between US ports over this period
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Can India broker peace in US-Israel-Iran war? Here’s why it is being seen as a key mediator | Explained
While New Delhi has not formally offered to step in, the idea has gained traction among diplomats and analysts who believe India has the rare ability to engage all sides.
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‘EU Inc.’ plan seeks to spur startups to rival US, China
The linchpin of the European Commission’s proposal is a set of measures to allow firms to incorporate once under a single EU-wide regime and operate seamlessly across the 27-member bloc.
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Oil jumps 5%, gas prices up 8% as Iran lists Gulf energy targets
Iran said that the US and Israel attacked the South Pars gas field and associated facilities at Asaluyeh
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'Kind people': Iran thanks India for first medical aid shipment amid ongoing war
Iran thanked India for its first medical aid shipment delivered to the Iranian Red Crescent Society amid the ongoing war following US and Israeli airstrikes.
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US stocks fall on war jitters as brent close to $110
As traders moved away from the riskier corners of the market, the S&P 500 halted a two-day gain. Brent hovered near $110.
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Tehran's Revolution Square flooded with mourners as thousands attend Ali Larijani's funeral | WATCH
The US-Israeli strike also reportedly killed Gholamreza Soleimani, the commander of Iran’s Basij forces, further intensifying the impact on Iran’s leadership structure.
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$14 billion windfall? How North Korea profited from Russia’s war in Ukraine | Explained
These earnings come primarily from sending military personnel and supplying weapons to Russia, marking one of the most significant financial inflows for the heavily sanctioned regime in recent years.
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Moscow steps in, urges dialogue as Pakistan-Afghanistan crisis deepens
Russia has offered to mediate between Pakistan and Afghanistan, urging de-escalation, while China also pushes dialogue amid rising tensions, casualties, and continued diplomatic efforts to prevent further conflict.
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US to require $15,000 bond to visa recipients from 12 more countries. Check list
The official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said 12 countries are being added to a list that already includes 38 other nations, largely in Africa
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BHP ships rare Jimblebar cargo to India amid China dispute
The True Champion, carrying about 170,000 tons of BHP’s Jimblebar blend fines, is expected to reach India’s JSW Jaigarh Port on March 25
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US carrier involved in Iran fight heads back to port after 'laundry room fire'
The incident underscores how even the Navy’s most advanced assets are under strain as the US expands its military endeavors
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Iran says US-Israel strikes hit key South Pars gas field, oil facilities
Both Iranian state television and the state-run IRNA news agency reported on the attack targeting facilities at Asaluyeh in Iran's southern Bushehr province.
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Trump suggests countries relying on Strait of Hormuz should secure the route after US 'finishes off' Iran
The US President's latest remarks indicated that America may let countries that rely on the route (Europe, Asia, Gulf states) to take responsibility for securing the Strait and not America.
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Israel says it killed Iran intel chief: What Esmail Khatib’s killing reveals about its ‘decapitation strategy’ | Explained
Iran War News: Israel on Tuesday also claimed responsibility for the killing of Iran’s powerful security chief Ali Larijani and Gholamreza Soleimani, the head of the Basij paramilitary force.
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Pakistan’s blowback moment: How Noor Wali Mehsud became its ‘enemy no.1’ and why Asim Munir wants him eliminated
Noor Wali Mehsud's ability to survive, regroup, and strike repeatedly has made him Pakistan’s most wanted target. Yet, despite being labelled “enemy no.1,” he remains elusive.
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Trump and his allies use familiar tactic to help Iran war messaging: attacking the press
While Trump has for years disparaged news coverage he deems unfavorable, his recent comments mark an escalation of threats against the news media
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‘US risks losing war if...’: Ray Dalio’s big Strait of Hormuz warning amid raging Iran conflict
He warned that Iran using the strait as leverage would signal a major failure of American power.
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Iran intel minister dead? Israel targets Esmail Khatib in fresh Tehran strike; no confirmation
The reported attack comes a day after the killings of senior Iranian figures Ali Larijani and Basij commander Gholamreza Soleimani
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Top leaders gone… so who’s running Iran? These 5 security forces are now calling the shots
Even with uncertainty at the highest level, Iran’s security machinery remains active, coordinated, and capable of sustaining both internal control and external operations.
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Iran War: Blaze-hit USS Ford, world’s largest nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, heads home for repairs
The fire originated in the ship's main laundry area and took hours to contain, impacting around 100 sleeping berths
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US hits Iran’s underground missile sites near Hormuz with bunker-busters: How deadly are these bombs and how they work
Unlike conventional bombs that explode on impact, bunker-buster bombs drill through layers of soil, rock or reinforced concrete and explode only after reaching their target.
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Trump's next move in Iran war? US weighs operation far more dangerous than Osama's killing
A major complication is that US officials are not certain where all of Iran’s nuclear material is stored.
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Why Europe is not backing the US in the Iran conflict
From lack of consultation to NATO limits and oil market pressures, several factors explain
Europe’s stance
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Helicopter crashes in Nepal's Khotang while landing in farmland
No casualties have been reported and all onboard are said to be safe, except one passenger, who reportedly suffered injuries.
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Oil’s backup route is now under threat as the Iran war spreads
With the Strait of Hormuz under pressure, oil shipments have shifted to the Red Sea, but rising threats there are now putting even this fallback route at risk.
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China makes energy security 'reunification' offer to Taiwan amid Middle East war
Taiwan, which had received a third of its LNG from Qatar and sources no energy from China, has said it has secured alternative supplies for the months ahead, including from the United States, the island's main international backer.
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How Saudi Arabia’s Iran strategy unravelled after the US-Israel war
Mohammed bin Salman’s push for stability has collided with a widening regional conflict he
wanted to avoid.
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Why Joe Kent’s resignation matters for Trump’s Iran war
It may not shake the US administration immediately, but it signals early cracks within Trump’s own support base.
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Russian oil tanker bound for China diverted to India. Here's why
The Aqua Titan is set to arrive in New Mangalore on March 21 with its Urals cargo that it loaded from a Baltic Sea port in late January, according to ship-tracking data.
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Why Israel is urging Iranians to rise up despite expecting a brutal crackdown
Public calls for revolt contrast with private assessments that any uprising could be violently crushed.
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UAE plans tax relief to retain expats amid exodus triggered by Iran war: Report
Authorities are reportedly unwilling to issue blanket exemptions, but applications may be reviewed individually once the conflict subsides
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Asim Munir lashes out at Pakistani generals amid Afghan war, questions competence amid failure to kill 'enemy No.1'
Pakistan’s escalating military campaign in Afghanistan has triggered serious allegations of widespread targeting of civilians
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99.99% turnout, 99.93% win: Inside Kim Jong-Un's landslide victory in North Korea elections
With a reported turnout of 99.99 per cent, the polls were conducted on March 15 to select 687 deputies for the 15th Supreme People's Assembly
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'Jet dropped bombs...': Patients inside Kabul hospital that Pakistan hit were breaking their Ramadan fasts when attack happened
Doctors said patients had just finished eating or were in congregational prayer when the strike hit three parts of the centre.
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Restaurant robot goes out of control, sparks safety concerns
A viral video from a Haidilao outlet shows staff struggling to stop a malfunctioning robot, raising questions about how ready these machines are for real-world use.
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Small AI firm claims it breached McKinsey’s internal platform in hours
A reported two-hour breach of a widely used internal AI tool is raising fresh questions about how secure enterprise AI systems really are.
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This planet never cooled and its air smells like rotten eggs
A strange world 35 light-years away may be permanently covered in magma and wrapped in gases that smell like rotten eggs.
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'Brother, I swear on Quran ...': How Israel is eliminating top Iranian leaders no matter where they hide
The high-profile killings of top Iranian leaders illustrate Israel's increasing ability to take out leaders in places they believe are safe
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US startup wants to sell sunlight from space at night
A US company is proposing to use orbital mirrors to beam sunlight back to Earth, but the idea is already raising practical and ethical questions.
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Qeshm island: How Iran's 'missile' island became a nerve centre in the Strait of Hormuz and a trump card in West Asia conflict
Beyond missiles, Qeshm also hosts hidden naval bases, sometimes described as "floating cities", housing fast-attack craft armed with rockets and mines, tailored for asymmetric warfare.
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After the Oscars, a messy reality inside Hollywood’s grandest venue
A viral photo from inside the Dolby Theatre has sparked debate about behaviour at one of the world’s most glamorous events.
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US uses Taj Mahal image to announce self-deportation scheme for illegal immigrants: '$2,600 exit bonus, flight tickets'
The DHS used an image of the Taj Mahal and prominent landmarks of Colombia and China to promote its self-deportation initiative targeted at illegal immigrants living in the US.
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'Was at his daughter's house': Details of Iran security chief Ali Larijani's killing in Israeli strike
The attack also claimed the lives of his son, a deputy and several bodyguards.
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Yair Netanyahu returns to X after days, rumours of father Benjamin Netanyahu's death reignite after his absence: 'After a family death...'
Yair has not been posting original content since returning, but he has been actively reposting material.
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US focus on Iran may impact Asia, Japan's ex-defence Chief says
While Nakatani sees risks emerging if the US focus stays outside Asia over a longer period, he also sees scope for the summit on Thursday providing an opportunity to start cooling down the situation.
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UAE sends emergency missile alert as Dubai intercepts Iranian strike, loud explosions heard
The fresh strikes come as Tehran launched a barrage of missile and drones at Israel and Gulf states.
