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US-Iran escalation disrupts vital trade corridors, leaving Indian pharma on edge
India exported $30.47 billion worth of pharmaceuticals in FY25, with around $1.75 billion tied to the Middle East and North Africa region, making the current situation particularly worrying
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How Oct. 7 Hamas attack hastened Iran’s regional decline and shifted power toward Israel
The October 7 Hamas attack triggered a chain reaction that weakened Iran’s regional proxies, emboldened Israel’s military campaign and fundamentally shifted the balance of power across the Middle East.
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France says ready to help Gulf countries targeted by Iran
Referring to Israel and the United States' initial assault on Iran on Saturday, he said their "unilateral strikes" could have gained the legitimacy needed only by going before the U.N. Security Council.
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Saudi Aramco shuts 550,000 bpd Ras Tanura refinery after drone strike: Why it matters
Saudi Aramco has shut its 550,000-bpd Ras Tanura Refinery after a drone strike, heightening regional tensions and raising fresh concerns over global oil supply.
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From Amazon data centre to Palm Jumeirah: Major gulf landmarks hit as Iran strikes rattle UAE, Saudi Arabia
A drone strike was reported at Saudi Aramco’s Ras Tanura refining facility, one of the world’s largest oil export hubs and a critical node in global crude supply.
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'Arise, awake, and stop not…': Mark Carney invokes Swami Vivekananda to signal renewed India-Canada partnership
Mark Carney invoked Swami Vivekananda’s legacy during his India visit, signalling a renewed India-Canada partnership, reviewing strategic ties with Narendra Modi and emphasising reconciliation after previously strained relations.
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Iran claims surprise strike on Netanyahu’s office using Kheibar missile, IRGC says his 'fate unclear'
Israel-Iran War: The IRGC claimed it used a Kheibar missile in the operation. The group said the strike was aimed at Netanyahu’s office as well as the location of the Israeli Air Force commander.
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What happens if a nuclear facility is hit in war? US-Israel strike on Natanz raises fears of radiological disaster
International nuclear watchdogs warn that continued military strikes in a region hosting multiple nuclear installations could push the world closer to a dangerous threshold.
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Israel-Iran conflict: Tehran showcases underground drone arsenal as missile strikes intensify
Iran showcased an underground drone arsenal as missile exchanges intensified with Israel and the United States, widening the regional conflict, causing mounting casualties and sending global oil prices sharply higher.
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Iran says Natanz nuclear site hit in US-Israeli strikes
"Again they attacked Iran's peaceful, safeguarded nuclear facilities yesterday," Reza Najafi told reporters at a meeting of the International Atomic Energy Agency's 35-nation board of governors. Asked by Reuters which facilities were hit, he replied: "Natanz."
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Iran says Natanz nuclear facility struck in US-Israel operations; IAEA urges restraint
Iran’s envoy to the UN nuclear watchdog confirmed Natanz was targeted in US-Israel strikes, while the IAEA chief said there is “no indication” of confirmed nuclear site damage.
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New routes, more Russian barrels on cards as petroleum ministry, refiners draw up contingency plan
The ministry of petroleum and natural gas held multiple meetings with the refiners over the weekend, taking stock of the West Asia situation and charting contingency plans including alternative regions and routes for supply of crude oil
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Israel claims senior Iranian intelligence heads eliminated in precision strikes
According to the IDF statement, those killed included Sayed Yahya Hamidi, described as the deputy minister responsible for 'Israel affairs'.
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Iran calls upon UN Secretary General, demands full accountability from US, Israel for 'heinous terrorist act'
Iran's foreign ministry said Minister of Foreign Affairs Seyed Abbas Araghchi has sent a letter to to the Secretary-General and President of the Security Council of the United Nations 'following the martyrdom of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution of Iran.'
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With Khamenei dead and IRGC HQ destroyed, who is calling the shots in Iran’s most powerful force?
The situation inside Iran’s military apparatus is far more complicated. The IRGC, which reports directly to the supreme leader, suddenly finds itself without its traditional chain of command.
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Who are Iran’s military backers? The countries and technologies behind Tehran’s missiles and drones | Explained
After the latest wave of US-Israel strikes on Iranian military and nuclear facilities, Iran responded with missile and drone attacks across the region, highlighting the scale of its arsenal.
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Nuclear watchdog sounds alarm amid West Asia conflict, says no response yet from Iran's nuke authorities
“Up to now, we have no indication that any of Iran’s nuclear installations have been damaged or hit,” Grossi said.
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US-Iran war: Ship movement grinds to a halt at Strait of Hormuz, India-bound tankers drop to nil
Around 50 percent of India's monthly oil and almost all of its LPG imports pass through the vital shipping route
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Oil, overflights and war risk: Why the West Asia conflict is a turning point for airlines
The West Asia conflict has done more than disrupt flights; it has laid bare how much of global connectivity depends on geopolitical stability in one narrow corridor of airspace.
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As Middle East war expands, these are the countries caught in the line of fire
US-Israel attacks on Iran have triggered widespread retaliation, hitting multiple Gulf countries and escalating regional conflict.
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Do US bases protect the Gulf or make it a target? Iran’s strikes raise hard questions | Explained
In a widely circulated analysis, geopolitical commentator Shanaka Anslem Perera argues that the attacks have exposed a fundamental flaw in the region’s security model.
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India, Iran and intelligence in the Cold War years
A look at how Cold War caution, regional geography and quiet information-sharing shaped India-Iran intelligence contacts without ever forming a formal alliance.
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Major insurance clubs to end ship war-risk cover in Persian Gulf
The decision only affects war risks, with other terms of cover remaining unchanged.
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Iran unleashes kamikaze drone swarms across West Asia, hits US and Israeli targets – Here’s why Tehran chose these ‘suicide’ weapons
After launch, the drone circles above a designated zone while transmitting live video to commanders.
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China plays cautious game as West Asia crisis deepens amid Iran–US–Israel tensions
China continues to maintain strong economic and energy ties with Iran, particularly through a 25-year cooperation framework covering trade, infrastructure and energy exchange.
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US-Israel strike hits Iran’s Konarak naval base, multiple Iranian vessels seen burning
Vantor imagery shows airstrike related damage at Konarak Naval Base, Iran, where at least three surface ships have sunk & numerous buildings are damaged or destroyed, says Symon.
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Israel-Iran conflict: Drone hits Saudi Aramco's oil refinery in Saudi Arabia | Watch
Following the drone attack, a blaze occurred at the site that was eventually brought under control.
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How long can Field Marshal Asim Munir support Trump? The steep political cost of Pakistan's foreign policy
Pakistan’s leadership struggles to balance US relations and domestic unrest as Shia protests erupt over the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei.
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Trump Unleashes 'Full Force' Operation Mode Against Iran, Warns Of More Casualties
Donald Trump announced that U.S. combat operations in Iran are continuing and will proceed until all of Washington’s objectives are fully achieved. In a video message posted on Truth Social on Sunday, March 1, Trump emphasized that military actions are ongoing “in full force,” signaling a sustained and determined campaign. He confirmed that three U.S. service members have been killed in the fighting and cautioned that additional casualties are likely as operations continue.
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Is Iran using hypersonic Fattah? This clip shows missile beating 10 interceptors to hit target
The footage, reportedly from Jerusalem according to some users, appears to show the missile successfully dodging multiple interceptors before striking its target
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Iran shifts to new ‘drizzle’ strategy to counter US, Israel: 'Who said Iranians will play by rules?'
Iran appears to have moved to a steadier, sustained campaign designed to stretch air defence systems over time instead of headline-grabbing salvos.
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Pentagon tells Congress no sign that Iran was going to attack US first: Report
The United States and Israel launched their most ambitious attacks on Iran in decades on Saturday, killing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
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A week of waiting: Why US-Israel attack on Iran didn’t happen on the original date and what changed behind the scenes
Military planners from both countries had begun preparing for strikes soon after a second round of US-Iran talks ended without meaningful progress on February 17.
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Oil surges, stocks slide as conflict grips West Asia
Brent jumped 6.4% to $77.57 a barrel, though it had briefly topped $82.00 at one stage, while U.S. crude climbed 6.2% to $71.17 per barrel. Safe-haven gold rose 1.6% to $5,360 an ounce.
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Did Khameini have wife and kids? All about slain Iranian leader's family
Reports said several members of Khamenei’s family were also killed in the strikes that began on Saturday morning, including his daughter, grandchildren, daughter-in-law and son-in-law
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9.6 million Indians remain stranded in Middle East as Iran-US conflict escalates - see full list of emergency numbers
The emergency numbers are meant to assist Indian nationals facing medical emergencies, security threats, evacuation requirements and other crisis-related concerns.
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Several US jets crash in Kuwait amid West Asia tensions; video shows F-15 falling out of sky
US F-15 fighter jet crashes in Kuwait; pilot ejects safely as authorities investigate.
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Israel attacks Lebanon, senior Hezbollah leader killed; at least 10 dead
Israel escalates strikes on Hezbollah in Lebanon, killing senior leaders and at least 10 others, as residents flee Beirut.
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Iran says it ‘will not negotiate’ with US as Trump claims Iranian leadership outreach
Ali Larijani says Iran “will not negotiate with the United States,” while Trump says he has agreed to talk to Iran’s surviving and newly appointed leaders.
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Patriots, Tomahawks, SM-3s and THAAD: How long can US missiles and interceptors last in Iran conflict | Explained
US-Israel strikes on Iran: US and allied forces have been targeting Iran’s missile launchers, drone infrastructure and airfields since the start of the operation to limit Tehran’s ability to retaliate.
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Trump says Iran attack so successful that it 'knocked out' candidates to replace Khamenei
President Trump told ABC News that the U.S. strike killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei and eliminated most potential successors.
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US turns Iran’s own drone playbook against it with low-cost copies of ‘Shahed’
In January, Iran’s Tasnim News Agency claimed that the country had received a new batch of 1,000 drones, though those figures have not been independently verified.
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Who Is Reza Pahlavi? Iran’s exiled crown prince and youngest pilot calling for regime change
Pahlavi holds no official role in Iran. However, he is a leading voice among Iranians opposed to the ruling clerical establishment and has remained one of the Islamic Republic’s most outspoken critics for many years.
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Amid Iran-US war, Afghanistan claims precision strikes on Pakistan’s Nur Khan Airbase | WATCH
Afghan officials said the action was carried out in response to recent Pakistani military strikes on Afghan territory, signalling a major escalation in the cross-border confrontation.
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West Asia conflict: Over 1,000 flights hit as global airlines suspend routes; Indian carriers cancel 300+
At Delhi airport, 410 Indian airline flights were cancelled on February 28, 350 on March 1, and at least 300 more were set to be impacted on March 2 amid ongoing rerouting and schedule changes.
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OPINION | Ayatollah Khamenei is dead which will prolong the conflict
Idea of martyrdom is a central pillar of the Iranian regime’s worldview. That Khamenei did not flee and risked assassination could create a ‘blood debt’ legacy among rival Iranian factions and also give hardliners the upper hand
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Lucky guess or insider knowledge? Mystery trader turns Polymarket bet into Rs 4 crore after US-Israel strikes on Iran
Blockchain records show the wallet committed $235,947 to the bet at that stage. Once the strikes were confirmed, the market settled and the trader collected more than $431,000.
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Chart of the Day: Why India topping the skyscraper index is bad news
India's booming skyline is a marvel of ambition — but history warns that the higher you build, the harder the fall.
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Nurses run out with infants after Tehran's Gandhi Hospital struck amid deepening US-Iran conflict | Watch
Clips from the scene captured people running in multiple directions, some calling out for family members while smoke rose in the background. Authorities have not confirmed the number of casualties at the hospital.
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US says IRGC headquarters destroyed in Tehran strike: 'Cut off the head of the snake'
The IRGC, established after Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution to safeguard the country’s Islamic system, operates directly under the authority of the Supreme Leader and had been significantly strengthened under Khamenei’s leadership.
