Middle East

“Israel has refrained from additional attacks,” says Israeli PMO

The Israeli Prime Minister's Office on Tuesday evening noted that after a conversation between US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel has "refrained" from further attacks on Iran.

2025-06-24T15:02:32.163730+00:00 IST

Qatar welcomes Iran-Israel ceasefire, calls for peace

The State of Qatar has welcomed the ceasefire agreement between the Islamic Republic of Iran and Israel, calling it a meaningful step toward dialogue and diplomacy aimed at resolving conflicts in the region and beyond, according to a statement by the Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

2025-06-24T13:47:48.130598+00:00 IST

India closes Contact Desk in Mashhad following Iran-Israel ceasef

The Embassy of India in Iran announced the closure of its Contact Desk on Tuesday, following the announcement of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel.

2025-06-24T13:15:25.481815+00:00 IST

Israel says Iran violated ceasefire, warns to 'respond with force

Earlier, Trump announced that Israel and Iran had agreed to a "complete and total ceasefire," in what would bring about an end to the conflict just hours after Tehran targeted American Air bases in the Middle East. In a post shared on Truth Social, Trump said Israel and Iran would likely exchange final blows over the next six hours before the deal would come into place on Tuesday.

2025-06-24T11:44:26.992739+00:00 IST

Air India to resume flights to Middle East, Europe today

The flight disruptions follow a major escalation on Monday after Iran reportedly launched multiple missiles targeting US military installations in Qatar and Iraq, including Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar--the largest US military installation in the region, according to a CNN report.

2025-06-24T10:45:22.547295+00:00 IST

"Act of self-defence": Iran defends strikes on US military base

In a statement shared on X, Esmaeil Baqaei expressed Iran's commitment to good neighbourly policy with Qatar and other friendly nations.

2025-06-24T09:15:06.972645+00:00 IST

Israel Defence Minister accuses Iran of ceasefire violation

Katz's statement comes after Iran launched two ballistic missiles at Israel after a ceasefire was supposed to come into effect. Both missiles were intercepted.

2025-06-24T08:50:41.739794+00:00 IST

Israel says it agreed to Trump's proposal for bilateral ceasefire

In a statement, Israel's Prime Office stated, "In light of having achieved the objectives of the operation, and in full coordination with President Trump, Israel agrees to the President's proposal for a bilateral ceasefire. Israel will respond forcefully to any violation of the ceasefire."

2025-06-24T08:20:21.443053+00:00 IST

Oman condemns regional escalation, expresses solidarity with Qata

The Oman Foreign Ministry spokesperson called for the immediate cessation of all military and missile operations.

2025-06-24T07:19:30.335863+00:00 IST

Iraq: Drone attack targets Taji military base

Speaking to Iraq's official news agency INA, Lieutenant General Walid al-Tamimi said that an unidentified drone hit a location in the base.

2025-06-24T03:56:36.150376+00:00 IST

"No agreement on any ceasefire": Iran FM says deal conditional

"As Iran has repeatedly made clear, Israel launched war on Iran, not the other way around. As of now, there is NO "agreement" on any ceasefire or cessation of military operations. However, provided that the Israeli regime stops its illegal aggression against the Iranian people no later than 4 am Tehran time, we have no intention to continue our response afterwards. The final decision on the cessation of our military operations will be made later," Araghchi posted on X.

2025-06-24T02:21:43.612406+00:00 IST

Qatar mediated Iran’s nod for US-proposed ceasefire with Israel

The conversation followed US President Donald Trump's communication with Qatar's Emir, in which Trump informed him that Israel had accepted the ceasefire proposal and requested Doha's assistance in convincing Tehran to agree to the deal.

2025-06-24T00:34:02.974949+00:00 IST

UAE, Italy, Saudi Arabia condemn Iran’s attack on Qatar

In a statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) denounced the attack by the Iranian Revolutionary Guards as a breach of Qatar's sovereignty and airspace. The UAE expressed full solidarity with Qatar and unwavering support for measures to protect Qatari citizens and residents.

2025-06-23T22:17:38.154072+00:00 IST

Qatar condemns Iranian missile strike on Al-Udeid base

"The State of Qatar strongly condemns the attack that targeted Al-Udeid Air Base by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard. We consider this a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the State of Qatar, its airspace, international law, and the United Nations Charter. We affirm that Qatar reserves the right to respond directly in a manner equivalent with the nature and scale of this brazen aggression, in line with international law," Al Ansari said in the statement posted on X.

2025-06-23T20:51:56.237724+00:00 IST

Qatar suspends air traffic after Iran fires missiles at US base

Iran reportedly launched multiple missiles targeting US military installations in Qatar and Iraq, including Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar--the largest US military installation in the region.

2025-06-23T20:02:36.740547+00:00 IST

Indian Embassy in Qatar issues advisory as Iran targets US base

In a post on X, the Embassy urged the Indian community in Qatar to follow the local news, instructions, and guidance provided by Qatari authorities regarding the recent development.

2025-06-23T19:59:11.392244+00:00 IST

Israeli Air Force hits core of Iranian regime control in Tehran

Israeli Air Force fighter jets struck command centres and assets in Tehran tasked with holding the Iranian regime's grip on power, the Israel Defence Forces said on Monday.

2025-06-23T16:49:40.968547+00:00 IST

Israel using electronic warfare to thwart Iranian drone attacks

Israel is leveraging advanced electronic warfare to intercept Iranian drones, the Israel Defence Forces disclosed on Monday.

2025-06-23T16:38:31.608790+00:00 IST

Israeli jets strike Hezbollah terror targets

The IDF (Israel Defence Forces) said that Israel Air Force Jets recently attacked Hezbollah terrorist organisation military sites containing rocket and missile launchers, as well as weapons depots north of Litani in Lebanon.

2025-06-23T16:35:23.920569+00:00 IST

UAE kicks off phase 2 of Zero Bureaucracy Programme

The announcement was made during the ministry's first Zero Bureaucracy Forum of 2025 held in Dubai with the participation of senior officials from the ministry and relevant entities.

2025-06-23T09:31:10.193084+00:00 IST

Several Israeli towns without electricity after Iranian attack

Several southern Israeli towns were without power as a result of an Iranian missile striking near "strategic infrastructure sites," the Israel Electric Corporation said on Monday.

2025-06-23T09:28:46.332964+00:00 IST