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"News of shortage false?" SP MP asks govt to address fuel concerns amid Mi
Updated : 4 days, 16 hours ago IST
As the military escalation in the Middle East enters into second week Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Neeraj Maurya on Tuesday called on the government to address the alleged shortage of fuel supply on a war-footing basis.
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"Immediately cease military operations": China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi
Updated : 4 days, 16 hours ago IST
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks with his Bahraini counterpart to discuss escalating regional tensions. China urged an immediate ceasefire and a return to dialogue, stressing that national sovereignty must be respected. Beijing's special envoy is currently visiting the region t
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UAE consulate in Iraq targeted by drone strike hours after nation slams be
Updated : 4 days, 17 hours ago IST
A drone strike hit the UAE's Iraqi Kurdistan consulate after the nation decried being targeted "unfairly". Australia is now deploying missiles and aircraft for defense. Meanwhile, US President Trump described the conflict as a "short-term excursion" that could end soon.
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"It is we who will determine the end of the war": Iran rejects Trump's cla
Updated : 4 days, 18 hours ago IST
Iran's IRGC has rejected US President Donald Trump's claim that the conflict will end "soon", asserting it will "determine" the war's conclusion. Tehran warned it would halt all regional oil exports if attacks continue, while Trump threatened to hit Iran "twenty times harder" if global su
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Trump warns Iran of retaliation "twenty times harder" over potential Strai
Updated : 4 days, 18 hours ago IST
US President Donald Trump warned Iran of a response "twenty times harder" if they block the Strait of Hormuz. Claiming the war is "pretty much over," he stated Tehran has no military assets left. However, the IRGC countered that they will "determine the end of the war."
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'Iranian attacks represent escalation; significant implications for bilate
Updated : 4 days, 23 hours ago IST
Calling the actions a blatant violation of international charters and law, Saudi Arabia said that it retains the full right to take all measures for safeguarding the country's security, sovereignity and safety of people.
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83 children killed, 254 injured amid escalating hostilities in Lebanon: UN
Updated : 4 days, 23 hours ago IST
UNICEF on Monday decried the rise in child casualties amid rising hostilities in Lebanon and called on all parties to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure. It urged immediate efforts to de-escalate the situation and prevent further harm to children.
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India favours return to dialogue and diplomacy, advocates de-escalation an
Updated : 5 days, 3 hours ago IST
Noting that the recent developments in West Asia are a cause of deep concern, External Minister S Jaishankar on Monday said that India is in favour of a return to dialogue and diplomacy amid the West Asia crisis and advocates de-escalation, restraint and ensuring the safety of civilians.<
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"Citizens and residents urged to head to safe place": Sirens activated acr
Updated : 5 days, 14 hours ago IST
Bahrain activated sirens and urged citizens to seek shelter following an Iranian drone attack on civilian targets, including a desalination plant. The strike in Sitra caused casualties, including children. Meanwhile, President Pezeshkian denied seeking conflict with neighbours, while rejecti
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Interest of Indian consumer always overriding priority: Jaishankar warns o
Updated : 5 days, 15 hours ago IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar told Parliament that the Indian consumer's interest is the "overriding priority" amid the West Asia crisis. He warned of supply chain disruptions, confirmed 67,000 Indians have returned home, and defended the humanitarian decision to allow an Iranian wa
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"Dialogue and diplomacy should be pursued": Jaishankar briefs Parliament o
Updated : 5 days, 15 hours ago IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar briefed the Rajya Sabha on the escalating West Asia crisis following US-Israeli strikes on Iran that triggered wider regional conflict. India urged restraint, emphasised dialogue and diplomacy for de-escalation, and confirmed that the Cabinet Committ
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"Points towards US responsibility": Experts link Tomahawk missile to deadl
Updated : 5 days, 16 hours ago IST
Experts and newly surfaced video evidence point to a US-made Tomahawk missile striking an IRGC complex adjacent to a girls' school in Iran, where 168 died. While President Trump denied US responsibility, blaming Iranian "inaccuracy," analysts suggest the footage indicates a US strike within
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