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Jaishankar talks with Indonesia's FM Sugiono on West Asia conflict; agrees
Updated : 1 day, 12 hours ago IST
In a post on X, Jaishankar wrote, "Pleased to talk to FM Sugiono of Indonesia. Exchanged perspectives on the West Asia conflict. Discussed bilateral ties and agreed to hold the Joint Commission meeting at an early date."
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"War reached every kitchen in country": CPI(M) MP John Brittas slams Centr
Updated : 2 days, 1 hour ago IST
"The PM's rhetoric in Kerala is far from the reality that the country is facing. The war has reached every kitchen in this country. Restaurants are closing due to a shortage. This is affecting every sector. The assurance of the govt was that there was ample stock. Today, there is an actua
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Iran, Russia foreign ministers discuss regional tensions after US-Israel "
Updated : 2 days, 22 hours ago IST
Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi held a telephone conversation with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to discuss the latest regional developments and the security implications arising from what Tehran described as the military aggression of the United States and Israel ag
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US War Secretary warns Russia not to be "involved" in West Asia conflict
Updated : 3 days, 10 hours ago IST
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Tuesday cautioned Russia against intervening in the ongoing conflict in West Asia amid rising tensions involving Iran with the US and Israel.
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"Iraq should not be used as a launch pad for attacks," PM al-Sudani tells
Updated : 3 days, 16 hours ago IST
Iraqi PM al-Sudani urged US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to ensure Iraq is not used as a military launchpad. Despite this, Iran's IRGC claimed a missile strike on the US Army headquarters at Harir Air Base in Erbil, marking a significant escalation in the regional conflict.
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Singapore PM speaks with Gulf leaders over the safety of Singaporeans in t
Updated : 4 days, 20 hours ago IST
Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has held discussions with Gulf leaders regarding the escalating tensions in the Middle East, highlighting Singapore's concern over the evolving regional conflict and the safety of its citizens abroad.
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Carney, Trump hold high-level talks on Middle East and trade; agree to "st
Updated : 4 days, 20 hours ago IST
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney discussed Middle East tensions and trade with US President Donald Trump. While earlier criticising US-Israeli strikes as inconsistent with international law, Carney stated he "could not rule out" Canadian military participation. Meanwhile, Ottawa is coo
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"There are going to be implications for Taiwan": NSC Deputy Secretary-Gene
Updated : 6 days, 18 hours ago IST
Taiwan's National Security Council official Vincent Yi-hsiang Chao warned that Middle East tensions threaten global energy and markets. Speaking to ANI, he urged for regional peace to protect Taiwan Strait stability and highlighted Taiwan's proactive shift toward diversifying supply chain
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Dubai authorities confirm "minor incident" successfully contained after de
Updated : 6 days, 19 hours ago IST
Dubai and Saudi Arabia have intercepted a massive wave of drones and missiles following escalating regional strikes. While Dubai successfully contained debris from an interception, Saudi forces thwarted attacks on the Shaybah oil field and air bases. Riyadh and the GCC condemned the "treache
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Tehran's Mehrabad Airport ablaze as Israel and Iran exchange fire: Reports
Updated : 6 days, 21 hours ago IST
Middle East tensions have escalated as airstrikes hit Tehran, leaving Mehrabad Airport on fire. In retaliation, Iran targeted Tel Aviv, while Saudi Arabia intercepted 16 drones and missiles aimed at vital oil fields and air bases. Riyadh and the GCC condemned the "treacherous Iranian aggress
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"Short-term measures to keep prices down": US Energy Secy on Washington is
Updated : 1 week ago IST
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright on Friday said that Washington's decision on issuing a 30-day waiver to India to purchase certain Russian oil supplies is part of "short-term measures" aimed at keeping global oil prices under control amid supply pressures linked to tensions in the Middle
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West Asia conflict may have deeper economic impact on India than expected:
Updated : 1 week ago IST
The report noted, "If the crisis persists, it could have material implications for the exchange rate and the current account deficit and could stoke inflationary pressures."
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