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US-Israeli strike hits industrial area near Tehran; abandoned warehouse am
Updated : 2 days ago IST
A US-Israeli attack struck an industrial area in Rabat Karim as regional conflict enters its thirteenth day. While an abandoned warehouse was one of the targets struck, Iran has set three conditions for peace. Meanwhile, the IRGC continues retaliatory strikes against US bases and tankers ami
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UAE air defences respond to missile threat; residents told to stay in safe
Updated : 2 days, 3 hours ago IST
The UAE has activated air defences to intercept an Iranian missile and drone attack, advising residents to "remain in a safe location." Authorities have intercepted over 1,700 threats since the conflict began. While most were neutralised, hostilities have tragically caused six deaths and 131
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UK Maritime Organisation says 3 Merchant Vessels struck by projectiles in
Updated : 2 days, 2 hours ago IST
Two oil tankers caught fire near Iraq after being struck by an "unknown projectile," with UKMTO reporting all crew are "evacuated and safe." This follows a surge in maritime attacks amid regional conflict, drawing a sharp response from India and warnings from President Trump regarding the
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Bahrain warns residents to stay indoors after Iranian strike on Muharraq f
Updated : 2 days, 4 hours ago IST
Bahrain has advised residents in several areas to "remain in their homes" and "close windows" following a major blaze in Muharraq Governorate. The Ministry described the move as a "precaution against potential effects of smoke" after Al Jazeera reported an Iranian strike on local fuel storag
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International Crisis Group delegation meets MEA Secy South; discusses conf
Updated : 3 days, 6 hours ago IST
A delegation from the International Crisis Group lead by its CEO Comfort Ero, met the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Secretary (South) Neena Malhotra on Tuesday.
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"Iraq should not be used as a launch pad for attacks," PM al-Sudani tells
Updated : 3 days, 22 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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191 injured in Israel over last 24 hours as conflict with Iran intensifies
Updated : 3 days, 23 hours ago IST
Israeli health authorities reported 191 injuries in 24 hours amid escalating hostilities with Iran. Over 2,300 people have been hospitalised since 28 February. Additionally, an Iranian missile strike in Yehud killed one person on Monday, according to Al Jazeera, as medical teams continue tre
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China increases defence spending amidst world chaos
Updated : 4 days ago IST
China has announced a 7 per cent increase in its 2026 defence budget to roughly USD 277 billion. Amidst regional conflicts and military purges, Beijing is prioritising modernisation and "sovereign rights." While feeling vulnerable due to energy dependencies, China is choosing diplomatic enga
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Saudi Arabia condemns "repeated targeting" of diplomatic premises as "clea
Updated : 4 days, 1 hour ago IST
Saudi Arabia and the UAE have condemned a drone strike on the UAE's Iraqi consulate as a "clear violation" of international law. Australia is deploying military assets to bolster UAE defences, while US President Trump described the regional conflict as a "short-term excursion" that could end
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UAE consulate in Iraq targeted by drone strike hours after nation slams be
Updated : 4 days, 2 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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CBSE postpones Class XII board exams in Middle East amid regional conflict
Updated : 4 days, 15 hours ago IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Monday postponed Class XII board examinations scheduled in several Middle Eastern countries amid the prevailing regional situation and concerns over students' well-being.
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"Dialogue and diplomacy should be pursued": Jaishankar briefs Parliament o
Updated : 5 days 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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