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Saudi military downs drones targeting Shaybah oil field in eastern region
Updated : 2 days, 1 hour ago IST
Saudi Arabia intercepted multiple drones targeting the "Shaybah oil field" as regional tensions soar. Amid the conflict, Russia and Saudi Arabia "emphasised the need" for international efforts to prevent escalation. Meanwhile, the US warned Russia not to intervene, despite Trump and Putin di
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Iran, Russia foreign ministers discuss regional tensions after US-Israel "
Updated : 3 days 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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"Immediately cease military operations": China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi
Updated : 3 days, 22 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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83 children killed, 254 injured amid escalating hostilities in Lebanon: UN
Updated : 4 days, 5 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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"Misinterpreted by the enemy": Iranian President Pezeshkian clarifies stan
Updated : 5 days, 19 hours ago IST
Iranian President Pezeshkian clarified that he seeks "good relations" with neighbours, blaming "enemies" for misinterpreting his stance. While offering an apology and pledging no unprovoked attacks on Gulf nations, he remains defiant against Donald Trump's demand for "unconditional surrender
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"If you kill Americans, we will hunt you down": Secretary of War Pete Hegs
Updated : 5 days, 23 hours ago IST
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth warned that the US will "hunt you down" if Americans are threatened, as President Trump claimed the decimation of Iran's leadership. While military infrastructure is reportedly crippled, US officials suggest a diplomatic deal remains possible if the Irania
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IDF striking IRGC fuel hubs in Tehran to cripple Iranian military infrastr
Updated : 5 days, 23 hours ago IST
The IDF struck IRGC fuel complexes in Tehran, claiming they support "military infrastructure." In response, the IRGC launched its 27th wave of "Operation True Promise 4," using solid-fuel missiles and drones against US and Israeli targets in Haifa, Bahrain, and beyond, amid escalating reg
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MRPL denies rumours of refinery shutdown amid West Asia conflict; confirms
Updated : 6 days, 17 hours ago IST
Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) has officially denied reports circulating on social media regarding a partial shutdown of its facilities, asserting that its operations remain fully functional despite speculation of feedstock shortages. The state-controlled refiner issued
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"Rise of India will be determined by India": EAM Jaishankar asserts nation
Updated : 6 days, 17 hours ago IST
EAM S. Jaishankar asserted India's rise is self-determined, citing the "humane" decision to dock the Iranian vessel IRIS Lavan in Kochi despite regional tensions. He emphasised safeguarding Indian merchant mariners and building an Indian Ocean "ecosystem" through practical projects, resou
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Tehran's Mehrabad Airport ablaze as Israel and Iran exchange fire: Reports
Updated : 6 days, 23 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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Saudi air defences neutralise 16 drones targeting Shaybah oil field in fre
Updated : 1 week ago IST
Saudi air defences intercepted 16 drones targeting the Shaybah oil field and missiles aimed at Prince Sultan Air Base. Amid rising regional tensions, the Kingdom and GCC condemned the "treacherous Iranian aggression," with Riyadh asserting its "full right" to take all necessary measures t
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Israeli Air Force strikes 20 targets in Iran, destroys missile hubs
Updated : 1 week, 1 day ago IST
The Israeli Air Force carried out strikes in Iran, destroying a ballistic missile launcher and air defence systems. The operation targeted multiple military sites, including facilities storing Ghadr missiles, as part of efforts to weaken Iran's missile capabilities amid rising regional te
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