Tensions in the Middle East escalated further on Tuesday as Israel reported that Hezbollah launched more than 100 rockets and missiles targeting civilians in the greater Haifa region.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for enhanced long-range defence capabilities after Ukrainian air defence forces destroyed over 50 Shahed drones launched by Russia. Zelenskyy posted on X, stressing the need for unity among global partners and further military support to stop
Iran's Ambassador to India, Dr Iraj Elahi, issued a stern warning to Israel, stating that any strikes on Iranian oil sites would provoke a devastating retaliation from Iran. He emphasised that the consequences of such actions would be "more harmful and painful" for Israel.
He strongly reaffirmed support for anti-Israeli militia groups like Hamas and Hezbollah, portraying this as an Islamic duty. Further he issued warnings of potential direct missile strikes from Iranian soil if deemed necessary.
Oil prices added to earlier gains after President Joe Biden suggested that US and Israeli officials were discussing a possible strike by Israel against Iranian oil facilities, the Washington Post reported
The Ministry of External Affairs has issued an advisory urging Indian nationals to avoid non-essential travel to Iran due to escalating security concerns in the Middle East. Indian citizens residing in Iran are asked to remain vigilant and stay in contact with the Indian Embassy in Tehran
The Israeli Air Force has conducted a series of targeted strikes against Hezbollah's weapons production sites and infrastructure in Beirut, taking measures to minimise civilian harm. The airstrikes come in the wake of Iran's missile attack on Israel, which has escalated tensions across th
After Iran bombarded Israel with a barrage of missile strikes, the United States Secretary of Defence, Lloyd Austin held talks with Israel's Minister of Defence, Yoav Gallant, and assured him of commitment "to remain in close contact."
The Israeli military issued a warning to 20 towns in southern Lebanon to evacuate immediately, as it aims to start limited ground operations against Hezbollah terror group in Lebanon.
US President Joe Biden addressed the recent Israeli strikes on Yemen and said that he held conversations with sides and emphasised that his administration "support the collective bargaining effort."
Russia on Sunday launched an attack on the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, targeting residential buildings. The strikes resulted in 14 people being injured.