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Iran's foreign minister dials Jaishankar for 4th time
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has spoken to India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar for the fourth time since the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran.
Report claims Iran's new leader 'in coma' after airstrike
A report has claimed that Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is in a coma after being critically injured in an airstrike.
Afghanistan says Pakistan has bombed fuel depots of private airline
Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid has claimed that the Pakistan Air Force has bombed the fuel depots of Kam Air, a private airline, near the Kandahar Airport in Afghanistan.
Iran claims its missiles hit US warship Abraham Lincoln
Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has claimed that its ballistic missiles have hit the United States aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln.
Trump lifts sanctions on Russian oil to curb prices
The United States has temporarily lifted sanctions on Russian oil currently at sea, allowing it to be shipped globally.
Dubai struck again; video shows smoke surrounding buildings
Dubai authorities have confirmed that debris from a successful interception caused minor damage to the facade of a building in the city center.
US military plane with 5 onboard crashes during Iran operation
A United States Air Force KC-135 aerial tanker crashed in Iraq on Thursday. The aircraft was reportedly carrying five crew members.
Mojtaba Khamenei issues first public remarks as Iran's new leader
Mojtaba Khamenei has issued a stern warning to the United States in his first public statement since becoming the new Supreme Leader of Iran.
Hormuz Strait must remain closed: Iran supreme leader's first message
In his first public statement since being appointed Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei said the Strait of Hormuz shall remain closed as a "tool of pressure" against enemies.
Why UK is replacing Winston Churchill, Shakespeare on currency notes
The Bank of England has announced plans to replace historical figures on its banknotes with images of wildlife.
US likely killed 168 Iranian students due to 'outdated intelligence'
A United States military strike on February 28 hit an elementary school in Minab, Iran, which the state media claimed killed at least 168 children and 14 teachers.
Meghan Markle's Australian retreat sparks mixed responses
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is set to lead a women's retreat in Australia as part of the podcast Her Best Life.
Loud explosions rock Dubai amid Iran's attack on Gulf nations
Explosions were heard in downtown Dubai on Thursday, including a loud blast, AFP reported.
Iran leadership 'intact,' not at risk of collapse: US intelligence
United States intelligence reports have suggested that Iran's leadership remains intact and is not at risk of collapse in the near future despite nearly two weeks of continuous bombardment by the US and Israel, three sources told Reuters.
Iraq shuts all oil terminals after port attack
Iraq has suspended operations at all its oil ports following an attack at the Basra port, which left one dead.
Indian killed in Iran's attack on US-owned oil tanker
An Indian national was reportedly killed in an attack by Iran on a United States-owned oil tanker, Safesea Vishnu, near Iraq.
'Seek permission first to cross Hormuz or be targeted': Iran
Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Naval Force Commander Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri has warned that vessels wishing to pass through the Strait of Hormuz must seek Iranian permission or they could become targets of Iranian attacks.
Iran sets 3 conditions for ending war with US, Israel
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has outlined three key conditions for ending the ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel.
Van crashes into White House barricade; driver detained
A van breached a barricade near the White House on Wednesday morning.
Iran threatens US tech firms operating in Middle East
Iran has issued a stark warning to major US tech companies, including Google, Microsoft, Palantir Technologies, IBM, NVIDIA, and Oracle Corporation.
Youngest victim of Iran-Israel conflict is a 4-month-old girl
The Iranian government has claimed that the youngest victim of the ongoing conflict in West Asia is a four-month-old girl.
Japan to release strategic oil reserves starting Monday
Japan has announced plans to release a portion of its strategic oil reserves as early as on March 16 in a bid to stabilize energy supplies.
Thai ship traveling to India attacked in Strait of Hormuz
A Thai-registered cargo ship, the Mayruree Naree, was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday.
Iran's new supreme leader dead, wounded? President's son clears air
Iran's newly appointed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is "safe and sound," Yousef Pezeshkian, son of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, said after reports claimed he was injured during the ongoing conflict with Israel and the United States.
Meghan Markle joins Sydney women's retreat; entry begins at ₹1.8L
The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, will be the star attraction at a three-day women's retreat in Sydney, Australia.
Video: Air India Express flight makes hard landing in Phuket
An Air India Express flight from Hyderabad to Phuket, Thailand, made a hard landing at the Phuket International Airport on Wednesday.
US: DOGE employee accused of stealing social security numbers
A whistleblower complaint has alleged that a former employee of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), stole sensitive personal information from the US Social Security Administration (SSA).
'Don't make son leader': What Khamenei allegedly wrote in will
Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, was appointed despite opposition from his late father, a new report has claimed.
Black rain in Iran after airstrikes; what are scientists saying
Scientists fear that the Israeli attacks on oil facilities in and around Tehran might have serious repercussions on health and the environment, affecting water and food sources long after the smoke and black rain have cleared.
Video: US says 16 Iranian vessels destroyed in Hormuz
The United States military said it has destroyed 16 Iranian vessels allegedly used for laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz.
White House denies US Navy escorted tanker in Hormuz
The United States military did not provide an escort for a tanker through the Strait of Hormuz, the White House has confirmed.
LEGO-like video claims Trump started Iran war over Epstein files
A video styled like The LEGO Movie, reportedly produced by Iranian-affiliated media, is making waves on social media.
What is happening on day 11 of US-Israel-Iran war
As many as 1,700 people have been killed in Iran, Lebanon and Israel as strikes continue across the Middle East for the 11th day.
Why are thousands of authors publishing 'empty' books
In a unique protest against artificial intelligence (AI) companies using their work without permission, around 10,000 authors have published an "empty" book titled Don't Steal This Book.
'More fun to sink': Trump says 46 Iranian ships sunk
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that the US military has hit 5,000 targets in Iran since the start of the conflict last week. He also said that Iran's missile capability is down to 10%.
Indian businessman opens his 64-unit Dubai apartment for stranded Indians
Yogesh Doshi, Chairman of Al Mizan Group in Dubai, has opened his residential building to Indians who are stranded due to the crisis in the Middle East.
Iran may be activating 'sleeper cells' outside country, report claims
The United States has intercepted encrypted communications believed to have originated in Iran, which could be an "operational trigger" for activating sleeper cells outside the country.
'We decide when war ends': Iran's sharp response to Trump
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of Iran has hit back at United States President Donald Trump's recent remarks about ending the war in Iran.
Iran-US-Israel conflict enters 10th day: Here's what's happening
The United States and Israel on Monday intensified their military operations against Iran as the conflict entered its 10th day.
India rejects Pakistani claim it gave Israel Iranian ship's location
The Indian government has rejected claims that it shared the location of the Iranian naval vessel, IRIS Dena, with Israel.