Iran: News
US plans 'final blow' to Iran, considers hypersonic missile deployment
United States Central Command (Centcom) chief Admiral Bradley Cooper has briefed President Donald Trump about plans for a "final blow" to Iran.
60-day deadline nearing, US says 'not at war' with Iran
The Donald Trump administration has denied being at war with Iran, despite the ongoing Middle East conflict.
Skeptical US Senate grills Pete Hegseth over Iran war
United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has been accused of giving an inaccurate portrayal of the war in Iran.
Meta blames Iran outages, Russia's WhatsApp curbs for 20M user-drop
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has reported a massive loss of 20 million users in the last quarter.
Trump says he is weighing reducing American troops in Germany
United States President Donald Trump has announced plans to review the possibility of reducing American troops stationed in Germany.
US military campaign in Iran has cost $25 billion: Pentagon
The United States's military campaign in Iran has cost a staggering $25 billion, a senior Pentagon official revealed on Wednesday. This is the first official estimate of the financial burden of the conflict.
Iran to unveil new weapon enemy is 'deeply afraid of'
As tensions between the United States and Iran continue to escalate, Tehran has announced plans to unveil a new weapon the enemy "is deeply afraid of" very soon.
Nepal Airlines apologizes after map shows J&K in Pakistan
Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) has apologized after a promotional graphic that incorrectly depicted Jammu and Kashmir as part of Pakistan went viral on social media.
'Our bill has reached $800M': Iran-US war impacting Pakistan's economy
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran has severely impacted his country's economy.
Oil prices cross $126 as Strait of Hormuz remains shut
Oil prices have continued to rise, with West Texas Intermediate jumping 2.6% to $109.64 a barrel, gaining for the fourth day. Brent surged 7%, crossing the $126 a barrel mark.
US preparing for 'short and powerful' strikes on Iran
United States President Donald Trump is scheduled to be briefed on new military options against Iran by Central Command (CENTCOM) Commander Admiral Brad Cooper on Thursday, two sources told Axios.
'$140 next': Iran warns as oil prices reach historic high
Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has criticized the United States's economic pressure strategy, attributing the rise in global oil prices to it.
Oil prices hit $112 as US considers extending Hormuz blockade
Oil prices have witnessed a sharp rise on Wednesday, extending a multi-day rally.
Iran's employment crisis: 2M people lost jobs due to war
The ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel is causing a major employment crisis in the country.
'We are relatively undefended against missile threats': Pentagon official admits
Top Pentagon officials have admitted that the United States is "relatively undefended" against missile threats from China and Russia.
Iran 'humiliating' US at negotiating table, says German Chancellor
Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz has accused the United States of being "humiliated" by Iran's leadership.
Brent crude nears $110 as US considers Iran's peace proposal
Brent crude oil prices have reached near $110 per barrel. This comes as the US considers Iran's latest proposal to end the ongoing conflict in West Asia.
Rajnath Singh meets Russian, Chinese counterparts at Bishkek SCO summit
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held talks with his Chinese counterpart and was seen interacting with his Russian counterpart on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' meeting in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
Trump unhappy with Iran proposal as nuclear talks sidelined
United States President Donald Trump and his national security team have discussed a proposal from Iran to reopen the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, with one official telling Reuters that "he doesn't love the proposal."
First LNG tanker since US-Iran war crosses Strait of Hormuz
The liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker Mubaraz appears to have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first such transit since hostilities in West Asia escalated two months ago.
Sanctioned Russian oligarch's $500M superyacht slips through blockaded Hormuz
A 142-meter-long superyacht, the Nord, worth over $500 million, has crossed the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz, with 3 conditions
Iran has proposed a deal to the United States, offering to reopen the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.
US budget airlines seek $2.5B bailout amid fuel crisis
A group of US-based budget airlines, including Avelo Airlines and Frontier Airlines, are seeking $2.5 billion in federal financial aid, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Why UBS downgraded IndiGo's stock from 'buy' to 'neutral'
UBS has downgraded IndiGo parent InterGlobe Aviation's stock rating from "buy" to "neutral," and reduced its target price from ₹5,480 to ₹4,940. The move comes amid rising challenges in the aviation sector.
India may exit Iran's Chabahar port project over US sanctions
India is now considering selling its stake in the Chabahar port project in Iran, after the United States sanctions waiver expired on April 26.
Netanyahu's corruption trial testimony postponed indefinitely
The resumption of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's testimony in his ongoing corruption trial has been indefinitely postponed, the Times of Israel reported, citing Hebrew media.
Indian government bonds see decline today: What's the reason?
Indian government bonds witnessed a decline today after the United States called off its planned talks with Iran.
Oil prices surge to $108 amid stalled US-Iran peace talks
Oil prices have surged by nearly 2% today, amid stalled US-Iran peace talks and continued restrictions on shipments through the crucial Strait of Hormuz. The developments have heightened fears of a global supply squeeze.
Iran lawmaker questions Pakistan's mediator role in US-Iran talks
An Iranian lawmaker has expressed skepticism about Pakistan's role as a mediator in ongoing negotiations.
Iran offers US new deal to reopen Hormuz: Report
Iran has proposed a new deal to the United States, offering to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end ongoing hostilities, Axios reported.
Explainer: How Trump's Iran nuclear deal pullout led to crisis
United States President Donald Trump is facing the repercussions of his 2018 decision to withdraw from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) with Iran.
Iran strikes on US bases far worse than disclosed: Report
Recent Iranian strikes on United States military bases in the Persian Gulf have caused extensive damage, NBC News reported. The destruction is far worse than previously disclosed, with repairs likely to cost billions of dollars.
Fed likely to hold interest rates as US-Iran war rages
The US Federal Reserve is likely to keep interest rates unchanged at its upcoming policy meeting, owing to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Trump abruptly cancels Witkoff, Kushner's Pakistan trip for Iran talks
United States President Donald Trump has called off a planned trip by his envoys to Pakistan. The trip was meant for talks with Iranian officials about ending the ongoing war.
Tehran's international airport resumes commercial flights, first since war began
Iran has resumed commercial flights from Tehran's Imam Khomeini International Airport for the first time since the start of hostilities with the United States and Israel two months ago.
Why EU plans to help with Middle East energy infrastructure
The European Union is considering funding alternative energy routes in the Middle East to avoid conflict zones like the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump dispatches Witkoff, Kushner to Pakistan for Iran talks
United States President Donald Trump is sending his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, and special envoy Steve Witkoff to Pakistan this weekend.
Iran-US talks to be held in Pakistan, no direct meeting
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has arrived in Islamabad with a senior delegation, marking a new diplomatic push to revive stalled talks between Iran and the United States.
Israeli PM Netanyahu reveals he underwent treatment for prostate cancer
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has revealed that he underwent treatment for prostate cancer.
US offers $10M bounty for Iranian-aligned Iraqi militia leader
The United States State Department has announced a reward of up to $10 million for information that leads to the identification or location of Abu Ala al-Walai, the leader of the Iran-aligned Iraqi militia, Kataib Sayyid al-Shuhada (KSS).