The United States military has announced it will begin a naval blockade of all Iranian ports starting Monday, following the collapse of high-level talks aimed at ending the ongoing conflict. The decision comes after negotiations in Islamabad failed to produce a breakthrough, with Washington blaming Tehran’s refusal to curb its nuclear program. According to US...
Japan is considering releasing an additional 20 days’ worth of oil from its strategic reserves as uncertainty persists over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy route. The move, reported by Kyodo News, could take place as early as May if supply disruptions continue. The country, which relies on the Middle...
The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia and Iran have held their first phone conversation since the outbreak of the US-Israel war against Iran, signalling renewed diplomatic engagement amid escalating regional tensions. The call focused on the evolving situation in the Middle East and the urgent need to prevent further escalation. Both sides emphasised the importance...
A gunfight erupted outside the Israeli consulate in Istanbul, leaving one attacker dead and two others injured after an exchange of fire with Turkish police. The incident took place in the city’s financial district, where security forces quickly responded to armed assailants who opened fire near a police checkpoint. Authorities confirmed that three attackers were...
Tensions in the Middle East surged dramatically after Iran reportedly launched an attack on a major petrochemical complex in Jubail, Saudi Arabia, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. The strike targeted one of the world’s largest petrochemical hubs, a critical site for global energy supply, though initial details on damage and casualties remain...
Hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough between Iran and the United States were narrowly missed as indirect talks failed to produce a concrete agreement, despite intensified mediation efforts. Reports indicate that backchannel diplomacy, facilitated by countries such as Pakistan, brought both sides close to a potential understanding, but key differences ultimately prevented a deal. The United...
The White House has proposed a massive $1.5 trillion defence budget for the upcoming fiscal year, reflecting soaring military costs driven by the ongoing war involving Iran. The proposal marks the largest defence spending request in modern US history, underscoring Washington’s intensified focus on security and military readiness. A significant portion of the budget is...
The United States is considering deploying elite airborne troops to the Middle East as tensions with Iran continue to escalate, raising concerns of a broader regional conflict. Reports indicate that thousands of soldiers from the 82nd Airborne Division—known for rapid deployment and high-risk operations—could be sent to strengthen the US military presence in the region....
At least 70 people, including seven women and 13 children, were killed in a devastating attack on a hospital in Sudan’s East Darfur region, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). The strike targeted El-Daein Teaching Hospital, leaving the facility severely damaged and no longer operational. Health officials reported that the number of injured rose...
Canadian Sikh activist Moninder Singh has said that “silence is not an option” after receiving fresh threats against himself and his family, reaffirming his commitment to continue speaking out despite growing risks. Singh, chairman of the Sikh Federation of Canada, revealed that he was recently informed of assassination threats, adding to fears within the Sikh...