Israel-Iran war
New Delhi: The United States and Israel have commenced extensive military strikes on Iran, marking one of the most significant escalations in Middle East tensions in years. US President Donald Trump declared that “major combat operations” are underway targeting Iranian military capabilities and infrastructure.
Explosions and plumes of smoke have been reported in Tehran, with Iranian airspace closed indefinitely as a result of the attacks. Regional nations including Israel, Iraq, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan, and the UAE have shut their airspace, causing widespread flight suspensions and diversions.
Iran has retaliated with missile and drone strikes, reportedly targeting US bases and Israeli positions, elevating fears of spillover into a broader war. Oil markets and international travel routes are already being disrupted as this developing crisis continues to unfold.
UN Security Council calls for an immediate end to attacks and threats to key global shipping routes amid rising tensions.
Moscow urges US and Israel to stop military action and offers mediation support alongside China and Turkey.
Israeli PM dismisses speculation, saying “I’m alive” amid ongoing conflict.
Israeli PM rejects claims that Israel pushed the US into the ongoing conflict.
Netanyahu states Israel carried out the attack independently, adding US advised holding off further strikes.
Israel reports damage to northern electricity grid following fire incident near key refinery.
UK, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, and Japan urge Iran to halt attacks and ensure safe navigation, warning of global energy and security risks.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday held a telephonic conversation with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar, discussing the ongoing conflict in West Asia and its wider implications.
Jaishankar said the two leaders exchanged views on the evolving situation and its “many repercussions”. The conversation comes amid intensifying hostilities in the region, which have begun to impact global energy supply chains and markets.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held a telephonic conversation with Haitham bin Tariq to discuss the evolving situation in West Asia, amid rising regional tensions and concerns over energy security.
During the conversation, both leaders emphasised the need for dialogue and diplomacy to ease tensions and restore stability in the region. PM Modi reiterated India’s position that peaceful engagement remains essential to resolving the ongoing conflict. He also conveyed Eid greetings to the Sultan and the people of Oman, underlining the strong bilateral ties between the two nations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss the escalating conflict in West Asia, with both leaders emphasising the need for de-escalation and diplomatic engagement.
During the conversation, PM Modi highlighted the importance of reducing tensions and returning to dialogue. He underlined that diplomacy remains key to addressing the crisis and ensuring stability in the region.
Tensions in West Asia have intensified following a drone attack on a key oil refinery in Kuwait, raising concerns over regional stability and global energy security. The incident comes amid escalating hostilities between Iran and Israel, with the United States issuing strong warnings.
A drone strike targeted the Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery in Kuwait, one of the country’s largest and most strategically important oil facilities. The attack triggered a major fire, causing damage to parts of the refinery.
Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, US President Donald Trump has made a significant claim. He stated that Israel carried out the attack on Iran's South Pars gas field, and that the US or Qatar had no role in it. According to Trump, the attack was carried out in "anger" due to ongoing developments in the region.
Trump also stated that Iran retaliated by attacking Qatar's LNG infrastructure without full information, which was "unjustified." He clarified that Qatar was completely unaware of the entire incident and had no connection to it.
Trump warned that if Iran targets Qatar again, the US will take strong action. He stated that in such a situation, the US could destroy the South Pars gas field with full force, even without Israel's assistance.
Major indices drop around 1.5% amid rising oil prices and inflation concerns linked to the ongoing conflict.
Iran has called for a new regulatory framework for ship movement through the Strait of Hormuz once the ongoing conflict concludes, indicating a potential shift in how the critical maritime route is governed.
Abbas Araghchi said Tehran intends to introduce a “new protocol” to manage navigation through the strait, emphasising the need for long-term stability and security in the region.
India is facing emerging concerns over liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supplies as multiple tankers carrying fuel remain stranded near the Strait of Hormuz. The disruption comes amid escalating tensions involving the United States and Iran, affecting movement through one of the world’s most critical energy routes.
According to available data, around 3 lakh metric tonnes of LPG is currently stuck in the region. In household terms, this volume translates to roughly 2.1 crore domestic LPG cylinders, highlighting the potential impact on millions of consumers if delays persist.
Amid the ongoing tensions between Iran and Israel, significant news has emerged. Iran confirmed the deaths of Basij Force commander Gholamreza Soleimani and senior leader Ali Larijani late Tuesday night. According to Iranian state media, both leaders were killed in an Israeli attack. Earlier, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz had claimed that they were killed the night before.
The deaths of these two leaders come at a time when Iran is already facing a war-like situation. The ongoing attacks by Israel and the United States are considered Iran's biggest challenge in recent decades. This incident could prove to be a significant blow to Iran.
Ukrainian President says both nations are closely linked through military cooperation and shared hostility.
Authorities call the strike a serious violation of international agreements and vow to bring those responsible to justice.
Foreign Minister stresses that the country’s institutional structure remains strong despite killings of key figures.
Iran’s Parliament Speaker says the strategic waterway will not return to its pre-war condition, without giving further details.
IRGC acknowledges the killing of Basij chief in a strike and vows continued resistance in response.
201 Ukrainian specialists deployed to UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia to counter Iranian drones; 34 more on standby.
US President says the harm done to Iran could take a decade to repair and vows a more lasting impact.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has indicated that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is unlikely to ease in the near term, adopting a firm stance against the United States and Israel.
In his recent remarks, Khamenei made it clear that Tehran is not inclined towards de-escalation at this stage. His position reflects a broader hardline approach as hostilities in the region continue to intensify.
The director of the United States' National Counterterrorism Center, Joseph Kent, announced on Tuesday that he has resigned owing the ongoing war with Iran.
"I cannot in good conscience support the ongoing war in Iran. Iran posed no imminent threat to our nation, and it is clear that we started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby, ” Kent wrote in a letter addressed to the United States President Donald Trump which he also postes on X.
Israel’s Defence Minister on Tuesday has said that Khamenei aide and Iran’s National Security Chief Ali Larijani was killed in an overnight airstrike, AFP reported.
Initial reports had said Larijani was targeted in the strike, but it was unclear whether he had been killed or injured. There has been no immediate confirmation from Iranian authorities.
According to Israeli officials, the strike was carried out in the heart of Tehran using precise intelligence inputs. The operation was reportedly aimed at eliminating key figures within Iran’s security establishment.
A recent video shared by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sparked renewed online speculation, with social media users questioning a visual anomaly where a ring on his finger appears to briefly disappear.
The clip, posted on his official account on X, shows Netanyahu walking outdoors in Jerusalem and interacting with civilians. The video was released amid ongoing rumours circulating online about his health and safety.
Despite the ongoing tensions in West Asia and growing uncertainty in the Strait of Hormuz, there is some relief for India. Indian-flagged tankers carrying LPG and crude oil are safely arriving at ports in Gujarat. This has provided immediate relief to the country's energy supply and reduced the possibility of any major disruption to the supply chain.
The 'Shivalik' tanker, carrying approximately 46,000 tons of LPG from Qatar's Ras Laffan Port, arrived in Mundra Port on Monday after a nine-day journey. The 'Nanda Devi' tanker, carrying the same amount of LPG, is scheduled to arrive in Kandla Port on Tuesday morning. Both ships are owned by the Shipping Corporation of India and are safely on their way to their destination.
Taliban government in Afghanistan has accused the Pakistani military of carrying out an airstrike on a drug rehabilitation hospital in the capital, Kabul. According to Taliban officials, the attack killed approximately 400 people and injured more than 250. This incident has further escalated already simmering tensions between the two countries.
Afghanistan's Deputy Government Spokesperson, Hamdullah Fitrat, said on Tuesday morning that a large part of the hospital was completely destroyed in the airstrike that occurred on Monday night. He added that relief and rescue teams are on the scene and efforts are underway to extinguish the fire in the building and rescue those trapped in the debris.
Several people died and dozens were injured in a series of blasts near a hospital and two markets in Maiduguri, the capital of Nigeria's Borno state. Officials suspect that it could be a suicide attack.
Iraq said civil defence teams quickly contained a fire on the roof of Al‑Rasheed Hotel after a drone incident in Baghdad’s fortified Green Zone. The Interior Ministry confirmed no casualties or material damage, adding that legal procedures have been initiated.
Kaja Kallas said European Union foreign ministers currently have no plans to expand their Middle East naval mission to the Strait of Hormuz despite rising tensions.
Donald Trump said he heard reports that Mojtaba Khamenei may have been disfigured or lost a leg in recent attacks.
Donald Trump said he called on other countries to assist in securing the Strait of Hormuz not out of necessity, but to see how they would respond.
Donald Trump said Iran has very limited strike capability left, claiming Tehran may soon run out of options in the ongoing conflict.
Donald Trump said Iran has very limited strike capability left, claiming Tehran may soon run out of options in the ongoing conflict.
Donald Trump claimed during a press briefing that he had predicted the September 11 attacks.
Donald Trump said the United States military campaign against Iran is continuing “in full force”.
Donald Trump said US forces focused mainly on military and commercial targets in Iran while avoiding direct strikes on oil infrastructure.
