A prolonged gun battle outside a high-rise building housing the Israeli consulate in Istanbul left one attacker dead and two others wounded on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, Turkish authorities said. The exchange of gunfire, which lasted approximately 10 minutes, unfolded just after midday local time (IST equivalent), in a densely populated financial district marked by office towers and heavy security presence. According to officials and eyewitness accounts, police stationed at a permanent c

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Israel carried out a major strike on Iran’s South Pars natural gas field, targeting a key petrochemical facility that accounts for a significant portion of the country’s production, in an escalation that threatens ongoing efforts to broker a ceasefire between Tehran and Washington. Israeli officials confirmed the operation, describing it as a decisive blow to Iran’s energy infrastructure, while warning that further actions could follow despite diplomatic neg

A major security breach occurred at the Delhi Legislative Assembly when an unidentified car, a Tata Sierra with a Uttar Pradesh registration number, rammed through an iron barricade and gained access to the highly secured premises. The incident took place on Monday, April 6, 2026, at around 2 pm and sent shockwaves through the assembly complex. The vehicle entered the Delhi Assembly through Gate No. 2, an access point typically guarded by CRPF personnel, and remained inside the prem

Israel’s parliament approved a controversial law introducing the death penalty for certain Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis during a session held in Jerusalem on Monday, March 30, 2026. The legislation marks a significant shift in Israel’s legal framework for handling security-related offenses and reflects a long-standing push by far-right leaders to impose stricter punishments for attacks described as terrorism. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attended the vote in person and

​MEXICO CITY — Mexico’s government announced on Friday, March 28, 2026, that it has identified signs of life for roughly one-third of the country’s 130,000 registered missing persons, a finding that immediately drew criticism from search groups and human rights advocates who questioned the methodology and intent behind the report. According to officials, a review of government databases—including vaccination records, civil registries, and tax filings—revealed that 40,367 individu

​Washington: Tensions across West Asia have escalated sharply, with the United States issuing a strong warning to Iran to accept defeat or face significantly intensified military consequences. US officials indicated that further retaliation from Tehran could trigger a broader response, signaling a potential widening of the conflict. Iran, however, has dismissed the possibility of negotiations, reaffirming its intent to continue retaliatory strikes amid ongoing hostilities. Military exchang

The conflict in West Asia has entered its third week, with hostilities intensifying across multiple fronts and raising concerns about a broader regional escalation. Israeli President Isaac Herzog called on European nations to support Israel’s ongoing campaign against Hezbollah, as Israeli forces continued ground operations in southern Lebanon. The situation in Lebanon deteriorated further after Hezbollah launched attacks on Israel earlier this month, following the reported killing of Iran’s

A drone-related incident triggered a fire near Dubai International Airport on Monday, prompting authorities to temporarily suspend flight operations as a precautionary safety measure. Officials confirmed that the incident occurred in the vicinity of the airport and affected one of the fuel storage tanks, leading to an emergency response by Dubai Civil Defence teams. Authorities said firefighters were quickly deployed to the scene to contain the blaze and prevent further damage. According to

In the latest escalation of the regional conflict, Iran has issued a

A luxury residential high-rise in Dubai Creek Harbour was struck by

Farooq Abdullah, the 88-year-old President of Jammu and Kashmir’s National

The ongoing conflict between Iran and the joint front of Israel and the United States entered its 12th day on Wednesday, with renewed missile strikes and escalating regional tensions across the Middle East. Iranian forces launched fresh missile attacks targeting central Israel before dawn, triggering air raid sirens in several cities. Israeli air defence systems responded swiftly and intercepted incoming rockets, preventing major damage and casualties, according to preliminary reports. At th

A security incident unfolded near the White House early Wednesday morning after a van crashed into a barricade at Lafayette Square, prompting authorities to lock down parts of downtown Washington, D.C. Police confirmed that the vehicle struck a gate located just north of the White House, an area that is typically crowded with tourists, office workers and government staff during the morning hours. Law enforcement officials quickly responded to the scene and secured the surrounding area as a p

Travelers flying through Texas airports have recently experienced significant security delays, with airport wait times exceeding one hour amid a partial government shutdown affecting the Department of Homeland Security. At some major airports in Texas, security lines stretched over three hours, prompting officials to recommend that passengers arrive up to five hours before their scheduled flights to avoid missing departures. The length of the shutdown remains uncertain as congressional negotiati

The conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran continues to intensify across West Asia, with fighting that began on February 28 now spreading to several countries in the region. The escalation began after coordinated attacks by the United States and Israel on Iranian targets, which triggered retaliatory strikes and military responses that have gradually widened the scope of the conflict. Over the past several days, multiple Gulf nations have reported attacks and security incidents, ra

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for a drone and missile strike targeting the Al Dhafra Air Base in the United Arab Emirates, a facility known to host United States military personnel. In a statement released by the force’s public relations office, the IRGC said its drone unit carried out coordinated strikes on the base, describing it as a major command and control hub for US operations in the region. The statement alleged that 21 personnel connected

At least six people were killed after an Israeli airstrike destroyed a residential building in the town of Jibchit in southern Lebanon early Saturday, according to official reports. Among the victims were four members of the same family, highlighting the growing civilian toll as tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border continue to intensify. The attack was part of a series of overnight Israeli military operations targeting areas in southern Lebanon, where cross-border hostilities have incre

The United States has reportedly suffered nearly $2 billion in military equipment losses during the first four days of escalating hostilities with Iran following a joint US–Israel military campaign. Data compiled from defence assessments and open-source intelligence indicates that multiple American installations across the Middle East were damaged in retaliatory strikes launched by Tehran after the operation that resulted in the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei. One

The Pentagon has identified four of the six United States soldiers killed in a drone strike on a military command center in Kuwait, as families across the country mourn service members who were deployed in support roles far from active combat zones. The soldiers died Sunday when a drone struck a command facility at Port Shuaiba, a strategic location used by US forces operating in the Gulf region. The attack occurred a day after the United States and Israel launched military operatio