US President Donald Trump on Friday sharply criticized NATO allies, accusing them of failing to support Washington and Israel during the ongoing conflict with Iran, while also expressing frustration over their stance on rising oil prices. His remarks highlight growing tensions between the United States and its traditional partners amid escalating instability in the Middle East. In a social media post, Trump described NATO as ineffective without US leadership, calling the alliance a “paper

A major escalation in regional tensions unfolded on Wednesday after Iran’s South Pars gas field was struck, marking the first reported attack on the country’s Gulf energy infrastructure amid the ongoing U.S.-Israel conflict. The incident prompted Tehran to issue a strong warning, stating it would retaliate by targeting oil and gas installations across the Gulf region, raising fears of a broader confrontation affecting global energy security. The strike had an immediate impact on internat

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has confirmed the death of Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib following an Israeli airstrike in Tehran, describing the incident as a “cowardly assassination” that has intensified tensions in an already volatile Middle East conflict. The confirmation came on Wednesday,

China on Tuesday announced that it will extend humanitarian assistance to several West Asia countries, including Iran and Lebanon, as the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Israel enters its third week and continues to escalate. The move reflects Beijing’s growing concern over the worsening humanitarian situation across the region, where sustained military operations have disrupted civilian life and critical infrastructure. Speaking at a regular press briefing, Chinese Foreig

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Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned on Tuesday that any attack targeting the country’s infrastructure would provoke an immediate and proportional response, as tensions continue to rise following recent US-Israel strikes that have escalated the Middle East conflict. In a message posted on the social media platform X, Ghalibaf said Iran would not hesitate to retaliate if its critical facilities were attacked, emphasizing that the country would respond according to what he

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

The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) on Thursday highlighted the strength of American airpower, stating that its capabilities remain unmatched in modern warfare. In a statement released on March 5, the command pointed to the role of the B-52 Stratofortress bomber during the early stages of Operation Epic Fury. According to CENTCOM, within the first 100 hours of the operation, B-52 aircraft carried out strikes targeting Iranian ballistic missile infrastructure as well as command and contro

Canada’s Prime Minister, Mark Carney, raised alarm about his country’s potential involvement in the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran, saying that Canada could not “categorically rule out participation” in the war. His comments, made in Canberra on Thursday, come as the conflict enters its sixth day, with mounting international concerns over its implications. Carney also expressed support for the US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran, albeit “with some regret,” calling th

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

Wealthy residents and business travelers are reportedly paying as much as £260,000, or about $350,000, to leave Gulf countries after a series of Iranian missile and drone strikes targeted locations in the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Bahrain over the weekend. The attacks struck areas that had long been considered secure for residents, tourists, and international business visitors, prompting a sudden rush to exit the region. Riyadh has emerged as a major transit point for those

Official media in Iran has confirmed the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, announcing a 40-day period of national mourning across the country. The announcement was made through state television, which reported that the senior leader died following recent military strikes carried out by the

Iran launched large-scale retaliatory strikes on Saturday after the United States and Israel carried out coordinated military attacks on multiple targets across Iranian territory following the collapse of recent nuclear negotiations held in Oman and Switzerland. The joint offensive, described by Israel as Operation Roaring Lion and by the United States as Operation Epic Fury, reportedly struck more than 30 locations, including government facilities in Tehran and sites suspected of involvement in

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Israel, has strongly reiterated India's stance on the Gaza issue, emphasizing that humanity must never fall victim to conflict. Speaking at a joint press briefing with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, PM Modi expressed India's unwavering support for the Gaza Peace Plan, which was endorsed by the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). He stated that the plan creates a pathway toward peace in the region and reinforced India's commitme

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a significant gesture during his private dinner with Prime Minister Narendra Modi by wearing a traditional Indian jacket, warmly greeting the Indian leader. This thoughtful attire choice was widely seen as a symbol of the growing strategic partnership between India and Israel. The move not only emphasized the strengthening diplomatic and defense ties but also highlighted the personal rapport shared by both leaders, underscoring the deepening coop

President Donald Trump on Thursday announced that the United States will contribute $10 billion to the newly formed Board of Peace, a central element of his 20-point plan aimed at stabilising and rebuilding Gaza. Speaking at the board’s inaugural meeting in Washington, Trump told representatives from nearly 50 countries that the United States intended to play a leading financial role in the initiative, though questions remain about how the funding will be sourced amid the administration’s

The second round of talks between the United States and Iran concluded in Geneva on Tuesday, with both sides signaling cautious optimism about the path forward. The Geneva meet, facilitated through Oman mediation, comes at a sensitive moment in US Iran relations, with diplomatic and military signals unfolding simultaneously across the Middle East. Speaking at the Conference on Disarmament, Iran FM Abbas Araghchi described the latest engagement as a potential turning point. He said a

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to undertake a two-day visit to Israel from February 25 to 26, according to sources familiar with the development. The programme for the trip is currently being finalised, but officials indicate that the visit will include high-level engagements aimed at strengthening the already robust India–Israel partnership. During the visit, Modi is likely to address the Israeli parliament, the Knesset, where discussions are expected to focus on key bilateral an