In an address after the killing of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-will-respond-to-soleimani-killing-any-time-in-any-manner-foreign-minister-zarif-272013">Iranian top commander Qasem Soleimani</a>, US President Donald Trump alleged that the Iranian military commander was responsible for plotting terror attacks in New Delhi.&nbsp;

In what can be seen as an attempt to rope in the allies after the strikes at the Baghdad International Airport on Friday, Trump said that the slain chief of Iran Revolutionary Guards&nbsp;contributed to "terrorist plots as far away as New Delhi and London".

Trump's comments came during his address in Palm Beach, Flordia.&nbsp;

The US president added that Soleimani's reign of terror is finally over.&nbsp;

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The US President could be referring to a car bomb attack in Iran back in 2012 which targetted the wife of the Israeli defence attache to India.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had alleged that Iran was responsible for the attack.&nbsp;

Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif said that Tehran will respond Soleimani's killing "any time and in any manner".

Meanwhile, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/soleimani-was-plotting-imminent-action-threatening-hundreds-of-american-lives-pompeo-271975">US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo</a> on Friday said that Soleimani was plotting attacks which would have put hundreds of American lives at risk.&nbsp;

"Soleimani was actively plotting in the region to take actions, a big action, as he described it, that would have put dozens if not hundreds of American lives at risk," Pompeo said.

In an address after the killing of Iranian top commander Qasem Soleimani, US President Donald Trump alleged that the Iranian military commander was responsible for plotting terror attacks in New Delhi.

In an address after the killing of Iranian top commander Qasem Soleimani, US President Donald Trump alleged that the Iranian military commander was responsible for plotting terror attacks in New Delhi. In what can be seen as an attempt to rope in the allies after the strikes at the Baghdad International Airport on Friday, Trump said that the slain chief of Iran Revolutionary Guards contributed to "terrorist plots as far away as New Delhi and London". Trump's comments came during his address in Palm Beach, Flordia. The US president added that Soleimani's reign of terror is finally over. × The US President could be referring to a car bomb attack in Iran back in 2012 which targetted the wife of the Israeli defence attache to India. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had alleged that Iran was responsible for the attack. Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif said that Tehran will respond Soleimani's killing "any time and in any manner". Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Friday said that Soleimani was plotting attacks which would have put hundreds of American lives at risk. "Soleimani was actively plotting in the region to take actions, a big action, as he described it, that would have put dozens if not hundreds of American lives at risk," Pompeo said.

Soleimani contributed to plotting terror attacks in New Delhi, London: Trump

A Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist was arrested by Jammu and Kashmir police and security forces on Friday night, police said on Saturday.

The terrorist, identified as Nisar Dar, had earlier escaped from an encounter in Kullan village of Ganderbal district, in which one Pakistani terrorist was killed, Jammu and Kashmir police officer Imtiyaz Hussain said.

"Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorist Nisar Dar arrested by J&amp;K Police &amp; Security Forces. He had escaped from an encounter in Kullan Ganderbal in which one Pakistani terrorist of proscribed terror outfit was killed. This dreaded terrorist was wanted in many terror crimes," Hussain tweeted.

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A Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist was arrested by Jammu and Kashmir police and security forces on Friday night, police said on Saturday. The terrorist, identified as Nisar Dar, had earlier escaped from an encounter in Kullan village of Ganderbal district, in which one Pakistani terrorist was killed, Jammu and Kashmir police officer Imtiyaz Hussain said.

A Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist was arrested by Jammu and Kashmir police and security forces on Friday night, police said on Saturday. The terrorist, identified as Nisar Dar, had earlier escaped from an encounter in Kullan village of Ganderbal district, in which one Pakistani terrorist was killed, Jammu and Kashmir police officer Imtiyaz Hussain said. "Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorist Nisar Dar arrested by J&K Police & Security Forces. He had escaped from an encounter in Kullan Ganderbal in which one Pakistani terrorist of proscribed terror outfit was killed. This dreaded terrorist was wanted in many terror crimes," Hussain tweeted. Further details are awaited.

Jammu and Kashmir: Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist arrested

Amid tensions in the region over the killing of Iran's elite Quds Force, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-will-respond-to-soleimani-killing-any-time-in-any-manner-foreign-minister-zarif-272013">General Qasem Soleimani</a>, US Embassy in Pakistan issued advisory restricting travel of US government employees.

World reacts to killing of Iran's Soleimani by U.S., Mideast countries condemn US strikes in Iraq

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"Given possible reactions to recent events in Iraq, the US Embassy has restricted travel by US government employees. US government personnel in Pakistan are required to postpone non-essential official movements and most personal movements," informed US Embassy in Pakistan on Friday. 
The US consulate in Pakistan to monitor their surroundings for possible demonstrations and suspicious activity. 
 
Washington on Thursday carried out a strike near Baghdad's international airport <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/soleimani-was-plotting-imminent-action-threatening-hundreds-of-american-lives-pompeo-271975">killing</a> Soleimani, a US-designated terrorist, along with six others on the direction of President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/us-military-strikes-in-iraq-stir-regional-hornets-nest-271866">Donald Trump</a>. 
 
The US had accused Soleimani of orchestrating several attacks on coalition bases in Iraq including the December 27 attack in which American and Iraqi personnel were killed.

Amid tensions in the region over the killing of Iran's elite Quds Force, General Qasem Soleimani, US Embassy in Pakistan issued advisory restricting travel of US government employees.

Amid tensions in the region over the killing of Iran's elite Quds Force, General Qasem Soleimani, US Embassy in Pakistan issued advisory restricting travel of US government employees. World reacts to killing of Iran's Soleimani by U.S., Mideast countries condemn US strikes in Iraq × "Given possible reactions to recent events in Iraq, the US Embassy has restricted travel by US government employees. US government personnel in Pakistan are required to postpone non-essential official movements and most personal movements," informed US Embassy in Pakistan on Friday. The US consulate in Pakistan to monitor their surroundings for possible demonstrations and suspicious activity. Washington on Thursday carried out a strike near Baghdad's international airport killing Soleimani, a US-designated terrorist, along with six others on the direction of President Donald Trump. The US had accused Soleimani of orchestrating several attacks on coalition bases in Iraq including the December 27 attack in which American and Iraqi personnel were killed.

US Embassy in Pakistan restricts travel of government personnel

In the wake <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-bushfires-wildlife-destroyed-by-intense-wildfires-could-take-decades-to-recover-271954">devastating bushfires</a> in Australia, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/australian-pm-to-visit-india-in-january-calls-india-a-natural-partner-253636">Prime Minister Scott Morrison</a> has deferred his visit to India which was likely to take place this month.&nbsp;

PM Morrison was also supposed to visit Japan this month, the trip has been postponed.&nbsp;

"I should stress that both of those scheduled meetings are postponed and will move quickly to identify another opportunity," Morrison said as reported by news agency Reuters.

This would have been Morrison's first visit to India after taking charge as the Australian PM.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had extended an invitation to Morrison to visit India.

"So I am honoured to accept the invitation of my friend Prime Minister Modi to visit India in January, including to deliver the inaugural address at the Raisina Dialogue," Morrison had said during the Sydney townhall.&nbsp;

"My visit will be another step in cementing India in the top tier of Australia’s partnerships," he added.

PM Morrison had congratulated Modi after the latter won the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.&nbsp;

PM Modi also congratulated "Prime Minister Morrison for guiding his Liberal-National Coalition Party to victory in recently concluded elections in Australia," a Ministry of External Affairs release said.

In the wake devastating bushfires in Australia, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has deferred his visit to India which was likely to take place this month. PM Morrison was also supposed to visit Japan this month, the trip has been postponed.

In the wake devastating bushfires in Australia, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has deferred his visit to India which was likely to take place this month. PM Morrison was also supposed to visit Japan this month, the trip has been postponed. "I should stress that both of those scheduled meetings are postponed and will move quickly to identify another opportunity," Morrison said as reported by news agency Reuters. This would have been Morrison's first visit to India after taking charge as the Australian PM. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had extended an invitation to Morrison to visit India. "So I am honoured to accept the invitation of my friend Prime Minister Modi to visit India in January, including to deliver the inaugural address at the Raisina Dialogue," Morrison had said during the Sydney townhall. "My visit will be another step in cementing India in the top tier of Australia’s partnerships," he added. PM Morrison had congratulated Modi after the latter won the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. PM Modi also congratulated "Prime Minister Morrison for guiding his Liberal-National Coalition Party to victory in recently concluded elections in Australia," a Ministry of External Affairs release said.

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison defers trip to India, Japan as bushfire crisis looms 

As many as 19 trains are running late due to low visibility in the Northern Railway region.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), dense fog was recorded in parts of India.

"Dense Fog recorded in isolated pockets over East Rajasthan, West MP and Bihar; Moderate to Dense Fog in isolated pockets over West UP and Punjab. Visibility recorded at 0530 hours IST of today (200 m or less): Kota, Gwalior, Jhansi and Gaya-50 each; Agra and Amritsar-200 each," IMD in a tweet said.

Meanwhile, the air quality of the national capital improved from the `very poor` category to the `poor` category.

An AQI between 0-50 is considered good, 51-100 is satisfactory, 101-200 moderate, 201-300 poor, 301 400 very poor and 401-500 is marked as severe/hazardous.

The weather forecast agency has also predicted that Delhi is likely to receive moderate fog in the next week.

 
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As many as 19 trains are running late due to low visibility in the Northern Railway region. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), dense fog was recorded in parts of India.

As many as 19 trains are running late due to low visibility in the Northern Railway region. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), dense fog was recorded in parts of India. "Dense Fog recorded in isolated pockets over East Rajasthan, West MP and Bihar; Moderate to Dense Fog in isolated pockets over West UP and Punjab. Visibility recorded at 0530 hours IST of today (200 m or less): Kota, Gwalior, Jhansi and Gaya-50 each; Agra and Amritsar-200 each," IMD in a tweet said. Meanwhile, the air quality of the national capital improved from the `very poor` category to the `poor` category. An AQI between 0-50 is considered good, 51-100 is satisfactory, 101-200 moderate, 201-300 poor, 301 400 very poor and 401-500 is marked as severe/hazardous. The weather forecast agency has also predicted that Delhi is likely to receive moderate fog in the next week.

19 trains running late due to low visibility in the Northern railway region

Illegal immigrants from Bangladesh are suspected to be involved in the violence during the protests in Seemapuri area of East Delhi, said sources in the Special Investigation Team (SIT) of Delhi Police Crime Branch probing the matter.

According to sources, the SIT is reviewing the criminal records of around 24 such serial offenders.

The officers are also questioning the arrested persons in the matter, sources said.

Delhi police is also identifying whether the Popular Front of India (PFI) had any involvement in the violence that ensued in the national capital during protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act.

Several people have been arrested in connection with the violence that erupted in Seemapuri, Seelampur and Daryaganj area of the city.

Protests have also erupted in various states across the country against the law, which grants citizenship to Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, Parsis, Buddhists, and Christians fleeing religious persecution from Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh, who came to India on or before December 31, 2014.&nbsp;

Illegal immigrants from Bangladesh are suspected to be involved in the violence during the protests in Seemapuri area of East Delhi, said sources in the Special Investigation Team (SIT) of Delhi Police Crime Branch probing the matter.

Illegal immigrants from Bangladesh are suspected to be involved in the violence during the protests in Seemapuri area of East Delhi, said sources in the Special Investigation Team (SIT) of Delhi Police Crime Branch probing the matter. According to sources, the SIT is reviewing the criminal records of around 24 such serial offenders. The officers are also questioning the arrested persons in the matter, sources said. Delhi police is also identifying whether the Popular Front of India (PFI) had any involvement in the violence that ensued in the national capital during protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act. Several people have been arrested in connection with the violence that erupted in Seemapuri, Seelampur and Daryaganj area of the city. Protests have also erupted in various states across the country against the law, which grants citizenship to Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, Parsis, Buddhists, and Christians fleeing religious persecution from Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh, who came to India on or before December 31, 2014.

Delhi Police suspects role of illegal Bangladeshis in Seemapuri violence, say sources

New&nbsp;Zealand&nbsp;has suffered yet another&nbsp;injury&nbsp;blow on their tour of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-marnus-labuschagne-hits-double-ton-in-australias-454-in-sydney-test-272047">Australia</a> on Saturday after confirmation that bowler <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-fast-bowler-ferguson-gets-new-zealand-test-call-262318">Matt&nbsp;Henry</a>&nbsp;broke his left thumb on the opening day of the third test.

The right-arm seamer will&nbsp;continue&nbsp;to bowl in the test, which the tourists must at least draw to avoid a 3-0 series whitewash, but whether he bats will depend on "match conditions",&nbsp;New&nbsp;Zealand&nbsp;Cricket said.

The Blacks Caps lost <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-smith-strikes-a-blow-against-new-zealand-on-boxing-day-270526">Lockie Ferguson</a> to&nbsp;injury&nbsp;in the first test and another pace bowler, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-nz-spinner-somerville-replaces-injured-boult-in-sydney-test-270920">Trent Boult</a>, in the second, while <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australia-beat-new-zealand-by-296-runs-to-win-first-test-in-perth-268378">Tim Southee</a> was dropped for the third to make way for&nbsp;Henry.

Captain <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-new-zealand-sweat-on-ailing-williamson-and-nicholls-271562">Kane Williamson</a>, batsman&nbsp;Henry&nbsp;Nicholls and spinner Mitchell Santner were also ruled out of the third test by a bout of flu.

New Zealand has suffered yet another injury blow on their tour of Australia on Saturday after confirmation that bowler Matt Henry broke his left thumb on the opening day of the third test.

New Zealand has suffered yet another injury blow on their tour of Australia on Saturday after confirmation that bowler Matt Henry broke his left thumb on the opening day of the third test. The right-arm seamer will continue to bowl in the test, which the tourists must at least draw to avoid a 3-0 series whitewash, but whether he bats will depend on "match conditions", New Zealand Cricket said. The Blacks Caps lost Lockie Ferguson to injury in the first test and another pace bowler, Trent Boult, in the second, while Tim Southee was dropped for the third to make way for Henry. Captain Kane Williamson, batsman Henry Nicholls and spinner Mitchell Santner were also ruled out of the third test by a bout of flu.

Aus vs NZ: New Zealand woes continue with bowler Matt Henry injury

Midfielder <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/la-liga-arturo-vidals-late-strike-ensure-barcelona-go-past-bottom-placed-leganes-264136">Arturo&nbsp;Vidal's</a>&nbsp;decision to sue <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/barcelona-real-madrid-draw-as-clasico-marred-by-violence-269061&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjivPr5yenmAhWNzzgGHYhKCscQFjAEegQIAxAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw3nCe6iWq7mw4tGdCV6jpku">Barcelona</a> over a dispute about bonus payments will not&nbsp;affect&nbsp;his standing in the&nbsp;team, coach <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/messi-retirement-date-not-far-away-warns-valverde-266797">Ernesto&nbsp;Valverde</a>&nbsp;said.

The Chilean’s lawyers have filed a complaint to Spain’s player’s union (AFE) citing an unpaid bonus of 2.4 million euros (2.05 million pounds).

"In contractual situations, there's always a difference of opinion and the issue will be resolved internally,"&nbsp;Valverde&nbsp;told a news conference ahead of&nbsp;Barca's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/la-liga-real-madrid-frustrated-by-athletic-and-fall-behind-barca-269641">La Liga</a> match at Espanyol on Saturday.

"We all know Arturo here, he is the same as always and that's that, I don't see any problem. I don't think this will have any impact on the pitch and that's all I'm concerned with. He's training well at the moment."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/teenager-fati-makes-history-as-barcelona-knock-inter-out-of-champions-league-267646">Barca</a>&nbsp;has declined to comment on the complaint, while Vidal said it is “unfair” he has not received all of the 4.1 million euros his people believe he is owed in total in appearance bonuses.

The complaint came a month after Vidal said he would look to leave the club if he did not get more playing time.

The former Juventus and Bayern Munich midfielder has started only four La Liga games this season but could be set for a bigger role after Arthur Melo was ruled out for three more weeks with a groin injury and Carles Alena joined Real Betis on loan.

Barca&nbsp;holds a two-point lead over <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/la-liga-real-madrid-frustrated-by-athletic-and-fall-behind-barca-269641">Real Madrid</a> at the top of the standings and faces an Espanyol side who are bottom of La Liga but will be playing their first game under new coach Abelardo Fernandez.

Valverde&nbsp;added that goalkeeper <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/teenager-fati-makes-history-as-barcelona-knock-inter-out-of-champions-league-267646">Marc-Andre ter Stegen</a> will miss the Espanyol game with a knee problem and was also doubtful for next Thursday's Spanish Super Cup semi-final in Saudi Arabia.

Barca&nbsp;will meet <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/football-iniestas-kobe-win-emperors-cup-in-national-stadium-opener-271652">Atletico Madrid</a> in Jeddah for a place in the Jan. 12 final&nbsp;against&nbsp;Valencia or Real Madrid.

Midfielder Arturo Vidal's decision to sue Barcelona over a dispute about bonus payments will not affect his standing in the team, coach Ernesto Valverde said. The Chilean’s lawyers have filed a complaint to Spain’s player’s union (AFE) citing an unpaid bonus of 2.

Midfielder Arturo Vidal's decision to sue Barcelona over a dispute about bonus payments will not affect his standing in the team, coach Ernesto Valverde said. The Chilean’s lawyers have filed a complaint to Spain’s player’s union (AFE) citing an unpaid bonus of 2.4 million euros (2.05 million pounds). "In contractual situations, there's always a difference of opinion and the issue will be resolved internally," Valverde told a news conference ahead of Barca's La Liga match at Espanyol on Saturday. "We all know Arturo here, he is the same as always and that's that, I don't see any problem. I don't think this will have any impact on the pitch and that's all I'm concerned with. He's training well at the moment." Barca has declined to comment on the complaint, while Vidal said it is “unfair” he has not received all of the 4.1 million euros his people believe he is owed in total in appearance bonuses. The complaint came a month after Vidal said he would look to leave the club if he did not get more playing time. The former Juventus and Bayern Munich midfielder has started only four La Liga games this season but could be set for a bigger role after Arthur Melo was ruled out for three more weeks with a groin injury and Carles Alena joined Real Betis on loan. Barca holds a two-point lead over Real Madrid at the top of the standings and faces an Espanyol side who are bottom of La Liga but will be playing their first game under new coach Abelardo Fernandez. Valverde added that goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen will miss the Espanyol game with a knee problem and was also doubtful for next Thursday's Spanish Super Cup semi-final in Saudi Arabia. Barca will meet Atletico Madrid in Jeddah for a place in the Jan. 12 final against Valencia or Real Madrid.

Vidal's lawsuit against Barca won't affect status in team: Valverde

Over a day after Iran's top commander <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/soleimani-contributed-to-plotting-terror-attacks-in-new-delhi-london-trump-272027">Qasem Soleimani's assassination in US airstrikes</a>, the message from Iran's top leadership remains loud and clear.&nbsp;

From the Iranian president Hassan Rouhani, foreign minister Javad Zarif to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's top leaders have vowed to avenge <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thousands-gather-in-baghdad-to-mourn-soleimani-others-killed-in-us-airstrike-272067">Soleimani's killing</a>&nbsp;but what possible options can Iran take and is military retaliation a possibility?&nbsp;

Regional conflict

This conflict is regional and both the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mike-pompeo-accuses-europeans-of-not-being-helpful-after-us-strikes-272098">United States</a> and Iran will be looking to keep the confrontation within West Asia. Therefore, the American troops in West Asia are the most vulnerable at this point.

The US has its troops in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE, Kuwait, and in Iraq and Syria.&nbsp;

Iran, incidentally, has proxy forces that can strike these troops. The small regiment of troops in Syria are especially vulnerable considering Iran's clout in the country.

In Iraq, the pro-Iranian Shia militants, who are already in a tussle with the US, are a threat to the US troops.

US embassies and consulates

Other possible targets are US embassies and consulates. Earlier this week, the US embassy in Iraq was stormed by Shia militants. Iran's proxies in the neighbouring countries could possibly mount a similar attack.

The recent escalation has also put one particular group of nations uneasy - the American allies in West Asia. The likes of Israel and Saudi Arabia will be watching the developments closely.

For Iran, it wouldn't even require a policy change, as most US allies are sworn enemies of Iran too and they have the means to do it as well. The Hezbollah in Lebanon have mounted attacks on Israel and the Houthi rebels - backed by Iran - are staunch opponents of Saudi Arabia.

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US citizens

American citizens abroad could be possible targets as well, therefore the travel advisories issued by the US.&nbsp;

One thing to understand is the clout that the Iranian proxies have in the neighbourhood.

The Hezbollah are major powerbrokers in Lebanon and the Shia militants in Iraq are integrated into their security forces.

Ports of entries like airports and seaports could be such areas where US citizens could be nabbed by pro-Iranian security forces.

Oil supply

Iran can strangle the world's oil supply. Iranian proxies have hit Saudi oil fields as recently as last September. However, the biggest threat is that of shutting down the Strait of Hormuz.

If the Iranian forces shut the Strait of Hormuz completely, it would put at stake as much as thirty per cent of the world's oil trade. This would starve not just the US but also American allies who are dependent on this oil supply chain.

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Cyberattack

Experts even hint at a possible cyberattack by Iran. Rouhani-led nation has stepped up its cyber arsenal. They have wiper malware that can infiltrate and destroy computer software.&nbsp;

The over-arching trend in the options available for Iran is the use of proxies. They give Iran a wider reach and also the option of plausible deniability.

Ironically, it was Qasem Soleimani who played a crucial role in creating this network of proxies in the first place and now, Iran could very well use his creation to avenge his death.

Over a day after Iran's top commander Qasem Soleimani's assassination in US airstrikes, the message from Iran's top leadership remains loud and clear. From the Iranian president Hassan Rouhani, foreign minister Javad Zarif to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's top leaders have vowed to avenge Soleimani's killing but what possible options can Iran take and is military retaliation a possibility?

Over a day after Iran's top commander Qasem Soleimani's assassination in US airstrikes, the message from Iran's top leadership remains loud and clear. From the Iranian president Hassan Rouhani, foreign minister Javad Zarif to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's top leaders have vowed to avenge Soleimani's killing but what possible options can Iran take and is military retaliation a possibility? Regional conflict This conflict is regional and both the United States and Iran will be looking to keep the confrontation within West Asia. Therefore, the American troops in West Asia are the most vulnerable at this point. The US has its troops in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE, Kuwait, and in Iraq and Syria. Iran, incidentally, has proxy forces that can strike these troops. The small regiment of troops in Syria are especially vulnerable considering Iran's clout in the country. In Iraq, the pro-Iranian Shia militants, who are already in a tussle with the US, are a threat to the US troops. US embassies and consulates Other possible targets are US embassies and consulates. Earlier this week, the US embassy in Iraq was stormed by Shia militants. Iran's proxies in the neighbouring countries could possibly mount a similar attack. The recent escalation has also put one particular group of nations uneasy - the American allies in West Asia. The likes of Israel and Saudi Arabia will be watching the developments closely. For Iran, it wouldn't even require a policy change, as most US allies are sworn enemies of Iran too and they have the means to do it as well. The Hezbollah in Lebanon have mounted attacks on Israel and the Houthi rebels - backed by Iran - are staunch opponents of Saudi Arabia. US citizens American citizens abroad could be possible targets as well, therefore the travel advisories issued by the US. One thing to understand is the clout that the Iranian proxies have in the neighbourhood. The Hezbollah are major powerbrokers in Lebanon and the Shia militants in Iraq are integrated into their security forces. Ports of entries like airports and seaports could be such areas where US citizens could be nabbed by pro-Iranian security forces. Oil supply Iran can strangle the world's oil supply. Iranian proxies have hit Saudi oil fields as recently as last September. However, the biggest threat is that of shutting down the Strait of Hormuz. If the Iranian forces shut the Strait of Hormuz completely, it would put at stake as much as thirty per cent of the world's oil trade. This would starve not just the US but also American allies who are dependent on this oil supply chain. Cyberattack Experts even hint at a possible cyberattack by Iran. Rouhani-led nation has stepped up its cyber arsenal. They have wiper malware that can infiltrate and destroy computer software. The over-arching trend in the options available for Iran is the use of proxies. They give Iran a wider reach and also the option of plausible deniability. Ironically, it was Qasem Soleimani who played a crucial role in creating this network of proxies in the first place and now, Iran could very well use his creation to avenge his death.

Qasem Soleimani's killing: What options does Iran have to avenge top commander's assassination

When the news of the assassination of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-will-respond-to-soleimani-killing-any-time-in-any-manner-foreign-minister-zarif-272013">Iran's top military commander Qasem Soleimani</a> broke out, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/soleimani-contributed-to-plotting-terror-attacks-in-new-delhi-london-trump-272027">US President Donald Trump</a> was enjoying his meatloaf dinner and ice cream at Mar-a-Lago in Florida.

As reported by American media, Trump was savouring his dinner when the Pentagon confirmed having carried out airstrikes at Baghdad International Airport in Iraq that killed Iran's Quds Force chief Qasem Soleimani on January 3.

Trump was eating dinner at his Florida estate in attendance of some friends and politicians.&nbsp;

Trump's all-American meal at Mar-a-Lago amid Baghdad airstrikes and Soleimani's killing reminds of the 2017 incident wherein Trump told Chinese President Xi Jinping about the Syrian airstrikes as the two world leaders dined at his Mar-a-Lago club.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Trump has hailed Soleimani's killing and has said that the top Iranian military chief's "reign of terror"&nbsp;is finally over.

He said that Soleimani contributed to terror plots "as far away as New Delhi and London". Trump's remarks came during an address in Florida.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Iran's Quds Force commander Qasem Soleimani headed the elite military force for over two decades and was one of the most important people in Iran after Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.&nbsp;

Soleimani was killed in US airstrikes that were carried out at Baghdad International Airport on January 3.&nbsp;

 
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When the news of the assassination of Iran's top military commander Qasem Soleimani broke out, US President Donald Trump was enjoying his meatloaf dinner and ice cream at Mar-a-Lago in Florida.

When the news of the assassination of Iran's top military commander Qasem Soleimani broke out, US President Donald Trump was enjoying his meatloaf dinner and ice cream at Mar-a-Lago in Florida. As reported by American media, Trump was savouring his dinner when the Pentagon confirmed having carried out airstrikes at Baghdad International Airport in Iraq that killed Iran's Quds Force chief Qasem Soleimani on January 3. Trump was eating dinner at his Florida estate in attendance of some friends and politicians. Trump's all-American meal at Mar-a-Lago amid Baghdad airstrikes and Soleimani's killing reminds of the 2017 incident wherein Trump told Chinese President Xi Jinping about the Syrian airstrikes as the two world leaders dined at his Mar-a-Lago club. Meanwhile, Trump has hailed Soleimani's killing and has said that the top Iranian military chief's "reign of terror" is finally over. He said that Soleimani contributed to terror plots "as far away as New Delhi and London". Trump's remarks came during an address in Florida. Iran's Quds Force commander Qasem Soleimani headed the elite military force for over two decades and was one of the most important people in Iran after Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Soleimani was killed in US airstrikes that were carried out at Baghdad International Airport on January 3.

Meatloaf and ice cream: Trump savoured an all-American meal as Pentagon confirmed Soleimani's killing

Those opposing the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) should introspect over their stance on the legislation after the incident of vandalism at the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/mob-dispersed-from-nankana-gurdwara-after-man-released-who-abducted-sikh-girl-272031">Nankana Sahib Gurdwara in Pakistan</a> on Friday, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on Saturday.

Speaking to ANI, Puri said that the Friday's incident at one of the holiest Sikh shrines provides yet another proof of the state of minorities in Pakistan.

"This was a wanton act of vandalism, stone-pelting and desecration against one of the holiest Sikh shrines. Those who have taken a stand on the Citizenship Amendment Act clearly either do not realise what they are saying or this is deliberately misleading or treachery," said Puri.

"If any proof were needed about the state of the minorities in Pakistan, this incident after the Friday prayers yesterday provided that proof," Puri said.

"All these people (CAA opposers) should do some series introspection after yesterday's incident."

An angry group of local residents pelted stones at <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/stone-pelting-at-nankana-sahib-gurdwara-india-calls-it-wanton-acts-of-destruction-271983">Gurdwara Nankana Sahib</a> in Pakistan on Friday evening.

The group was led by the family of a boy who had allegedly abducted Sikh girl Jagjit Kaur from her home in August last year.

India has strongly condemned the incident and called upon Pakistan to take immediate steps to ensure the safety and welfare of the members of the Sikh community.

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Those opposing the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) should introspect over their stance on the legislation after the incident of vandalism at the Nankana Sahib Gurdwara in Pakistan on Friday, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on Saturday.

Those opposing the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) should introspect over their stance on the legislation after the incident of vandalism at the Nankana Sahib Gurdwara in Pakistan on Friday, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on Saturday. Speaking to ANI, Puri said that the Friday's incident at one of the holiest Sikh shrines provides yet another proof of the state of minorities in Pakistan. "This was a wanton act of vandalism, stone-pelting and desecration against one of the holiest Sikh shrines. Those who have taken a stand on the Citizenship Amendment Act clearly either do not realise what they are saying or this is deliberately misleading or treachery," said Puri. "If any proof were needed about the state of the minorities in Pakistan, this incident after the Friday prayers yesterday provided that proof," Puri said. "All these people (CAA opposers) should do some series introspection after yesterday's incident." An angry group of local residents pelted stones at Gurdwara Nankana Sahib in Pakistan on Friday evening. The group was led by the family of a boy who had allegedly abducted Sikh girl Jagjit Kaur from her home in August last year. India has strongly condemned the incident and called upon Pakistan to take immediate steps to ensure the safety and welfare of the members of the Sikh community.

Nankana Sahib incident proof of state of minorities in Pak: Hardeep Singh Puri

The Delhi High Court has sought response of the Delhi Government on a petition challenging the city government's decision to stop sales of wine and beer in departmental stores.

The Aam Aadmi Party-led government had on December 19 ordered the closure of departmental stores selling wine and beer following complaints that several permit holders had turned their departmental stores into full-fledged liquor stores which is in clear violation of the excise rules.

Foodland by Orchid, a departmental store, through advocate Amit Saxena, sought to quash and set aside the order passed by the government.

The court while issuing the notice, stayed the Delhi Government's decision till the next date of hearing i.e. February 3.

Recently court had granted relief to several departmental store owners too who had challenged the Delhi government's decision to stop the sale of wine and beer at such stores by staying the orders of government.

As per the reports, the decision was taken by Delhi cabinet earlier this month following complaints that several permit holders had turned their stores into full-fledged liquor vends in violation of the excise rules.

After the decision of the government, several store owners approached the court arguing that they were neither issued any prior notice or given a chance to contest the same and suddenly were slapped with the orders banning the sale of beer and wine.&nbsp;

The Delhi High Court has sought response of the Delhi Government on a petition challenging the city government's decision to stop sales of wine and beer in departmental stores.

The Delhi High Court has sought response of the Delhi Government on a petition challenging the city government's decision to stop sales of wine and beer in departmental stores. The Aam Aadmi Party-led government had on December 19 ordered the closure of departmental stores selling wine and beer following complaints that several permit holders had turned their departmental stores into full-fledged liquor stores which is in clear violation of the excise rules. Foodland by Orchid, a departmental store, through advocate Amit Saxena, sought to quash and set aside the order passed by the government. The court while issuing the notice, stayed the Delhi Government's decision till the next date of hearing i.e. February 3. Recently court had granted relief to several departmental store owners too who had challenged the Delhi government's decision to stop the sale of wine and beer at such stores by staying the orders of government. As per the reports, the decision was taken by Delhi cabinet earlier this month following complaints that several permit holders had turned their stores into full-fledged liquor vends in violation of the excise rules. After the decision of the government, several store owners approached the court arguing that they were neither issued any prior notice or given a chance to contest the same and suddenly were slapped with the orders banning the sale of beer and wine.

Delhi HC seeks city government response on plea against ban on sales of wine, beer in departmental stores

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