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Israel Defence Minister Israel Katz announced that IDF will intensify its strikes on Iran. This came after Tehran continued its retaliatory attacks on Tel Aviv as well as U.S. bases in West Asia. On the other hand, IRGC reiterated that Strait of Hormuz will remain closed to U.S. and its allies.

From diplomacy to deployment, signs of a further escalation in West Asia are growing stronger. As talks stall, U.S, Iran and Israel are shoring up its forces raising fears of a further prolonger war.

#Gravitas The United States has unveiled a new weapon amid the ongoing war in West Asia. For the first time in active combat, U.S. has deployed uncrewed drone boats.

The group of the world’s seven largest so-called “advanced” economies called for an immediate cessation of attacks on civilian infrastructure and civilians. The foreign ministers reiterated the need to restore safe and toll-free freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

US President Donald Trump has postponed planned strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure for 10 days, citing progress in negotiations. The delay comes amid escalating conflict, global oil concerns, and mixed signals from both sides. Talks continue, but uncertainty remains over whether diplomacy or military action will prevail.

Sustained Iranian air strikes are forcing US troops to withdraw or reduce presence at multiple bases across West Asia. From Kuwait to the UAE, repeated attacks have damaged infrastructure, destroyed key assets and disrupted operations. Iran's Revolutionary Guards warned civilians across the Middle East to stay away from areas near US forces. US soldiers who have been forced into hiding in hotels across the Gulf after strikes on military sites are now on Iran's radar. Iran's military has now warned that hotels sheltering American troops would be targeted as well.

The incident occurred in the afternoon on the Ladakh side of the pass, specifically along the stretch between Zero Point and Minimarg. Officials said that around 12 to 15 vehicles were partially or completely buried under the snow.

#Gravitas First, it was 48 hours, then 5 days, and now 10 days. U.S. President Donald Trump has once again paused strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure. Trump now says the strikes have been pushed to April 6 unless Iran meets American demands. 

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Iran-linked hacker group Handala claims it breached the personal email of Kash Patel, releasing photos and documents online. U.S. officials say the materials appear authentic, though the full extent of the cyberattack remains unclear. The incident raises serious concerns about cybersecurity at the highest levels.

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Amid the ongoing Israel–Iran war, reports suggest Israel’s military chief has warned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of serious strain on the IDF, citing manpower shortages and operational pressure. The warning highlights concerns over long-term readiness as the conflict expands across multiple fronts and intensifies regional tensions.

Israel has launched a fresh wave of airstrikes targeting military infrastructure in Tehran and Isfahan, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. Reports indicate multiple sites were hit as part of efforts to weaken Iran’s capabilities, raising fears of further retaliation and wider regional instability.

Directed by Geetu Mohandas, Toxic is one of the most-anticipated movies of the year. After being pushed from it's March release, the Yash-starrer will hit the theatres in June.

The CPAC 2026 in Texas saw the Iran war emerge as a key issue, with conservatives divided over U.S. involvement. While many backed military action, younger voices and some leaders raised concerns about escalation and long-term consequences.

Group of Seven foreign ministers met on Friday in France to discuss the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with deep divisions apparent over the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, following U.S. President Donald Trump’s repeated complaints that America’s allies have ignored or rejected requests for help in the military operation and in confronting Iran’s retaliatory attacks, including the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to most international shipping.

The intensification of conflict in West Asia is causing profound, long-term environmental damage, intersecting with acute climate extremes that are battering the region in early 2026. Military strikes on critical energy infrastructure have caused severe air and water pollution, while escalating violence forces a shift toward dirtier energy sources and hinders long-term climate goals.

The campaign, known as Operation Epic Fury, has targeted more than 10,000 Iranian military sites since February 28. According to Central Command, about 92 per cent of Iran’s large naval vessels have been sunk.