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Benjamin Netanyahu has called on leaders of other countries to join forces against Iran amid the escalating Israel-Iran war, warning that Tehran’s missile capabilities pose a wider global threat beyond the region. The appeal comes as tensions intensify across West Asia following fresh missile exchanges and growing concerns over regional security and long-range strike risks.

Pakistan has risen to the top of the Global Terror Index amid a recent surge in militant attacks and security incidents across the country. Analysts say increased violence from extremist groups and frequent terrorist activities have worsened Pakistan’s ranking, reflecting rising threats to civilian safety and regional stability.

R.L. Stine's Pumpkinhead, which was released last year, will be reportedly getting a sequel. Helmed and written by Jem Garrad, it stars Bean Reid, Adeline Lo, Kevin McNulty, among others.

The 2026 Iran war has severely aggravated Pakistan’s fragile economy, driving fuel prices to record highs and increasing inflation due to disrupted energy supplies. Rising global oil prices, surpassing 100 dollars per barrel, have caused Pakistan’s import bill to surge.

OpenAI has begun testing ads for ChatGPT users on its Free and Go subscription tiers in the US. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the company said that ads do not influence ChatGPT’s answers and are clearly labelled as sponsored, with visual separation from responses. OpenAI said the goal of introducing ads is to keep ChatGPT free for a wider audience with fewer usage limits. The change applies only to lower-cost plans, while paid tiers such as Plus, Pro, Business, Enterprise, and Education will remain ad-free.

More than 250,000 people gathered in Prague, the capital of Czech Republic, in one of the largest protests in recent years. Demonstrators voiced concerns over government policies, media independence, and democratic institutions, signalling growing public dissatisfaction.

Israel's Defence Minister ordered the destruction of Litani River bridges and accelerated border home demolitions to create buffer zones against Hezbollah, citing security needs despite international criticism of civilian infrastructure damage.

Trump's directive comes as the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) faces a catastrophic staffing crisis. Since the partial DHS shutdown began on February 14, over 300 TSA officers have resigned.

Donald Trump warned that the U.S. could “obliterate” Iran’s power plants if Tehran does not reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours. The ultimatum comes amid escalating tensions in the ongoing US-Iran war and growing concerns over disruptions to global oil shipping routes.

The Israeli military chief said Iran launched a long-range ballistic missile toward the U.S.-UK military base on Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, highlighting the expanding range of Tehran’s strike capabilities amid the ongoing Israel-Iran war. The attempted strike, reportedly over 4,000 km away from Iran, has raised alarm about the potential reach of Iranian missiles beyond West Asia and into Europe and strategic U.S. positions. The development signals a major escalation in the regional conflict.

At least 75 people were wounded and several others reported missing after Iranian missile strikes hit the southern Israeli town of Arad amid the escalating Israel–Iran War. Emergency teams rushed to the impact site as rescue operations continued through damaged residential areas.

Israel has warned it may destroy more homes in villages along its border with Lebanon as tensions escalate in the frontier region. The Israeli military has increased troop deployments and surveillance along the border amid ongoing security concerns and cross-border threats.

Iran rejected a UAE-led coalition's condemnation of its actions in the Strait of Hormuz, accusing the US and Israel of aggression while defending its role in regional maritime security.

Cuba offers “serious dialogue” with the US amid a worsening energy crisis and nationwide blackouts, while firmly rejecting any interference in its political system.

Dhurandhar: The Revenge screening at a Hyderabad multiplex turned chaotic after tickets for both the Hindi and Telugu versions of Dhurandhar 2 were sold for the same screen.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu visited Arad and Dimona on Sunday after a barrage of Iranian missiles struck the towns the previous night.

Cabinet Minister Steve Reed dismissed Israeli warnings, stating no evidence suggests Iran can or intends to strike the UK. This follows an unsuccessful Iranian missile attack on the Diego Garcia base.

At least 175 people were injured after Iranian missile strikes hit the southern Israeli cities of Arad and Dimona amid the escalating Israel-Iran war. Israeli authorities said multiple ballistic missiles struck residential areas, triggering emergency responses and raising concerns over air-defence interception gaps

Narendra Modi chaired a high-level emergency meeting to review India’s preparedness amid the escalating war in West Asia. The Prime Minister assessed the country’s fuel and gas supply situation, energy security risks, and contingency planning as regional tensions threaten global oil routes.