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Iran war day 21: US President Donald Trump declares a 30-day waiver on Iranian oil. With 140 million barrels of oil unlocked, does this mean the end of the global energy crisis? How will this bankrupt Tehran? All you need to know.

US announced a 30-day "waiver" allowing the sale of Iranian crude already loaded on vessels (as of March 20). The goal? Release 140 million barrels immediately to stabilise a market rattled by Strait of Hormuz closure. The Catch: Iran is blocked from accessing the revenue.

Is Trump preparing to end the Iran war? He says the US is “very close” to victory. But here’s the twist: he has outlined 5 key goals that need to be achieved. Is America's mission almost done, or is this an exit strategy as US burns through nearly $2 billion a day? Scroll to see what’s next.

Sri Lanka has denied a request from the United States to allow combat aircraft landing, highlighting its neutral stance amid rising geopolitical tensions. The move reflects Colombo’s careful balancing in a volatile region. What does this decision mean for global diplomacy and regional security? Watch for the full breakdown.

Trump says US may “wind down” Iran war as goals are nearly met, but drops a shocker, America won’t guard the Strait of Hormuz. With oil surging past $112, who steps in now? A power vacuum or strategic exit? Scroll to understand what’s really happening.

The US military is sending thousands of elite Marines, historically known as ‘Devil Dogs’ for their fierce combat legacy, to the Middle East, signalling a major operation ahead.

The US F-35 stealth jet poses a greater strategic threat to Iran than traditional aircraft carriers. Its radar-evading design, Mach 1.6 speed, and 8,160 kg payload allow it to bypass advanced defences and strike critical targets without warning.

Football star Erling Haaland is making a bold move into chess by investing in Norway Chess and launching the Total Chess World Championship Tour. Backed by FIDE, the new global tour will feature top players competing across multiple formats. With big prize pools and global events, this could transform chess into a major spectator sport.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faced backlash during his visit to a mosque in Sydney on the occasion of Eid. The visit, meant to engage with the Muslim community and mark the festive occasion, was disrupted by protesters who voiced strong concerns over government policies.

A growing outbreak of Meningitis has raised alarm across the United Kingdom. Linked to a crowded nightclub event, cases have risen rapidly with confirmed deaths reported. Health authorities are now investigating possible mutations and warning about limited vaccine availability. As concerns grow, officials urge vigilance to contain the spread.

A US F-35A stealth jet made an emergency landing at a Middle East base after being struck by suspected Iranian fire on a combat mission.

A US F-35 stealth fighter jet has encountered a rare and high-risk engagement scenario while operating over Iranian airspace, underscoring the evolving intensity of the US-Iran war. Reports indicate the aircraft was forced to make an emergency landing after sustaining possible damage, with investigations underway into whether Iranian air defences successfully struck the jet.

In the escalating US‑Iran war and wider Gulf conflict, an Indian national has been confirmed killed in Saudi Arabia, according to the Indian Embassy in Riyadh. The fatality occurred amid recent missile and drone strikes that have targeted residential and strategic areas in the kingdom as tensions intensify across the region

Tensions between the United States and Iran have surged after a joint U.S.–Israel strike on Iranian targets, sparking a major geopolitical crisis. New polling shows a significant portion of Americans disapprove of the conflict and believe President Donald Trump has been too quick to use military force abroad, reflecting growing domestic unease over the escalation and its potential global consequences.

Breaking visuals show the moment Iranian or Hezbollah strikes hit Jerusalem’s Old City, causing explosions and panic among residents. Sirens blared across central Israel as air-defence systems scrambled to intercept incoming rockets.

British ministers discussed Iran’s targeting of unarmed commercial shipping and civilian infrastructure and its blocking of the Strait of Hormuz and confirmed the US would use UK bases in “collective self-defence”, including “defensive operations” degrading missile sites used to attack ships.

A US F-35 stealth jet survived a suspected Iranian strike during a combat mission, safely making an emergency landing at a Middle East base. The pilot remains in a stable condition.

From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone here is a look at five most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions. The auctions that took place in December also saw the likes of Matheesha Pathirana, Kartik Sharma and Prashant Veer make the elite list.

Iran’s use of cluster‑warhead missiles in the ongoing Israel‑Iran war has posed a serious test to Israel’s air defence systems. Instead of a single warhead, these missiles open mid‑air and release multiple submunitions, spreading dozens of smaller explosives over a wide area -a tactic aimed at overwhelming point‑defence systems like the Iron Dome and long‑range interceptors.