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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.

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The United States has launched a major military offensive to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil chokepoint, after Iran disrupted shipping routes during the ongoing war. US forces, including A-10 attack aircraft, Apache helicopters, and naval units, are targeting Iranian boats, drones, and missile positions to restore safe passage.

Iran compares US war narrative to Vietnam, says ‘same script, different stage’ amid escalating conflict

The lawsuit, filed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) in the Federal District Court in Boston, alleges that Harvard has “turned a blind eye to rampant antisemitism and discrimination.”

Sean Penn was gifted with a makeshift ‘Oscar’, after skipping the 98th Academy Award ceremony for Ukraine. This year, the actor won the Best Supporting Actor award for his performance in One Battle After Another.

With reports suggesting Adrian Newey is set to leave Aston Martin, Wheatley’s path to the role could be clear. However, the development comes a day after Aston Martin confirmed their backing for Newey.

American far-right political activist Laura Loomer, who had been highly critical of India and Indians, praised the Indian people, calling them the “nicest” she had ever met, and said that it was wrong to call India a third-world country.

After the assassination of multiple leaders, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf is increasingly being perceived to be leading the country's war efforts. Holding a doctorate in political geography, he has held several posts including Tehran Mayor and IRGC Air Force commander. He also unsuccessfully contested the Presidential election thrice.

The central claim behind the Iran conflict is now under serious scrutiny. Top US intelligence testimony suggests Tehran posed no active nuclear threat even as war rhetoric intensified. With insiders silenced and contradictions emerging, is this a case of shifting goalposts? Or a deeper strategic play? Tonight, we ask the tough questions.

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu hinted that a ground operation would be needed in Iran to overthrow the Masoud Pezeshkian-led government. This has sparked speculation about a possible move by U.S. and Israel to deploy troops in Iran to secure enriched uranium as well as seize the strategic Kharg island.

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.

Iran’s use of cluster-warhead missiles is emerging as a major challenge for Israel’s air defence systems, adding complexity to an already intense conflict. Unlike conventional ballistic missiles, these weapons break apart mid-air and release multiple submunitions, spreading over a wide area and making interception far more difficult.

Chuck Norris, the icon of American cinema, passed away at the age of 86 in Hawaii. Days after hospitalisation, the prominent American martial artist and actor breathed his last on March 19.

Legendary martial arts star and actor Chuck Norris passed away in Hawaii after brief illness on Thursday. Norris was 86. Bollywood star Akshay Kumar paid a warm tribute to the legend on his passing.

A new front appears to be opening in the ongoing war in West Asia. The Houthis said they are prepared to respond militarily to ongoing developments in the region, making it clear that all options at the military level are possible. This could draw the Red Sea into the war, turning American and Saudi Arabian assets in the region into even more prominent targets.