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Amid the ongoing US‑Iran war, US President Donald Trump has sent mixed signals about when and how the conflict might end. At times he has hinted that the war could conclude “soon” because there is “practically nothing left to target,” suggesting a swift end, while at other moments he has insisted the military campaign must continue until all objectives are met.

Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has delivered his first address as the Ayatollah in which he urged Gulf nations to shut down US bases. Earlier, a section of Western media claimed that he was in a coma and had lost a leg.

Ali Larijani's statement came days after the American leader threatened to destroy the power generation capacity of Iran within an hour, but expressed hope that this would not be necessary.

US medical giant Stryker suffered a massive cyber attack by Iran-linked group Handala, wiping thousands of global devices. The hackers claim the breach is retaliation for a recent bombing in Iran and the firm's business ties to Israel.

The Israel Defense Forces says it has carried out new strikes on a key nuclear-linked facility at the Parchin military complex near Tehran during the ongoing Israel-Iran war. Israeli officials claim the target was part of a compound where Iran was advancing capabilities linked to nuclear-weapons development.

The United States Department of Energy Secretary, has ruled out the possibility of the United States Navy escorting commercial tankers through the Strait of Hormuz despite rising tensions in the region. The decision comes amid growing security concerns for global shipping routes during the ongoing US-Iran conflict.

The world of camel beauty pageants has once again been rocked by controversy. Twenty camels were disqualified from the Beauty Show Festival in Al Musanaa, Oman, after officials found that the breeders had given them Botox injections.

The Taleghan compound had earlier been struck by Israel in October 2024 in retaliation for an Iranian missile attack in the same month. The IDF said that the recent strike is part of a series of operations aimed at further damaging the Iranian terror regime’s nuclear aspirations.

As the US–Iran war 2026 escalates, Iran’s strategy of threatening or disrupting shipping in the Strait of Hormuz has become a major challenge for Washington. The narrow waterway carries nearly 20% of the world’s oil supply, making it one of the most critical energy chokepoints globally.

In response to the error in the bank app, a spokesperson for Lloyds Banking Group apologised and said the issue had been resolved quickly, but some customers continued to report problems logging into their bank accounts.

The makers have unveiled the teaser of Perfect Crown featuring IU and Byeon Woo Seok. The South Korean show will premiere on April 10.

Iran-linked hackers used wiper malware to erase 200,000 Stryker devices and extract 50TB of data. The cyber attack, a retaliation for a US strike, severely disrupted global medical supply chains.

The Indian government has said alternative fuel options are being activated as global energy markets remain volatile amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Officials say the move is aimed at ensuring stable fuel supplies and protecting the country from potential disruptions to oil shipments, especially through key routes such as the Strait of Hormuz. India imports a large share of its crude oil from the Middle East, and authorities say contingency plans are in place to maintain energy security and prevent major supply shocks for consumers.

A dramatic rescue operation saved 51 crew members after tankers were attacked off the coast of Iraq. According to officials, the vessels came under attack in waters near the Persian Gulf, triggering an emergency response. Rescue teams and nearby ships rushed to evacuate the sailors and bring them to safety.

'Strait of Hormuz closure should be continued as a tool to pressure enemy': Iran's Supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei's first statement

Qatar is the largest exporter of LPG to India, supplying up to 34 per cent of the country's imports, valued at $4.04 billion. The UAE follows as the second-largest supplier. India imports 60 per cent of its LPG, mostly from the Middle East.

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The Israel Defense Forces says it recently struck a site in Iran where Tehran was advancing “critical capabilities” related to nuclear-weapons development. Israeli officials claim the facility played a key role in research and technological work linked to Iran’s nuclear programme. The strike comes amid the escalating Israel–Iran conflict, with both sides exchanging attacks across the region.

A cyberattack by Iran-linked hackers on medical giant Stryker wiped 200,000 devices. The breach has crippled global supply chains and halted electronic equipment orders for hospitals worldwide.