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A swarm of more than 100 earthquakes has struck within about 80 kilometres of the Tonopah Test Range, a remote U.S. military site historically linked to weapons testing, prompting unusual attention as global tensions rise.

#Gravitas: Tensions in West Asia are now disrupting one of the most critical shipping routes in the world, the Strait of Hormuz. Nearly one-fifth of the world’s oil moves through this narrow passage. Any disruption here quickly ripples across global markets and straight into people’s pockets.

Pop star Britney Spears was briefly arrested before being released hours later, according to reports.

Iran has threatened to bomb the Israeli nuclear site of Dimona if U.S. and Israel seek regime change. If this threat materialises, it will mark a dramatic escalation in the war. Earlier, Tehran accused U.S. and Israel of striking its Natanz nuclear plant.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has responded to criticism from US President Donald Trump, defending Britain’s decision not to join the initial US-Israeli strikes on Iran. Starmer said the move was taken “in the national interest” and that it is the responsibility of the British government to make decisions based on what is best for the UK.

In a dramatic development amid the Iran war, Donald Trump has reportedly insisted that the United States should have a role in selecting Iran’s next Supreme Leader after the death of Ali Khamenei. Trump reportedly rejected the possibility of Mojtaba Khamenei, the late leader’s son, succeeding him, calling the idea “unacceptable” and saying Iran needs a leader who can bring peace and stability.

An Indian Air Force Sukhoi fighter jet has crashed, triggering search operations by rescue teams.

In the ongoing Israel‑Iran war, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) have intensified their aerial campaign, pounding key Iranian regime command centres, missile hubs, and internal security facilities across Tehran, Isfahan and other regions in a bid to degrade Tehran’s military capabilities.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) says it used the Khorramshahr-4 ballistic missile in its latest attack as the conflict with Israel intensifies. Iranian officials described the missile as part of Tehran’s long-range strike capability.

Israeli tanks have moved into parts of southern Lebanon as tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border continue to escalate. The development comes amid ongoing clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah fighters, raising fears of a wider regional conflict.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims it launched a Khorramshahr-4 ballistic missile targeting Ben Gurion Airport and nearby Israeli air force facilities during the latest escalation. The strike reportedly came as repatriation flights were arriving at Israel’s main international gateway. Even as tensions remain high, Israel has begun gradually reopening its airspace, with outbound flights expected to resume soon.

The United States is looking at Ukrainian interceptor drones as a potential solution to counter aerial threats as its stockpile of expensive missile interceptors comes under pressure. Officials say the growing use of drones and missiles in modern conflicts has highlighted the need for cheaper and scalable defence systems. Ukrainian drone technologies developed during the war with Russia are now drawing attention in Washington as the US military searches for more cost-effective ways to counter incoming drones and missiles while conserving high-value interceptors.

More than 100 earthquakes have been recorded within about 80 kilometres of the Tonopah Test Range, a US military site linked to weapons testing in Nevada. The cluster of tremors has drawn attention due to the location’s proximity to sensitive defence facilities.

Tensions in the Middle East are escalating as thousands flee Beirut after the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) issued evacuation warnings ahead of possible military operations. Reports say Israeli tanks and helicopters have been spotted near the Lebanon border, signaling a potential expansion of the conflict. Lebanese authorities say at least 102 people have been killed in Israeli strikes, raising fears of a wider regional war involving Israel and armed groups in Lebanon.

A global controversy has erupted after users placed over $54 million in bets on whether Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei would be removed from power on the prediction-market platform Kalshi. When Khamenei died following the US–Israel strikes, many traders believed they had won millions. However, the platform froze payouts, citing rules that prohibit markets that directly profit from a person’s death. The dispute has triggered outrage among users and sparked a debate about betting on wars, assassinations and global political events.

The United States and its Gulf allies are scrambling to counter waves of Iranian drones and missiles as expensive interceptor stockpiles rapidly shrink. Washington is now exploring Ukrainian-made drone interceptors and other low-cost alternatives to deal with the growing threat. Countries in the Gulf are heavily relying on Patriot missile defence systems to stop incoming Iranian strikes, but the high cost and limited supply of interceptors are forcing the US and its partners to rethink air defence strategies.

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) launched fresh strikes on Beirut, targeting what Israel says are Hezbollah-linked sites in the Lebanese capital. The attacks come as Israel intensifies military operations across Lebanon amid escalating tensions with Hezbollah.

A Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jet of the Indian Air Force has gone missing after taking off from Assam, triggering an urgent search and rescue mission. The last contact with the aircraft was recorded at 7:42 PM IST, shortly after it departed for its mission. The Indian Air Force has deployed multiple teams to locate the aircraft, with search operations underway across the region as authorities attempt to establish contact with the crew.

US President Donald Trump has urged Iranian diplomats stationed around the world to request asylum, amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran. The call comes as the conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran continues to intensify across the region.