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Trump’s Iran strikes, just a month after Venezuela military operation, may have indirectly hit China by choking yet another source of cheap oil supplies. This could affect the energy security of China, the key adversary of the US

Viral clips and reports show an Iranian missile — believed to be a hypersonic or highly maneuverable variant like the Fattah-2 — evading multiple interceptor rockets and penetrating Israel’s Iron Dome and layered air defenses amid the ongoing Iran–Israel conflict. While exact missile types and locations aren’t independently verified, analysts note advanced Iranian missiles are testing the limits of regional defense systems and could pose new strategic challenges.

'EVERYTHING HAS BEEN KNOCKED OUT IN IRAN': Donald Trump

Former U.S. President Bill Clinton addressed renewed scrutiny over a viral hot tub photo included in the latest Jeffrey Epstein document release. During a House deposition, Clinton said he did not know the photo was taken and believed it dated back to a trip to Brunei tied to his AIDS initiative. He also denied any wrongdoing and said the woman pictured was not underage.

'Iran will not 'automatically' fall after Khamenei's death': Farah Pahlavi

Iran’s UN envoy has claimed that the country’s main nuclear facility at Natanz nuclear facility was struck again during recent U.S.–Israeli air operations, citing damage from attacks on Sunday. Tehran insists the site, central to its nuclear programme, was targeted amid the widening regional conflict. However, the IAEA, the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog, says its assessments show “no indication” that any Iranian nuclear installations, including Natanz, have been hit or materially damaged so far, noting it continues to monitor the situation via satellite and has yet to verify on-site evidence. The conflicting statements underscore rising tensions and global concern over nuclear safety amid ongoing hostilities.

Qatar on Tuesday denied claims that it carried out strikes inside Iran over the past 24 hours in retaliation to recent Iranian drone and missile attacks on the Gulf country.

Defending champions India will take on England at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday (Mar 5) in a repeat of the semifinals from the 2022 and 2024 editions.

Defending champions India will take on England at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday (Mar 5) in a repeat of the semifinals from the 2022 and 2024 editions.

U.S. President Donald Trump has sharply criticised Democratic leaders for their response to the ongoing Iran conflict, saying they oppose him “whatever I do” and are politicising issues of national security. Trump’s comments come as Democrats in Congress label recent strikes on Iran as “illegal” and push for votes to restrict his war powers, arguing that only lawmakers can authorise military action.

Top U.S. defense officials have said the ongoing conflict with Iran — involving joint strikes by the United States and Israel — “will not be an endless war,” stressing focused military goals and saying the campaign is not intended to drag on indefinitely. Meanwhile, Iranian leaders have indicated they are prepared to continue fighting and resist pressure, as regional tensions soar and hostilities spread across West Asia.

Government sources said India has sufficient crude oil reserves for 25 days and adequate petrol and diesel stocks for another 25 days, totaling around 50 days of energy security amid rising global tensions. With volatility in West Asia impacting oil markets, officials emphasized that fuel supplies remain stable and there is no immediate cause for concern. India continues to monitor global developments closely to safeguard energy needs.

US and Israel reportedly bombed Iran's Assembly of Experts building in Qom, days after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in their joint strike. If it happened, this could have been aimed as a disruption of the election of the next Supreme Leader. Here is what reports say

On Day 4 of the escalating Iran war, Israel reportedly launched major airstrikes targeting a presidential bureau and key leadership facilities in Iran. The Israeli Air Force is said to have struck parts of Iran’s leadership complex in Tehran, marking a dramatic escalation. With regional tensions soaring, fears of retaliation and wider Middle East conflict continue to grow.

Amid fears of prolonged disruptions to Middle Eastern oil, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and liquefied natural gas (LNG), Russia has offered to continue its energy supply to India. Diplomatic sources say, "Russia ready to full fill India's energy demands in case of continued disruption on energy supplies due to the West Asia crisis."

US-Iran-Israel war: Dow falls 2.2% as geopolitical fear grip US markets

On Day 4 of the escalating Iran war, Israel reportedly launched major airstrikes targeting a presidential bureau and key leadership facilities in Iran. The Israeli Air Force is said to have struck parts of Iran’s leadership complex in Tehran, marking a dramatic escalation. With regional tensions soaring, fears of retaliation and wider Middle East conflict continue to grow.

On Day 4 of the escalating Iran war, Israel reportedly launched major airstrikes targeting a presidential bureau and key leadership facilities in Iran. The Israeli Air Force is said to have struck parts of Iran’s leadership complex in Tehran, marking a dramatic escalation. With regional tensions soaring, fears of retaliation and wider Middle East conflict continue to grow.

Iranian drones struck the United States Embassy in Riyadh, sparking a fire as Tehran widened retaliation in the escalating war involving the United States and Israel. At the same time, Israeli troops moved into southern Lebanon as Hezbollah fired missiles at northern Israel. President Donald Trump said U.S. strikes destroyed Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps command facilities, marking a dramatic regional escalation.