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Pakistan players in the Hundred auction are: Haris Rauf, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shadab Khan, Usman Tariq, Saim Ayub, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Amir, Zaman Khan, Usama Mir, Imad Wasim, Akif Javed and Salman Mirza.

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu made his first TV appearance after Iran claimed it struck his office, insisting the Iran operation would be “quick and decisive,” not an endless war. The IRGC said it used Kheybar Shekan missiles, while Israel reported no injuries

The US military confirmed that the death toll has risen to six service members amid the escalating US‑Iran conflict, following Operation Epic Fury and Iranian retaliation attacks. Ongoing hostilities have also seen strikes on allied bases and regional targets, raising tensions and prompting broader security concerns across the Middle East.

Tensions in the Middle East have sharply escalated as Iran launched a large wave of missiles toward Israel and other regional targets in retaliation for recent U.S.–Israeli strikes, marking a significant expansion of the conflict. Sirens blared across Israeli cities as air defenses intercepted incoming projectiles, with some impacts reported in population centers. Amid the growing hostilities and unpredictable security situation, the United States has issued an urgent travel advisory urging its citizens in West Asia to “depart now” due to serious safety risks, including potential missile and drone threats. Governments across the region are warning of further instability as civilian and military targets come under fire.

U.S. President Donald Trump warned that retaliation is imminent after Iranian drones struck the U.S. embassy in Riyadh, causing a limited fire and minor damage, as regional conflict escalates. The president indicated that details of the response will be revealed soon, underscoring heightened tensions across the Middle East.

Iran has rejected any negotiations with former U.S. President Donald Trump as regional tensions intensify. Reports indicate strikes impacting energy infrastructure and key Gulf shipping routes. The escalation follows widening military exchanges across the Middle East, raising concerns over oil supplies, maritime security, and broader geopolitical stability.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned that stronger, more decisive military strikes against Iran are coming as part of the ongoing campaign following Tehran’s retaliatory attacks. Rubio stressed that Washington remains committed to degrading Iran’s military capabilities and countering threats across the region amid a widening conflict. Meanwhile, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has released fresh visual footage of ongoing strikes on Iranian targets, showing U.S. forces hitting key military infrastructure. The United States and its allies continue to emphasise overwhelming force, even as violence spreads across multiple fronts.

UK Prime Minister has confirmed that British military bases will not be used to launch attacks amid rising Gulf tensions. The statement reassures both domestic and regional audiences, emphasizing the UK’s role in defense and diplomacy while avoiding escalation, as conflict dynamics involving Iran and Western forces continue to evolve.

Sohum Shah has recently confirmed that Tumbbad 2 is in the work, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui has officially joined the cast of the sequel. The original cult folklore film was released in 2018.

The United States Department of State has issued an urgent travel advisory urging American citizens across West Asia, including countries such as Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Israel, Jordan, and Kuwait, to “depart now” due to serious safety risks amid the widening conflict between Iran, Israel, and the U.S. The warning follows a large wave of missile and drone strikes launched by Iran toward Israel and other regional targets in retaliation for U.S.–Israeli operations. Tensions have escalated sharply with airspace closures, embassy alerts, and growing concern over civilian safety.

Explosions were reported in Riyadh’s diplomatic quarter after drones targeted the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia’s capital. According to reports, four drones were intercepted while two struck the embassy compound, triggering a fire and emergency response. Saudi authorities have not yet confirmed casualties, but the incident has heightened fears of further escalation in the region. The attack comes amid growing tensions across the Middle East, raising concerns over diplomatic security and regional stability.

Concerns are mounting over whether next month's Bahrain race from April 10-12 and Saudi Arabia a week later will be able to go ahead. US President Donald Trump on Monday said the assault on Iran could go "far longer" than his initial estimates of about a month.

An IRGC general has threatened to attack and burn ships in the Strait of Hormuz, raising tensions in one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints for oil shipments. The warning comes amid escalating US-Iran conflict, with Tehran signaling that any continued military pressure could trigger further attacks on commercial and military vessels.

Hollywood actor Eric Dane passed away at the age of 53 last month after he was diagnosed with ALS. Reportedly, authorities have revealed the official cause of death.

US-Israel-Iran war Live updates: Iran accuses US, Israel of attacking nuclear site at Natanz: State media

The dramatic moment an Iranian missile — claimed on social platforms to be the hypersonic Fattah-2 — evades over ten Israeli interceptors and strikes Israeli territory amid the escalating Middle East conflict. The viral footage shows interceptor rockets launching skyward as the projectile continues straight toward its target, highlighting potential vulnerabilities in current air defenses.

As the US‑Iran war intensifies, the U.S. Department of State has issued urgent travel warnings and emergency advisories urging American citizens to leave West Asia immediately amid escalating safety risks. The “DEPART NOW” notice applies to more than a dozen Middle Eastern countries — including Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the UAE and Yemen — as tensions rise following joint U.S.‑Israeli strikes on Iran and Iranian retaliation across the region.

Authorities in Kashmir Valley urged calm after scattered unrest linked to Middle East tensions. Officials warned against rioting and stone-pelting, stressing peaceful expression and rule of law. Police said strict action would be taken against instigators to maintain order

In the escalating US‑Iran war, President Donald Trump has said the recent strikes on Iran were aimed at destroying Tehran’s ballistic missile capabilities as well as degrading its nuclear and military threats. Trump described the campaign as a necessary defensive action to prevent Iran from developing missiles that could strike U.S. forces or allies, calling the operation essential for American and regional security. He insisted the strikes were focused on eliminating imminent threats rather than pursuing regime change, even as the fighting continues and casualties mount.