United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Friday (Apr 19) said that America was "not involved in any offensive operation" and declined to comment on reports of Israel launching a retaliatory offensive against Iran.

US says ‘not involved in any offensive operation’ after Israel carries out retaliatory attacks against Iran

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken repeatedly declined to confirm a reported Israeli attack on Iran on Friday, saying Washington has not been involved in any offensive operations and it was committed to de-escalating tensions in the region.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken says US not involved in Iran incident

Israel has targeted the city of Isfahan in retaliation for the barrage of missiles and drones Iran deployed over the weekend. But why Isfahan? Watch in to know!

Isfahan: The city home to Iranian nuclear facilities

A day after Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel will 'make its own decisions' when responding to Iran's weekend airstrikes, an explosion was reportedly heard near the Iranian city of Isfahan, state media reported. Watch in for more details!

Reports: Explosions heard over Iran's Isfahan air base and nuclear site

The reported explosions in the Iranian regions of Isfahan and Tabriz came amid spiralling geopolitical tensions. West Asia is a vortex of Iran-Israel tensions and did Tel Aviv test Tehran's defence capabilities? Watch to find out!

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Israel-Iran tensions simmer as explosions heard over Iran's Isfahan, Tabriz

Iranians voice concerns over a possible escalation following reports of an Israeli strike on the central Isfahan province, calling war "destructive". Explosions rocked Isfahan province, according to state media, as US officials told American news outlets that Israel carried out a retaliatory strike on the Islamic republic.

Iran-Israel tensions: Iranians react to suspected Israeli strike on Isfahan

Google has laid off 28 employees after their involvement in a protest against the company's latest contract with the Israeli government. Watch to know more.

Google employees sacked over 'office disruptions', calls staff protests 'unnacceptable behaviour'

Watch in top headlines of the hour: - Israel missiles hit Iran, says US media - India's massive election kicks off - Iran media says, 'no missiles from abroad' - US reiterates call for restraint - Sanctions 'attack' on Iran - Blasts at Isfahan, nuclear plants safe

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A day after Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel will 'make its own decisions' when responding to Iran's weekend airstrikes, an explosion was reportedly heard near the Iranian city of Isfahan, state media reported. The cause is currently unknown but airspace over several Iranian cities was closed shortly after the reported explosion.

Explosion heard over Iranian city of Isfahan amid fears of conflict with Israel: Reports

After UAE, severe weather hits Iran. Iran's Konarak and Sistan and Baluchestan provinces hit badly. Watch to know more.

Southeast Iran battles floods: After UAE, severe weather hits Iran

While speaking to Iran Ambassador Iraj Elahi on Israel-Iran tensions, he said 'Israel directly targeted Iranian consulate which means that it has targeted Iranian territory. The miscalculation has consequences and anyone who did that will have to pay for it.'

'Any military action will be responded strongly': Iran Ambassador on Israel-Iran tensions

Israel Defence Minister Yoav Gallant says, 'Israel has freedom of action to do what it wants

Iran-Israel tensions: Iranian commander Ahmad Haghtalab says, 'Tehran could review nuclear doctrine'

Watch in top headlines of the hour: - Israel missiles hit Iran, says US media - India's massive election kicks off - Iran media says, 'no missiles from abroad' - Pakistan: Suicide attack in Karachi - Sanctions 'attack' on Iran - Blasts at Isfahan, nuclear plants safe

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Explosions were heard in Iran. Reportedly, three explosions were heard near an army base in the central city of Isfahan. Flights have been suspended over several cities. Reportedly, drones were also observed in the sky over Isfahan.

Explosions heard in Iran’s Isfahan after alleged Israeli attack

Watch in top headlines of the hour: - Israel missiles hit Iran, says US media - India's massive election kicks off - Phase 1: 166 mn voters, 1625 candidates & 102 seats - Pakistan: Suicide attack in Karachi - Tehran airport resumes flights - Blasts at Isfahan, nuclear plants safe

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Iran's nuclear sites in Israel: West Asia in a vortex of Iran-Israel tension

Israel's Arrow 3 uses hit-to-kill technology, an anti-ballistic missile is used to intercept incoming ballistic missiles in space. Watch to know more.

Israeli banks on the 'Arrow 3': High lethality against tactical ballistic missile

Will Arab nations get trapped in the Israel, Iran conflict? Jordan's King Abdullah II has said that his country must not become 'the theater of a regional war'. Iraq's Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani says 'Our position is clear, and we will not allow Iraq to be thrown into the arena of conflict'. Do these Arab nations have the choice to stay out of the conflict? Are they handcuffed by the U.S.?

Israel vs Iran: Which country will the Arab nations support?

West Asia is tense at the moment the rivalry between Iran and Israel is growing by the day with the two Nations engaging in a high stakes cat and mouse game. Israel has vowed to retaliate despite its Western allies urging restraint. WION's report highlights how Israel may use a more covert and effective weapon at its disposal instead of launching a traditional military strike.

Iran attacks Israel: Retaliation could enter cyber realm

Iran could review its “nuclear doctrine” following Israeli threats to strike the country, a senior Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander said on Thursday. Watch in for more details!

Iran attacks Israel: Iran warns Israel against attacking nuclear sites

Iran attacks Israel: Iran warns Israel against striking its atomic sites

The Iran ambassador to India Iraj Elahi has said that the Indian nationals onboard MSC Aries are free to go. The Israel-linked Portuguese flag was seized by Iran over the weekend and had 17 Indian crew members on board. Speaking to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, the ambassador said, "From the Iranian side, they are free and not detained. Yesterday, the lady was handed over to consulate. Consulate got access to other crew." With the concerted efforts of the Indian Mission in Tehran and the Iranian Government, Indian deck cadet Ann Tessa Joseph from Thrissur, Kerala, who was among the Indian crew members of container vessel MSC Aries, has landed safely at the Cochin International Airport today afternoon.

Indians onboard MSC Aries free to go, Iran Ambassador Iraj Elahi speaks to WION

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