Tensions have surged again after explosions were reported at Iran’s Lavan refinery shortly after a ceasefire announcement. While officials say there were no casualties, the timing has raised serious concerns about the stability of the truce. In a dramatic escalation, Iran has reportedly launched a fresh wave of strikes targeting the UAE and Kuwait, prompting urgent calls for restraint. 


BREAKING: Iranian Media Claims Iranian Refinery Attacked After Truce Announced 

In a dramatic turn, U.S. President Donald Trump has paused military strikes on Iran just before a looming “obliteration” deadline, opening a narrow window for diplomacy. The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, with Israel also on board, signaling a rare moment of de-escalation. 


BREAKING: Trump Halts Iran Strikes Before ‘Obliteration’ Deadline, Two Week Ceasefire Announced 

The Reserve Bank of India kept its policy stance unchanged amid rising tensions in West Asia. The central bank flagged global uncertainty as the war risk continues to weigh on markets and oil prices.


West Asia War: RBI Maintains Neutral Policy Stance As War Risk Looms Large

Ever wondered how Iran continues to sell oil, especially to China? A new report by The Wall Street Journal claims that China has developed a discreet financial and commercial network to continue buying oil from Iran despite international sanctions.


How China is Powering Iran's Oil Trade

#Gravitas On this day, April 7, 1980, 46 years ago, U.S. President Jimmy Carter cut diplomatic ties with Iran and ordered Iranian diplomats to leave the United States. The decision came amid the escalating hostage crisis after Tehran refused to free 52 Americans held at the U.S. Embassy since November 1979.

April 7, 1980: When U.S. Severed Diplomatic Relations With Iran 

Iranian officials have urged civilians to form “human chains” around key power plants after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened massive strikes on Iran’s infrastructure. The call was made ahead of a deadline set by Trump related to reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil corridor.


US-Iran War Intensifies: Tehran Calls For ‘Human Shields’ After Trump's War Threat 

US-Iran War Explodes: Tehran Calls For ‘Human Shields’ After Trump's Deadly War Threat

Iran has just launched its most devastating missile barrage to date, targeting the heart of Israel. Harrowing footage from Haifa where a residential building has partially collapsed following a direct hit, leaving four people dead and many more missing. We break down the new cluster munition technology being used by the IRGC and the catastrophic failure of regional air defences. As Tel Aviv burns and the death toll rises, is this the start of the final escalation?  


Israel-Iran War: Tel Aviv Under Fire After Tehran Launches New Missile Barrage

US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning amid rising tensions with Iran, saying the country could be destroyed “in one night.” Trump set a deadline for Tehran to agree to U.S. demands, including reopening the Strait of Hormuz and halting its nuclear ambitions.


US-Iran War: Trump Issues New War Warning, Says 'Iran Could Be Destroyed In One Night'

The US is deploying 82 per cent of its JASSM-ER cruise missile inventory toward Iran. These stealthy, 950-km long-range weapons allow precision strikes on high-value targets while keeping aircraft safe from defences.


US-Iran War: Trump's 450 Kg Warhead JASSM-ER Missiles Could Flip The West Asia War

As the US-Iran war intensifies, attention has turned to the elite survival skills that helped a downed American airman stay alive behind enemy lines. The U.S. military trains its pilots under the SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape) program—one of the world’s most demanding survival training systems.


US-Iran War: Trump Tells The Story Behind Second Airmen Rescue 

A former military adviser has warned that the United States could face shortages of key precision-guided missiles amid rising global tensions and sustained military commitments. The warning highlights concerns over defence production capacity, stockpile replenishment rates, and supply chain constraints. As conflicts intensify in multiple regions, experts stress the need to ramp up manufacturing and modernise procurement strategies to maintain deterrence and operational readiness. 

'US Could Run Out of Key Missiles': Former Military Adviser Warns 

Iran has just launched its most devastating missile barrage to date, targeting the heart of Israel. Harrowing footage from Haifa where a residential building has partially collapsed following a direct hit, leaving four people dead and many more missing. We break down the new cluster munition technology being used by the IRGC and the catastrophic failure of regional air defences. As Tel Aviv burns and the death toll rises, is this the start of the final escalation?  

Iran's Unstoppable Missiles Crush Haifa: Tel Aviv Burns 

Tensions have escalated further as Iran questions the true objective of a recent U.S. military rescue operation.

Tehran claims that what Washington described as a high-risk mission to save a downed pilot may have actually been a cover for something far more serious—an attempt to seize enriched uranium.

Iranian officials, including Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei, have called the U.S. narrative a “deception,” raising doubts about why American forces operated in areas far from the reported crash site.

Iran Accusing U.S. of Uranium Heist? 'Rescue Mission a Cover' 

US President Donald Trump has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil route. With nearly one-fifth of the world’s oil supply affected, tensions have surged sharply. The US has warned of possible military action if Tehran fails to comply. Recent strikes near Iran’s Bushehr nuclear facility and attacks on key petrochemical hubs have further escalated the crisis, sending shockwaves through global energy markets.


US-Iran War: Trump Threatens Tuesday Strike on Iran Power Plants, Bridges

Iran claims several US aircraft were destroyed during a high-risk mission to rescue a downed American airman near Isfahan. According to Iranian forces, a C-130 transport plane and two Black Hawk helicopters were hit, while an Israeli drone was also reportedly downed. US reports suggest disabled aircraft may have been deliberately destroyed to avoid capture. The incident highlights the growing intensity and complexity of the ongoing US-Iran confrontation.


Iran Says Several Aircraft Destroyed During US Pilot Rescue Mission

Efforts to ease tensions have hit a roadblock as Iran has reportedly refused to join planned talks with the United States in Pakistan. According to The Wall Street Journal, the move has stalled ceasefire negotiations at a critical moment, raising concerns that diplomatic options are narrowing as the conflict risks further escalation.


US-Iran War: Iran Tells Mediators, No Talks With US in Pakistan 

Tehran claims its coastal cruise missiles have successfully targeted the USS Abraham Lincoln. While the US military denies any damage, the escalating naval conflict in Middle East suggests a new battle of claims and counterclaims. We explore how aircraft carriers are very well protected. Iran claims it has the weaponry to bring down a nuclear powered supercarrier. We bring you the latest facts. 


US-Iran War: US Supercarrier Under Fire In West Asia, US Dismisses Claims

A US fighter jet has been shot down over Iran, marking a major escalation in the ongoing conflict. US officials have confirmed the incident, with a high-risk search-and-rescue operation underway for the crew. Reports suggest one member may have been rescued while another remains missing, as tensions rise and the situation on the ground remains highly volatile.


US-Iran War: US Fighter Jet Downed Over Iran, Search On For Missing Crew

US-Iran War: Did Iran Just Crack The F-35 Stealth Code? 

As tensions escalate in West Asia, Iran has opened a new front, social media. From historical jabs to viral memes, Iranian embassies across the world are mocking the United States and Donald Trump’s stone age warning. Here’s how humour, history, and digital warfare are shaping a new kind of conflict.


US-Iran War: Tehran Attacks Washington With Strong Political & Military Messaging Memes

Tensions have sharply escalated as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claims it targeted the USS Abraham Lincoln with cruise missiles and shot down another F-35 fighter jet. Iran has also released images of alleged debris, while US officials dispute the claims. The conflicting narratives highlight the fog of war, with both sides pushing competing versions as the conflict intensifies.


US-Iran War: Iran Claims USS Abraham Lincoln Targeted With 4 Cruise Missiles

The United States and Israel launched the most intense air campaign since World War Two. More than thirty days later, Iran is still firing missiles, still blocking the world's most critical oil route. New intelligence US suggests nearly half of Iran's missile launchers remain intact and thousands of drones are still in its arsenal. Trump says the war ends in weeks, no deal needed. But Gulf states are furious, the global economy is reeling, and Tehran may have just secured the most powerful position it has ever held. Here is what is really happening, and why this war may have handed Iran exactly what it wanted.


Iran Holds All the Cards | Trump Has No Easy Exit  | Iran's Fire Burns Israel, US Bases, Gulf

Amid the ongoing US‑Iran war, Donald Trump has delivered mixed messages on whether the United States is seeking a way out of the conflict or escalating threats against Iran. In recent addresses, Trump has both suggested a possible withdrawal within weeks and warned of intensified strikes that could send Iran “back to the Stone Age,” without offering a clear exit strategy.


US-Iran War: US Military Begins Targeting Civilian Infrastructure in Iran

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