U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Iran against planting naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes. Trump said any attempt to disrupt oil flows through the waterway would trigger severe consequences from the United States.

US-Iran War: Trump Warns Iran Over Strait Of Hormuz Mines, Threatens Massive Retaliation | Breaking

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has fired heavier ballistic missiles as the conflict involving the United States and Israel intensifies. Iranian forces have relied heavily on missile strikes and drone attacks during the war, targeting regional locations and military assets.

Iran-US War: IRGC Fires Heavier Ballistic Missiles As Tehran Unleashes “Monster Missiles” | WION

Industry groups in Germany have urged regulators to impose a fine on Apple, arguing that the company’s recent changes have failed to address concerns related to digital advertising practices.

The groups say Apple’s adjustments do not sufficiently resolve issues affecting competition and advertising transparency. The call for action comes amid ongoing scrutiny of major technology companies in Europe over market practices and regulatory compliance.

German Groups Urge Fine Against Apple, Say Changes Fail To Fix Ad Concerns | WION

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has reiterated that oil prices are expected to fall soon. Speaking to reporters, Leavitt said the administration believes energy markets will stabilise in the near future.

US-Iran War: White House Says Oil Prices Will Drop Soon, Trump Confident Goals Will Be Achieved 

The ongoing conflict in West Asia is beginning to affect India’s domestic economy and energy supply chain. In Mumbai, several restaurants have reportedly cut operating hours amid disruptions and uncertainty linked to the regional situation.

At the same time, Indian refineries have been ordered to prioritise the production of household LPG to ensure adequate supply for domestic consumers. The move highlights concerns about maintaining energy availability as geopolitical tensions continue to impact global oil and gas markets.

US-Iran War | West Asia Conflict Impact: Mumbai Restaurants Cut Hours, Refineries Prioritise LPG

Multiple airlines are set to resume flights to Riyadh, with 58 flights scheduled for March 11 despite ongoing airspace restrictions in parts of the region. Aviation authorities confirmed that operations are gradually restarting as airlines adjust routes and schedules.



US-Iran War: Airlines Resume Flights To Riyadh, 58 Flights Planned Amid Airspace Restrictions | WION

Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz continues to raise concerns over global energy supplies and maritime security. The strategic waterway is one of the world’s most important oil transit routes, with a significant share of global crude shipments passing through it.

Saudi Arabia’s Aramco CEO has warned that the situation could lead to “catastrophic consequences” for global energy markets if disruptions persist. The warning highlights growing fears of supply shocks and wider economic impacts as tensions in the region remain high.

US-Iran War: Iran’s Strait Of Hormuz Blockade Continues | WION

The United Arab Emirates has shut down its Ruwais oil refinery as oil production halts at major facilities across the Gulf region. The shutdown comes amid Iran War.

Ruwais is one of the UAE’s key refining hubs, and the halt in production highlights the potential impact on regional energy supply as facilities across the Gulf face operational interruptions.

US-Iran War: UAE Shuts Ruwais Oil Refinery As Production Halts At Major Gulf Facilities | WION

Russian strikes have damaged a high-rise residential building in the Ukrainian city of Dnipro, according to local officials. Emergency services were deployed after the attack as rescue operations began at the site.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Strikes Dnipro High-Rise, Drops Guided Aerial Bombs On Sloviansk | WION

Ukrainian athlete Murashkovskyi has claimed a silver medal in biathlon after using artificial intelligence tools as part of his training and performance analysis. The athlete said AI helped improve race strategy and preparation, contributing to the strong finish.

The result has sparked interest in how emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence are increasingly being used in elite sports to enhance performance and decision-making.

Ukrainian Athlete Uses AI To Win Biathlon Silver, Murashkovskyi Claims Medal | WION

Three Iranian naval ships earlier sailed through the Indian Ocean after participating in naval events hosted by India. The vessels had taken part in exercises and maritime engagements along India’s east coast before moving through international waters in the region.

The ships were among Iranian naval vessels operating in the Indian Ocean following their participation in India-hosted naval activities, including multinational maritime exercises.


US-Iran War: 3 Iranian Naval Ships Move Through Indian Ocean After Taking Part In India Drills |WION

Countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council — including Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman — host more than 35 million foreign workers, making the region one of the world’s largest hubs for migrant labour.

Workers from India form the biggest expatriate community in the Gulf, with an estimated 9.4 million Indians living and working across GCC nations. Large numbers of migrants also come from Bangladesh, Nepal, Egypt, and the Philippines.

Foreign workers play a crucial role in sectors such as construction, oil and gas, infrastructure, and services, helping power the rapid economic growth of Gulf economies.

US-Iran War: Over 35 Million Foreign Workers In Gulf: Indians Form Largest Expat Community | WION

U.S. President Donald Trump has reacted to the appointment of Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as Iran’s new Supreme Leader. Trump said he was “disappointed” with the choice and expressed scepticism about the new leader. Mojtaba Khamenei was appointed by Iran’s Assembly of Experts following the assassination of his father, becoming the country’s top political and religious authority.

US-Iran War: Trump Unhappy With Iran’s New Supreme Leader After Khamenei’s Son Takes Power | WION

Iran is entering a period of uncertainty following the assassination of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The killing took place on February 28 during strikes in Tehran amid the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Israel.

Following his death, Iran’s Assembly of Experts moved to select a successor and announced Mojtaba Khamenei, the late leader’s son, as the country’s new Supreme Leader.

US-Iran War: Khamenei Assassination Throws Iran Into Uncertainty As Son Mojtaba Named Leader | WION

The United States Navy has escorted ships through the Strait of Hormuz as part of a security mission aimed at protecting maritime traffic in the strategic waterway. According to officials, the escort operation was completed successfully. The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most critical energy transit routes, with a large portion of global oil shipments passing through the narrow channel.

Iran-US War: US Navy Escorts Ships Through Strait Of Hormuz As Mission Declared Successful | WION

As the war in West Asia entered the 11th day, U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that the conflict will end very soon. As per reports, his advisors have asked him to extract U.S. from the war and present a case that the military has largely achieved its objectives. This comes amid concerns over the ongoing energy crisis which is impacting U.S. as well.


White House Panic: Advisers Push Trump to End Iran War

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa praised Brazil’s defence and aviation capabilities as “much more advanced” during recent discussions on military cooperation and technological exchange. Ramaphosa highlighted the importance of learning from countries with advanced defence systems to strengthen South Africa’s military readiness.

New Push For Iran Ceasefire: Brazil's Lula Warns Ramaphosa Of 'Invasion Risk'

As the war involving Iran continues to escalate across the Middle East, AI‑generated imagery and unverified war visuals are flooding social media platforms, blurring the line between real conflict footage and fabricated content.

Multiple videos and satellite images claiming to show dramatic strikes, missile barrages, or destruction in cities like Tel Aviv and Gulf states have been widely shared — but many are now confirmed to be created or manipulated using artificial intelligence tools.

Iran Conflict Explodes With AI War Imagery: Claims Lacking Confirmation

Donald Trump has warned Tehran after Mojtaba Khamenei assumed power following his father’s death. Trump criticised the leadership change, saying the new Iranian leader “won’t last long” without U.S. approval.


US President Trump Disappointed Over Mojtaba Khamenei's Election

U.S. President Donald Trump continues to blam Iran for the deadly school strike that happened during the early phase of the ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran.

The strike, which occurred near a school in Minab, Iran, killed more than 160 people after a missile hit a military facility located next to the school. The attack reportedly took place when U.S. forces launched strikes against Iranian targets during the opening stages of the war.

However, Trump continues to insist that Iran was responsible for the tragedy, claiming Iranian weapons are inaccurate and may have caused the blast.

Iran's Tragic School Attack: Trump Continues To Blame Tehran For Strike 

Iran's IRGC has vowed to attack with further wavelength and intensity to maximise damage. While US President Donald Trump claims to have reduced the capability of Iran to engage in major offensive.

Iran vows to launch missiles with one tonne warhead as war continues in West Asia

Iran’s Foreign Minister has strongly condemned the war actions by Israel and the United States against Iran, calling them wholly unprovoked, illegal, and illegitimate.
The statement comes amid escalating tensions following recent strikes on Iranian targets in Tehran and across the region. Iran’s FM emphasized that the attacks violate international law and threaten regional peace and stability, and called on the international community to hold the aggressors accountable.


Iranian FM Blames US & Israel For Instability in West Asia

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has claimed responsibility for a missile strike on a U.S. military base in Iraq amid the escalating US–Iran war.
The base near Erbil is a key hub used by U.S. and coalition forces operating in northern Iraq.

US-Iran War: IRGC claims strike on US Base in Iraq 

Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss the ongoing Iran war and wider global issues. The discussions also reportedly touched on the global oil market as tensions in West Asia continue to disrupt energy supplies and drive volatility in crude prices.


US-Iran War: Russia's Putin Shares Proposals With Trump to End Iran War

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