US President Donald Trump has urged Iranian diplomats stationed around the world to request asylum, amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran. The call comes as the conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran continues to intensify across the region.

US-Iran War: Trump Urges Iranian Diplomats Worldwide To Request Asylum | WION

The United States has conducted a test launch of a Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) from California, showcasing the country’s nuclear deterrence capabilities amid rising global tensions.

The unarmed missile was launched as part of a routine test designed to demonstrate the readiness, reliability and effectiveness of the US nuclear arsenal. Officials say such tests are conducted periodically to ensure the operational readiness of the Minuteman III system.

The launch comes at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions worldwide, with nuclear powers closely monitoring strategic military developments.


US-Iran War: US Tests Minuteman III ICBM California Amid Rising Global Tensions | WION

Global markets remain cautious as tensions continue to simmer in West Asia, keeping investors on edge and driving volatility in crude oil prices. Concerns over potential disruptions to energy supplies and shipping routes in the region have contributed to fluctuations in oil markets.

Analysts say geopolitical risks linked to the ongoing conflict in West Asia are a key factor influencing investor sentiment and commodity prices, particularly crude oil, which remains sensitive to developments in the region.

US-Iran War: West Asia Tensions Keep Markets On Edge As Crude Oil Prices Remain Volatile | WION 

Iran has announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy shipping routes, warning that ships attempting to pass could be attacked. The declaration came from officials linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as tensions escalate following US-Israeli strikes on Iranian targets.


Israel-US Strike Iran: Iran Announces Closure Of Strait Of Hormuz Amid Escalating War | WION

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has assumed a dominant leadership role in the country’s wartime decision-making as the conflict with the United States and Israel intensifies. Sources say the Guards are now central to military and political decisions, reinforcing a harder line in Tehran during the war.


US-Iran War: IRGC Takes Wartime Command Of Iran As Decentralised Strategy Raises Global Concerns

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) says a new wave of “Operation True Promise 4” attacks has begun, involving missiles and drones targeting Israeli positions. Iranian statements said the strikes were aimed at what it described as “American-Zionist” targets.

Iran Strikes Back: Iran Launches ‘True Promise 4’ Wave, Explosions Rock Tel Aviv And Jerusalem |WION

The US House of Representatives has rejected a resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump’s authority to continue military action against Iran. The measure failed in a 219–212 vote, allowing Trump’s decision to strike Iran to clear another congressional hurdle.

The resolution sought to require the president to obtain formal congressional approval for further hostilities against Iran. It was introduced by lawmakers from both parties who argued Congress should assert its constitutional authority over decisions to go to war.

US-Iran War: US House Rejects Bid To Curb Trump’s Iran War Powers | WION Breaking

Azerbaijan has accused Iran of carrying out a drone attack on its Nakhchivan exclave, injuring four people and damaging infrastructure near the regional airport. Azerbaijani authorities said several drones crossed from Iranian territory, with one striking the airport terminal and another landing near a school.

Following the incident, Azerbaijan closed its southern airspace near the Iranian border for 12 hours and warned that the attack violated international law. Baku has also signalled that it may take retaliatory measures.

Iran has denied responsibility for the incident, saying it does not target neighbouring countries. The attack has raised concerns that the widening conflict in the region could spill into the South Caucasus.

US-Iran War: Azerbaijan Accuses Iran Of Drone Attack, Shuts Airspace Near Border | WION

An Iranian naval vessel sank near Sri Lanka in the Indian Ocean after a U.S. submarine strike, marking an escalation of the widening Iran war beyond the Middle East. Sri Lanka responded to a distress call and rescued 32 sailors while many others remain missing. Another Iranian ship later approached Sri Lankan waters seeking assistance, raising regional security concerns for both Sri Lanka and India as the conflict begins to spill into South Asian waters.


US-Israel War With Iran: Sri Lanka Answers Distress Call, Saves 32 Sailors But Many Missing

Fresh explosions were reported in Doha after missiles were intercepted over the Qatari capital. Authorities in Qatar have begun evacuating residents from areas near the US Embassy as a precaution amid rising regional tensions.


US-Iran War: Explosions In Doha As Missiles Intercepted, Qatar Evacuates Area Near US Embassy

A missile strike has hit the Bapco Energies oil refinery in Bahrain, damaging part of the facility. Authorities confirmed the attack on the major energy installation as tensions continue to escalate across the region amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel.


Iran-US War: Missile Hits Bahrain Bapco Energies Refinery, Oil Facility Damaged | WION

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the United States has clear objectives in its military campaign against Iran and warned that additional actions could follow. Speaking amid the escalating conflict, Hegseth said the US strategy remains focused and that “more yet to come” as operations continue.

US-Iran War: Hegseth: US Has Clear Objectives In Iran War, ‘More Yet To Come’ | WION Breaking

Iranian state media has claimed that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) struck the US aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln during escalating military tensions between Washington and Tehran. According to Iranian statements, missiles were launched toward the carrier as part of retaliation following US and Israeli strikes on Iranian targets.

Iran Strikes Back: Iran Media Claims USS Abraham Lincoln Hit by IRGC | WION 

Israel has launched a new wave of strikes as the conflict with Iran escalates, with reports that a major Iranian university has been targeted.

US-Iran War: Iran's Top University Under Attack | Israel Launches New Wave of Attack | WION 

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the United States has “only just begun to fight” as the war with Iran intensifies. Hegseth said the US campaign is accelerating and will continue as American and Israeli forces expand operations against Iranian military targets.


US-Iran War: Hegseth: ‘We Have Only Just Begun To Fight’, Iran Missile Attacks Drop | WION Breaking

Amid rising tensions in the region, a second Iranian ship has sought assistance from Sri Lanka, while 208 sailors are expected to be brought to Colombo following distress calls in the Indian Ocean. Reports say another vessel is currently near Sri Lanka’s territorial waters, raising security and humanitarian concerns.

Israel-Iran War: Second Iranian Ship Seeks Help From Sri Lanka

US President Donald Trump has called on Israel’s president to immediately pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, arguing that the Israeli leader should focus entirely on the ongoing war with Iran rather than his corruption trial.

US-Iran War: Trump Demands to Pardon Netanyahu Immediately, Wants Him to Focus on War | WION

A major escalation in the Iran conflict unfolded in the Indian Ocean after a U.S. submarine torpedoed the Iranian Navy frigate IRIS Dena near Sri Lanka. The attack reportedly killed at least 87 sailors, while dozens remain missing.

Sri Lankan authorities launched an urgent rescue operation after the vessel issued a distress call, while the Indian Navy also initiated search and rescue efforts in coordination with regional partners. The warship had about 180 crew members on board and had recently participated in a multinational naval exercise before the attack

US-Iran War: US Submarine Sinks Iranian Warship, Indian Navy Joins Rescue After Distress Call 

The Iran-Israel war intensifies as reports reveal the IRGC’s secret “Ghost Command” structure, designed to keep operations running even after leadership losses. Iran has warned of new deadly weapons and strategic surprises, signaling preparations for a prolonged conflict.

Meanwhile, Israel says it has already dropped more than 5,000 bombs on Iranian targets, with the IDF preparing for at least 1–2 more weeks of operations as the war escalates across the region

Israel-US War With Iran: IRGC ‘Ghost Command’ Revealed, Tehran Warns Of Deadly New Weapons 

Iran’s Ambassador to India, Dr Mohammad Fathali, has strongly condemned the sinking of an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean near Sri Lanka, calling it a serious violation of international law. The envoy alleged that the United States and Israel were responsible for the attack, which reportedly killed more than 100 sailors.

US-Israel War With Iran: Iranian Envoy SaysTehran Has Good Relations With New Delhi

The Israel-US war against Iran enters its sixth day as the conflict spreads beyond the Middle East. A drone explosion hit Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan airport, marking a dangerous regional spillover. Iran also claims it struck a U.S. oil tanker in the Persian Gulf while Israel launches fresh large-scale strikes on Tehran.


Israel-US War On Iran Day 6: Drone Hits Azerbaijan Airport

Lebanon has withdrawn visa-free entry for Iranian citizens amid rising regional tensions. The Lebanese cabinet is also considering a ban on activities linked to Iran’s IRGC as Israel’s strikes and ground operations continue. Meanwhile, Hezbollah has intensified counter-attacks against Israeli forces, raising fears of a wider West Asia conflict.


US-Israel War With Iran: Lebanon Bans Visa-Free Entry For Iranians

Iran is facing one of the heaviest waves of strikes in the ongoing West Asia conflict, with Iran’s Red Crescent saying attacks have hit 174 cities across the country. Iranian state media reports that the war has already claimed over 1,200 lives, while Israel says its forces are continuing precision strikes on military assets.


Israel-Iran War: Iran Under Massive Air Assault, 174 Cities Hit, 1,200+ Dead

Iran’s Ambassador to India, Dr Mohammad Fathali, has strongly condemned the sinking of an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean near Sri Lanka, calling it a serious violation of international law. The envoy alleged that the United States and Israel were responsible for the attack, which reportedly killed more than 100 sailors.

The Iranian frigate IRIS Dena was struck in waters south of Sri Lanka during the escalating Iran–US–Israel conflict, with Sri Lankan authorities rescuing survivors after the ship issued a distress call.
Tehran has warned that those responsible for the attack will face consequences as tensions continue to rise across the region.

US-Israel War With Iran: Iran Envoy Slams Warship Strike Near Sri Lanka 

A crude oil tanker flying the Bahamas flag was attacked while waiting in Iraqi waters, marking the first recorded strike in Iraq’s Exclusive Economic Zone. Iraqi authorities say a remote-controlled Iranian boat loaded with explosives carried out the attack near the port area. The incident raises fresh concerns about maritime security and energy supply routes amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region.


US-Iran War: Explosive Boat Hits Crude Tanker In Iraqi Waters

Former Senior Advisor to the U.S. Secretary of Defence Douglas Macgregor calls Trump's Hormuz plan 'invitation to disaster', tells Molly Gambhir: "American era in the Gulf is ending. This war is going to sweep the U.S. out of the Persian gulf...
The world needs India. -- we need a trusted, neutral voice"

US-Israel War With Iran: What Will Be The Role Of China & Russia In The West Asia War? | WION

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a fresh phone conversation with Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi as tensions continue to rise in West Asia. The call marks the second interaction between the two leaders in just six days, highlighting New Delhi’s active diplomatic engagement during the ongoing regional crisis. India has urged restraint and dialogue while closely monitoring the evolving security situation.


BREAKING: India’s Jaishankar Speaks With Iran FM Seyed Abbas Araghchi Again

"America first is dead as far as this administration is concerned, this is Israel first". Former Senior Advisor to the U.S. Secretary of Defence Douglas Macgregor speaks to Molly Gambhir on the West Asia war, says there is no strategy, this is producing a catastrophe and the world is paying for it.


US-Israel War With Iran: Who Really Is In-Charge And Controlling The Iran War? | WION

Tensions across West Asia continue to escalate as Israel launches strikes on Hezbollah positions in Beirut. Meanwhile, Qatar has begun evacuating residents living near the US Embassy in Doha amid rising security concerns. In Azerbaijan, a drone explosion at Nakhichevan Airport has injured at least two people, raising fears of the conflict spreading across the region.


US-Israel War With Iran: Qatar Evacuates Near US Embassy | Drone Blast Hits Azerbaijan Airport 

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims it launched a Khorramshahr-4 ballistic missile targeting Ben Gurion Airport and nearby Israeli air force facilities during the latest escalation. The strike reportedly came as repatriation flights were arriving at Israel’s main international gateway. Even as tensions remain high, Israel has begun gradually reopening its airspace, with outbound flights expected to resume soon.


Israel-Iran War: Iran Targets Ben Gurion Airport With Khorramshahr-4 Missile | WION

A Pakistani businessman, Asif Merchant, has been charged in the United States over an alleged plot to assassinate Donald Trump and other American political figures. Reportedly, Merchant told a U.S. court he was pressured by operatives linked to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, claiming threats were made against his family in Tehran.

US-Iran War: Pakistani Man Charged In Alleged Iran-Linked Plot To Assassinate Trump 

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