Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister has made a defiant declaration, saying Tehran has “no option but to resist” what it calls aggression by the United States and Israel amid the ongoing war. Speaking at the Raisina Dialogue, he framed Iran’s stance as a historic and moral fight and vowed resistance “to the last bullet and last soldier,” while condemning foreign attacks and alleged violations of international law. Get the latest analysis on Iran’s evolving strategy and what this means for regional tensions.

Iran Deputy FM: 'We Are Resisting An Aggression' 

A new SIPRI report highlights a sharp rise in arms imports across West Asia over the last two decades. Aircraft and missile systems dominate the region’s purchases, with the United States remaining the largest supplier. The report sheds light on how prolonged conflicts and security concerns are driving the region’s growing military stockpiles.

US-Israel War With Iran: US Remains Top Supplier As Aircraft & Missile Imports Soar: SIPRI Report

Sri Lanka has confirmed that Iran requested port entry for its ships as rescue operations for Iranian crew members continue. Authorities are evacuating more than 200 sailors from a second Iranian vessel after a reported US submarine attack near Sri Lankan waters. President Ranil Wickremesinghe has directed the navy to move the vessel to Trincomalee port.


US-Iran War: Sri Lanka Evacuates Crew Of 2nd Iranian Vessel, Over 200 Crew To Be Brought Ashore 

Major air traffic disruptions are reported across West Asia as ongoing conflicts escalate. Airlines have canceled and diverted flights due to safety concerns, leaving travelers stranded and airports congested. Experts warn the aviation meltdown could continue until regional tensions stabilize, affecting international travel and cargo operations.

West Asia Aviation Chaos: Flights Disrupted Across West Asia Amid Escalating Conflict

US-Israel at war with Iran: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned that the world faces the highest nuclear threat in decades. He urged global powers to stop nuclear saber-rattling and take urgent steps to halt the growing arms race. The warning comes amid rising geopolitical tensions and fears of nuclear escalation.


US-Israel War With Iran: UN Chief Urges World Leaders To Halt Arms Race

The U.S. military is reportedly using the LUCAS drone, a reverse-engineered version of Iran’s Shahed-136, in its campaign against Tehran. A U.S. admiral praised the cost-effective kamikaze drone as Washington ramps up strikes while Iran continues attacks across the Gulf region.

US-Iran War: US Turns Iran’s Shahed Drone Against Tehran, Admiral Praises LUCAS Kamikaze Drone 

Fresh explosions were heard over Tel Aviv after the Israel Defense Forces said missiles were launched from Iran toward Israel. Air-defence systems were activated to intercept the incoming threat as sirens sounded across central Israel. Authorities urged residents to take shelter while interceptions were reported in the sky.

Iran Strikes Israel: Tel Aviv Explodes After Iran Missile Attack as Defence Systems Intercept

Rising tensions around Iran and the wider West Asia conflict are once again shaking global energy markets. Beyond the immediate shock to oil and gas supplies, analysts say the crisis could accelerate a major global shift toward renewable energy.

Experts believe countries worried about energy security may double down on solar power, battery storage, and domestic clean energy infrastructure to reduce dependence on volatile fossil fuel markets.

US-Israel War Against Iran: Energy Supply Volatility Creates Chaos

India is closely monitoring the escalating Iran war as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh warned that the situation in West Asia remains highly uncertain and difficult to predict. He said disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could impact global energy supplies, trade routes and the wider world economy. Singh noted that instability in the Persian Gulf region directly affects oil and gas supplies and global supply chains. With tensions rising across West Asia, India is assessing the economic and security implications while preparing for potential disruptions in energy markets and maritime trade.


US-Iran War: Rajnath Singh Says Difficult To Predict Future Outlook In West Asia 

US-Israel at War with Iran: Key Developments
- IDF Strikes Hezbollah Sites in Beirut
- Southern Beirut In Ruins After Israeli Strikes
- Trump Rules Out US Troops In Iran
- Trump Wants A Say In Next Iranian Leader
- Saudi Arabia Intercepts 3 Drones East Of Riyadh
- India Gets 30-Day US Waiver On Russian Oil
- Sri Lanka Offloads Crew Of 2nd Iranian Ship

Israel-US War With Iran: IDF Hits Beirut, Saudi Intercepts Iranian Drones |

Donald Trump has rejected the possibility of Mojtaba Khamenei-son of Ali Khamenei-becoming Iran’s next supreme leader. Trump said the U.S. must have a role in Iran’s future leadership and called Khamenei’s son “unacceptable” and a “lightweight,” as Tehran prepares to choose a successor.

US Vs Iran: Trump Rejects Khamenei’s Son as Iran’s Next Leader | Calls Successor “Unacceptable” 

Iran Strikes Israel: Fresh Blasts Heard Over Tel Aviv After Iran Launches Missiles

Sources say the Iranian mission in New Delhi has called on India and other governments to strongly condemn the US‑Israel strikes and what Tehran describes as aggression against Iran, following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a military attack.


Sources: Iran Asks India to Condemn Aggression Against It 

Lebanon’s health ministry says 123 people have been killed in Israeli strikes across the country since Monday. Authorities also reported 683 people wounded as attacks continued across multiple areas.
Officials said the death toll had risen from an earlier figure of just over 100 fatalities. The latest update from the health ministry was released after 16:00 GMT, reflecting the growing number of casualties as strikes continued.
The situation remains fluid as Israeli attacks continue across Lebanon and the casualty toll keeps climbing.

Israel-US Strike Iran: Lebanon Says 123 Killed In Israeli Strikes Since Monday | WION 

Saudi Arabia says it intercepted three missiles that were launched toward one of its military air bases. Authorities said air defence systems successfully destroyed the incoming projectiles before they could reach the target.

US-Iran War: Saudi Arabia Intercepts Three Missiles Fired Toward Military Air Base | WION Breaking

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: Iran Army Claims Its Drone Hit Tel Aviv, Northern Radar Site 

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

Iran will deliver a “very strong response” following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to Iran’s Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali. The envoy made the remarks amid escalating tensions after a joint US-Israeli strike that killed Khamenei and triggered a wider regional conflict.


US-Iran War: Iran Vows Strong Response To Khamenei’s Death, Says Envoy To India | WION 

Iran has warned that any ground invasion of the country would end in disaster for its opponents as the conflict with the United States and Israel intensifies. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran is prepared for such a scenario and warned adversaries against attempting a land assault.


US-Iran War: Iran Warns Ground Invasion Would Be ‘Disaster’ For Its Enemies | WION

As the US-Israel war with Iran continues, a central question on military minds is how long U.S. forces can sustain intercepting waves of Iranian drones and missiles. Tehran has fired hundreds of missiles and one-way attack UAVs in retaliation for U.S. and Israeli strikes, forcing Western air-defence systems like Patriot and THAAD to work overtime to protect bases and allies. Experts warn that while current defence systems can intercept most incoming threats, the high rate of fire is rapidly depleting expensive interceptors and could strain stockpiles if hostilities continue for weeks.


US-Israel War with Iran: Shahed Drones Emerge As A Big Headache For US Military

Sri Lanka has carried out rescue operations involving a second Iranian naval vessel after a US submarine sank the Iranian warship IRIS Dena off the country’s southern coast in the Indian Ocean. The attack dramatically expanded the geographic scope of the US-Israel war with Iran beyond West Asia.

US-Iran War: Sri Lanka Rescues Second Iranian Warship As US-Iran War Spills Into Indian Ocean | WION

Iran’s air defence systems are being targeted in successive strikes by the United States and Israel, according to Tehran-based journalist Yusef Jalali. Jalali reported that multiple attacks have focused on weakening Iran’s defensive capabilities as the conflict intensifies.


US-Iran War: Iran Air Defences Targeted In Successive US-Israel Strikes, Says Tehran Journalist 

The United States has intensified military operations in the ongoing war with Iran, deploying advanced weapons systems including HIMARS rocket launchers and fighter jets operating from the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford.

US-Iran War: US Fires HIMARS Rockets As Jets Launch From USS Gerald R Ford | WION

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has responded to criticism from US President Donald Trump, defending Britain’s decision not to join the initial US-Israeli strikes on Iran. Starmer said the move was taken “in the national interest” and that it is the responsibility of the British government to make decisions based on what is best for the UK.

US-Iran War: Starmer Hits Back At Trump Jibe, Says UK Iran War Decision In National Interest | WION

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