Iran's Kheibar Shekan ballistic missile is drawing renewed attention after a report highlighted its ability to challenge advanced U.S. and allied air defence systems. The report describes the solid-fuel missile as a cost-effective yet highly capable weapon, placing missiles, drones and regional deterrence back at the centre of West Asia's evolving security landscape.

US-Iran War: Iran's Kheibar Shekan missile beats American air defences

Saudi Arabia said its air defenses intercepted and destroyed several drones that attempted to target oil facilities in the Eastern Province and Riyadh, blaming Iran-backed militias operating from Iraq for the attacks.

Ministry of Defense spokesman Maj. Gen. Turki Al-Maliki said on Monday the attempted attacks took place over the past several hours and described them as terrorist acts launched from Iraqi territory.

Saudi Arabia: Iran-backed militias attempted to target oil facilities

A temporary pause in hostilities between the United States and Iran appeared to hold on Monday. The U.S. halted nearly two weeks of military strikes on Friday to allow diplomatic efforts to move forward, while Iran has also refrained from launching fresh attacks on regional targets. 

US-Iran War: US says Trump pausing strikes to give space to diplomacy

Could the Iran conflict trigger a new nuclear arms race in West Asia? As missiles, drones and deterrence dominate military calculations, regional powers are reassessing their security strategies. The war is raising fresh concerns about proliferation, strategic balance and the future of stability in the Middle East.

Iran war puts missiles, drones and deterrence in focus

IRGC has claimed major hits and destruction in retaliatory strikes on U.S. bases in Jordan and Kuwait. Attention is now turning to Washington's likely response, the risk of further escalation, and reports suggesting Russia may have quietly assisted Iran in targeting alleged U.S. CIA sites.

US-Iran War: Iran destroys US Patriot Air-Defence System 

The United States carried out a twelfth consecutive night of strikes against Iran, saying the operations are intended to curb Tehran's ability to threaten commercial shipping. Iran has vowed a strong response to any further aggression, while the prolonged conflict continues to rattle global energy markets and drive fuel prices higher, with diplomatic efforts showing little visible progress.


US launches new wave of strikes on Iran military targets 

The Pentagon says nearly 100 U.S. military personnel have been injured over the past two weeks amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The development comes as President Donald Trump issues a fresh warning to Iran over attacks linked to the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns about a wider regional conflict.

 US-Iran War: Pentagon says nearly 100 US personnel injured over last two weeks 

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has revealed that the United States' military campaign against Iran has so far cost an estimated $37.5 billion. The updated figure, disclosed during a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing, marks a sharp increase from the administration's previous estimate released in May.

US-Iran War: Senators grill Hegseth on Iran war strategy

A New York Times assessment based on satellite imagery, verified videos and official statements suggests Iranian missile strikes caused more damage to U.S. military facilities in Jordan than previously acknowledged. The report says multiple UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters were damaged at Muwaffaq Salti Air Base, while Iran claims it also targeted fighter jet hangars and key military infrastructure under Operation Nasr-2. The Pentagon has not publicly confirmed the reported losses, but the latest attacks underscore the widening scope of the U.S.-Iran conflict across Jordan, Bahrain, Kuwait and the Strait of Hormuz.

US-Iran War: Iran hit US 'Black Hawk', F-15E as Jordan bases come under repeated fire

US Vice President JD Vance has accused some members of the Israeli government of attempting to influence American public opinion to keep the Iran war going. Speaking on The Joe Rogan Experience, Vance claimed there was a well-funded campaign to derail US-Iran negotiations and oppose the recent memorandum of understanding.

JD Vance says Israeli officials seek to shape US opinion

The Iranian army says seven military personnel were killed in a U.S. missile strike on barracks near Iranshahr in southeastern Iran. The attack comes as hostilities between the United States and Iran continue to escalate, with both sides exchanging military strikes.

US-Iran war: US strikes kill seven Iranian military personnel in southeast Iran 

Iran says it has launched multiple waves of Operation Nasr 2, targeting U.S. military installations across Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait in retaliation for recent American strikes. The IRGC claims it struck logistics hubs, command centres, Patriot missile batteries and fighter jet hangars, while releasing satellite images it says show damage to the U.S. Fifth Fleet base in Bahrain. The U.S. has not independently confirmed Iran's claims, as President Donald Trump warns of even harsher strikes if tensions continue to escalate.

US-Iran war: Iran launches 'Op Nasr 2' against US bases across Bahrain, Jordan & Kuwait 

The U.S.-Iran conflict has entered a dangerous new phase. After Iran claimed responsibility for striking two UAE-linked supertankers near the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. launched a five-hour barrage on Iranian military targets. Tehran responded by firing ballistic missiles toward a U.S. air base in Jordan. As tensions surged, President Donald Trump warned that Iran's heavily fortified Pickaxe Mountain nuclear facility could be America's next target, threatening what he called a "big fat shot."

US-Iran War: Trump threatens to attack Iran's nuclear site after Gulf escalation

Tensions in the Middle East have escalated sharply after the United States launched military strikes on Iran following attacks on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Washington says the operation was aimed at protecting global shipping and curbing Iran's ability to threaten vital oil routes.

 US-Iran war: Is the Middle East on the brink of a bigger war? 

US President Donald Trump said he believes the memorandum of understanding with Iran "is over" after the two sides exchanged strikes across the Middle East, though he added negotiators could continue talks if they wished. The latest escalation, including Iranian strikes on US military targets in Bahrain and Kuwait following US action and renewed sanctions, has raised fresh concerns over regional stability and pushed oil prices higher.

 US-Iran war: Trump declares Iran ceasefire is 'over' after overnight strikes 

Fresh confusion over U.S.-Iran diplomacy. President Donald Trump says Iran requested talks in Doha, calling the meeting "perhaps important, perhaps not." But Tehran has denied that any negotiations with Washington are scheduled. Here's what both sides are saying and what it could mean for the Iran-U.S. Peace Deal. 


 Trump: Qatar talks 'perhaps' important |  Iran denies strategic negotiations

Iran and the United States have agreed to halt recent hostilities in the Gulf and resume technical talks over the Strait of Hormuz, according to a U.S. official. The agreement comes after days of military exchanges and aims to keep the strategic waterway open while both sides continue negotiations under a 14-point memorandum of understanding.

US, Iran agree to halt attacks, resume talks

Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has launched one of Iraq's biggest anti-corruption operations in recent years. Security forces carried out overnight raids in Baghdad, detaining 47 suspects, including politicians and senior officials, over alleged corruption.

Iraq arrests 47 officials in sweeping anti-corruption crackdown

Strait of Hormuz traffic has surged to its highest level since the conflict began, with Donald Trump declaring the vital oil route "totally open." But Iranian officials insist the strategic waterway will never return to its pre-war status, raising questions about whether the immediate crisis is over, or merely on pause.

Hormuz Crisis Over? Iran Says Not so Fast

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Trump-Iran talks have produced their first major breakthrough, with the United States partially easing sanctions on Iranian oil exports following what officials described as "encouraging" negotiations in Switzerland. The 60-day waiver allows the production, delivery and sale of Iranian oil, marking a significant shift in Washington's approach.

U.S-Iran Peace Deal: US Eases Oil Sanctions Amid Peace Talks 

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Iran-U.S. Technical Talks to Continue in Switzerland

Iran-US deal hopes are shaking global markets. Investors are betting that progress in talks could ease sanctions, restore oil flows and reduce geopolitical risks across the Middle East. As optimism grows, Wall Street futures have climbed while crude prices have fallen sharply.

U.S.-Iran Peace Deal: Markets Bet On Iran Deal As Crude Tumbles, Bitcoin Jumps 

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