A recent survey shows public opinion in Israel is divided over the perceived success of ongoing military operations. While a majority of Israeli Jews remain optimistic about achieving the war’s goals, other segments of the population express skepticism and concern over the conflict’s cost. Analysts say the divide reflects broader political and social sentiments within the country. The findings come amid escalating tensions in the region and ongoing military campaigns, influencing both domestic morale and international perspectives.

Iran-Israel War: Citizens Divided, Jewish Population Optimistic on Goals

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) says it has struck the Zrarieh Bridge in southern Lebanon, claiming the crossing over the Litani River was being used by Hezbollah fighters to move between northern and southern positions.

According to Israeli officials, the strike was intended to disrupt militant movements and prevent potential attacks threatening both Israeli and Lebanese civilians. The development comes amid rising tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border as military activity intensifies in the region.


West Asia War: Israel Hits Key Hezbollah Bridge In Lebanon, IDF Says Strike Aimed To Block Threat

Latest Developments on Iran War:
- US Loses KC-135 Refueling Aircraft Over Iraq
- Trump: War Against Iran Moving Very Rapidly
- Mojataba Khamenei: Iran Only Targeting US Bases
- Iran Says It Is Not Layering Mines In Hormuz Strait
- Trump: War Against Iran Moving Very Rapidly
- Israel Hits Basij Force Checkpoints In Tehran
- IEA: Biggest Ever Oil Shock

US-Iran War: Iran Launches New Wave Of Missiles Towards Israel 

Speculation is growing over whether Iran could gain access to China’s powerful YJ-12 anti-ship missile, often dubbed a “carrier killer.” If deployed, the supersonic weapon could dramatically increase threats to U.S. naval forces and aircraft carriers operating in the Gulf.

Analysts say potential cooperation between Tehran, Beijing, and even Russian intelligence could reshape the regional military balance, raising concerns in Washington and among U.S. allies about the future of naval warfare in the Middle East.

US-Iran War: China’s ‘Carrier Killer’ Missile For Iran? YJ-12 Could Change Gulf Power Balance 

The Israel-Iran war has entered Day 14, with Israel launching fresh strikes on Tehran as tensions continue to escalate across the region. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed ongoing operations targeting Iranian military infrastructure while missile threats triggered emergency alerts. Authorities instructed residents to move to shelters and remain near protected spaces as incoming missiles were detected and air-defense systems worked to intercept them.

Israel-Iran War Day 14: IDF Bombards Tehran Again as Missile Alerts Send Residents to Shelters 

Iran’s drone and missile strikes are raising serious concerns inside the Pentagon after key radar systems linked to U.S. missile defenses in the Gulf were reportedly hit. Military analysts say Tehran is targeting the “eyes” of the U.S. defense network, critical radars used to track incoming threats. Watch this report for more details!


US-Iran War: Tehran Claims Largest US Radar In Gulf Destroyed

U.S. markets closed sharply lower after oil prices surged above $100 following Iranian strikes on two oil tankers. Rising energy prices have sparked fresh inflation concerns as investors brace for the upcoming Federal Reserve policy decision amid heavy losses across banks, tech, and retail stocks.


Iran War: Oil Shock Rocks Wall Street Markets

Concerns over LPG supply are growing across India as the West Asia conflict disrupts global energy routes. Several restaurants have begun cutting menu items while households worry about possible shortages despite government assurances.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the government is doing everything possible to safeguard India’s energy security and ensure stable supplies. Officials insist the situation is under control, but rising global fuel prices and tensions around the Strait of Hormuz are keeping markets and consumers on edge.

US-Iran War: PM Modi Says India Won't Face Any Energy Crisis

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel’s military campaign against Iran could help bring about regime change in Tehran.

Speaking during a press conference, Netanyahu said Israeli and U.S. strikes had delivered major blows to Iran’s military infrastructure, including the Revolutionary Guards and the Basij paramilitary forces. He added that weakening the regime could create conditions for Iranians to challenge their leadership.

Netanyahu also attacked Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, calling him a “puppet of the Revolutionary Guards” and urging the Iranian people to seek a new path of freedom.

His remarks come as the conflict between Israel, Iran and allied groups continues to escalate across the Middle East.

US-Iran War: Netanyahu Says War Aims to Enable Iranians to 'Bring Down the Regime'

US-Iran War: Netanyahu Says Israel 'Crushing' Iran and Hezbollah

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel’s military campaign against Iran could help bring about regime change in Tehran.

Speaking during a press conference, Netanyahu said Israeli and U.S. strikes had delivered major blows to Iran’s military infrastructure, including the Revolutionary Guards and the Basij paramilitary forces. He added that weakening the regime could create conditions for Iranians to challenge their leadership.

Netanyahu also attacked Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, calling him a “puppet of the Revolutionary Guards” and urging the Iranian people to seek a new path of freedom.

His remarks come as the conflict between Israel, Iran and allied groups continues to escalate across the Middle East.


US-Iran War: Netanyahu Says New Iran Leader 'Can't Show His Face in Public'

Thick plumes of smoke were seen rising over Ahvaz, in Iran’s Khuzestan province, after reported airstrikes by Israel amid the escalating US‑Iran War (2026). According to reports, Israeli jets targeted military infrastructure and radar detection sites linked to Iranian forces in the area.


US-Iran War:  Smoke Rises in Iran's Ahvaz After Israeli Attack

Amid the intensifying conflict between the United States and Iran, President Donald Trump said the situation is “moving along very rapidly,” praising the American military as “unsurpassed.” The comments come as the war enters a volatile phase with strikes continuing across the region.

US-Iran War: Trump Says Iran War Moving 'Very Rapidly' 

Iran has launched waves of missiles and drones targeting U.S. assets and strategic infrastructure across the Persian Gulf, widening the battlefield of the war. Attacks have been reported in countries including Kuwait, Bahrain, and the United Arab Emirates, with explosions reported near key facilities and airports.

A drone strike reportedly hit Kuwait International Airport, damaging infrastructure and highlighting the growing vulnerability of civilian sites as missiles and drones streak across Gulf skies. The strikes are seen as retaliation against the United States following joint operations against Iran, raising fears that the conflict could engulf the wider region.

US-Iran War: Iran Unleashes Drone & Missile Storm Across Gulf, US Assets Targeted

US-Iran War: Iran Fires New Missile Barrage At Israel As IDF Strikes Tehran For 14th Day

Escalating attacks on commercial shipping near the Strait of Hormuz have killed three Indian sailors, highlighting the growing danger to global trade routes. One of the victims died after the oil tanker MT MKD Vyom was struck near the coast of Oman, triggering a fire and explosion in the engine room.

Amid the ongoing US-Iran-Israel conflict, Iran has reportedly allowed some vessels to transit the strait even as attacks on merchant ships continue. With 28 Indian vessels currently operating in the Persian Gulf, New Delhi is closely monitoring the situation as one of the world’s most critical oil shipping lanes faces unprecedented security risks.

US-Iran War: Iran Allows Some Ships To Pass Through Hormuz

PM Narendra Modi expressed “deep concern” over the escalating West Asia conflict during a phone call with Masoud Pezeshkian, the President of Iran. The Indian prime minister stressed that protecting Indian nationals and ensuring stable global energy flows remain India’s top priorities.


US-Iran War: PM Modi Speaks to Iranian President, Discusses Situation in West Asia

In his first public statement since becoming Iran’s supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei issued a stark warning to the United States, demanding that American military bases across the region be shut down or face continued attacks. The message, read on Iranian state media, signaled Tehran’s determination to escalate pressure during the ongoing war.


US-Iran War: Iran’s New Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Warns US, Shut Bases Or Face Attacks 

The disruption of shipping and energy supplies linked to the Strait of Hormuz crisis is beginning to impact several industries in India, including glass manufacturing. The sector relies heavily on continuous fuel supply because glass furnaces must remain operational around the clock.

Industry executives say furnace operations cannot simply be stopped, as shutting them down risks major technical damage and significant financial losses. Glass plants require constant heat to maintain production, making them especially vulnerable to fuel shortages and supply disruptions.

The crisis around the Strait of Hormuz has already triggered wider economic ripple effects across India, with industries facing rising energy costs and supply pressures as shipping traffic through the key energy corridor declines.


US-Iran War: LPG Shortage Threatens Glass Industry Furnaces, Hormuz Crisis Hits India

The war between the United States and Iran is growing more complex as Donald Trump delivers mixed signals on the conflict’s trajectory. While declaring that Iran is “paying a big price,” the U.S. president has also hinted at both escalation and possible endgame scenarios. Meanwhile, the United States Department of the Treasury signaled that no cost is considered “unaffordable,” even as the United States Department of Defense reportedly spent over $11.3 billion in the first week of operations. The situation intensified further after the crash of a KC‑135 Stratotanker refueling aircraft in Iraq, marking the fourth American aircraft loss since the war began.


US-Iran War: Iran Says It Is Not Laying Mines In Hormuz Strait

Israel has carried out strikes targeting checkpoints run by Iran’s Basij paramilitary force in Tehran, marking one of the most direct attacks inside the Iranian capital since the war escalated. Reports say drones and precision strikes hit several security checkpoints, killing members of the Basij and Iranian security forces.

US-Iran War: Israel Hits Basij Force Checkpoints In Tehran

US-Iran War: US Loses KC-135 Refueling Aircraft In Iraq

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that Beirut is ‘playing with fire’, amid rising tensions between Israel and Lebanon. Defence Minister Benny Katz added that Israel may “take territory” in Lebanon if hostilities continue. The warnings come amid ongoing military strikes in Beirut targeting Hezbollah positions, causing chaos in the city. Israel’s leaders emphasized their readiness to escalate military operations if Lebanese territory continues to be used against Israel.

Israel Warns Beirut: PM Netanyahu Says City ‘Playing With Fire’, Katz Threatens Action

Amid the escalating conflict between the United States, Iran, and Israel, President Donald Trump has advised Iran’s national football team to reconsider participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Trump said it may be “inappropriate” for Iran to compete and warned that players could face risks to their “life and safety” during the tournament.


US-Iran War: Trump Warns Iran To Skip FIFA World Cup Amid War Fears

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