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 

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

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 |

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

The United States and its Gulf allies are scrambling to counter waves of Iranian drones and missiles as expensive interceptor stockpiles rapidly shrink. Washington is now exploring Ukrainian-made drone interceptors and other low-cost alternatives to deal with the growing threat.

Countries in the Gulf are heavily relying on Patriot missile defence systems to stop incoming Iranian strikes, but the high cost and limited supply of interceptors are forcing the US and its partners to rethink air defence strategies.


US-Iran War: US Eyes Ukrainian Drone Interceptors Amid Iranian Drone Barrage

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

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

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 

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

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 

The ultimate warning has been delivered. While the war with Iran escalates, the US Air Force has successfully tested the Minuteman III, a nuclear-capable ICBM that can strike any target on Earth in under 30 minutes. Launching from Vandenberg Space Force Base, the missile deployed multiple re-entry vehicles to prove it can bypass any defense system. We break down the specs, the 13,000 kmph speed, and the strategic message this sends to Tehran and the world.


US-Iran War: US Proves It Can Hit Anywhere In 30 Minutes, Tests ICBM From California

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 began to spill into South Asian waters.


US-Israel War With Iran Spills Beyond West Asia, Into Indian Ocean

India has formally conveyed condolences to Iran following the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was killed hours after US-Israel airstrikes in Tehran. Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Iran’s ambassador in New Delhi and signed the condolence book, signalling a subtle diplomatic move after New Delhi initially maintained silence on the strikes. The gesture comes amid growing geopolitical tensions across West Asia.


US-Iran War: Indian Foreign Secretary Signs Condolence Book on Passing of Khamenei

President Donald Trump called the ongoing Iran conflict a “15 out of 10” as Senate Republicans rallied behind the administration’s military campaign, Operation Epic Fury. The U.S. Senate rejected a resolution aimed at limiting the president’s war powers without congressional approval. While Republicans defended the strikes as necessary for national security, Democrats criticised the air campaign as unconstitutional and warned of deeper U.S. involvement in the Middle East conflict.

US-Iran War: Trump Rates Iran War ‘15 Out Of 10’ As Senate Republicans Back Operation Epic Fury

Concerns are rising inside Washington over the pace at which the United States is using its most advanced weapons during the escalating Iran conflict. Reports suggest top military officials warned Donald Trump about potential shortages of key missile defence systems if the war continues. While the White House insists America’s munitions stockpiles remain strong, analysts warn that heavy use of interceptors like Patriot and THAAD could strain inventories during a prolonged campaign.


US-Iran War: Report Suggests Head Of US Military Warned Trump About Possible Shortages 

A suspected Iranian drone strike hit near the U.S. Consulate in Dubai, causing a fire in the consulate parking area that was quickly contained, with no reported injuries. The strike comes amid a wave of Iranian drone and missile attacks across the Gulf, targeting U.S. diplomatic missions and allied locations, including sites in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. Officials confirmed consulate personnel are safe and accounted for. The escalation highlights rising regional tensions, with Washington monitoring developments closely.


US-Iran War: US Shuts Embassies In Saudi Arabia, Kuwait & Beirut 

Amazon Web Services has confirmed that drone strikes amid the Iran conflict damaged data centres in the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, causing fires, power and connectivity outages. Several AWS cloud services were disrupted as infrastructure and safety systems were affected.

US-Iran War: AWS Sites In UAE & Bahrain Damaged 

U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States has the capability to sustain a prolonged conflict, boasting of an “unlimited” supply of weapons if necessary. However, he also acknowledged that the country is “not where we want to be” when it comes to certain high-end weapon stockpiles.

The remarks come amid escalating tensions and growing debate over America’s military readiness, production capacity, and long-term war sustainability. Trump’s comments have sparked fresh discussion about defense spending, arms manufacturing, and strategic preparedness.

US‑Iran War: Trump Says US Can Fight ‘Forever War,’ Admits Gaps In High-End Weapon Stocks

Thousands of Indian citizens remain stranded in Tehran and other parts of Iran as the Iran-Israel conflict disrupts airspace and commercial travel across West Asia. With nearly 10 million Indians residing in Gulf countries, the situation has triggered urgent diplomatic and logistical efforts. Flights from Dubai have landed in Mumbai and Chennai, while a Bengaluru-bound service has departed as part of coordinated evacuation and travel resumption plans. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has held talks with several world leaders to ensure the safety of Indian nationals. Meanwhile, Air India Express is set to resume operations from Muscat, offering relief to stranded passengers.


US-Iran War: Indians Stranded In Iran-Israel Conflict, Evacuation Flights Resume

Explosions were reported in Riyadh’s diplomatic quarter after drones targeted the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia’s capital. According to reports, four drones were intercepted while two struck the embassy compound, triggering a fire and emergency response.

Saudi authorities have not yet confirmed casualties, but the incident has heightened fears of further escalation in the region. The attack comes amid growing tensions across the Middle East, raising concerns over diplomatic security and regional stability.

US-Iran War: US Embassy In Riyadh Hit By Drones, Explosions Rock Diplomatic Quarter

President Donald Trump declared a four-week military campaign against Iran as tensions spiral across the Middle East. Iran launched missiles at a U.S.-run naval base in Bahrain, targeting the headquarters of the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet, with videos showing thick smoke rising from the area. Explosions were also reported near a UK base in Cyprus, deepening fears of a widening regional conflict.


US-Iran War: US CENTCOM Hits Over 1,000 Iranian Targets In Two Days 

Nepal has suspended the issuance of labour approvals (work permits) for foreign employment to 12 Middle Eastern and Gulf countries amid escalating tensions in West Asia following the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict. The decision was taken by the Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security in view of deteriorating security conditions in the region, and will remain in effect until further notice.


US-Iran War: Nepal Suspends Job Approvals for 12 West Asian Nations

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