Will we get a ceasefire anytime soon? “No obvious answers” apply to markets and central banks. In the eyes of investors, rate hikes are coming.

It’s worth taking stock as the Iran war gets into the sixth week.

How the Rise in Energy Prices Compares to 2022

Iran has issued a strong warning to the United States and Israel against targeting civilian infrastructure, saying any further strikes on bridges, power plants, petrochemical facilities, or other non-military sites would trigger harsher and wider retaliation across the region.


Breaking: Iran Warns Israel, US Against Targeting Civilian Infrastructure

As the US-Iran war intensifies, attention has turned to the elite survival skills that helped a downed American airman stay alive behind enemy lines. The U.S. military trains its pilots under the SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape) program—one of the world’s most demanding survival training systems.


US-Iran War: How the US Trains Its Pilots to Survive? | Sere Training Behind Successful Rescue

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has issued a stark warning amid the escalating US-Iran war, saying the entire region could be engulfed in conflict if attacks on Iran continue. His remarks come as tensions surge following repeated strikes by the United States and Israel on Iranian military and infrastructure targets.


US-Iran War: Iran Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf Warns 'Whole Region Will Burn'

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a major press conference with military officials on the deadline day set for Iran amid escalating tensions in the ongoing 2026 Iran war. The briefing is expected to address Washington’s next steps if Tehran fails to meet U.S. demands over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil transit route.


US-Iran War: US President Announces Press Conference on Deadline Day

A dramatic 36-hour high-risk rescue operation unfolded deep inside Iran after a U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle was shot down during the ongoing US-Iran war. While one crew member was recovered quickly, the second airman—injured and stranded in mountainous terrain—evaded capture using elite survival training as Iranian forces searched the area.


US-Iran War: Details of the 36-Hour Intense Rescue Op | Daring Rescue of the US Airman

In the ongoing US‑Iran war, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims it destroyed an American aircraft that was part of a mission searching for a missing U.S. pilot after a fighter jet was downed within Iranian territory. 


US-Iran War: IRGC Says Destroyed US Aircraft Searching for Missing Pilot 

In a historic development in the US‑Iran war, President Donald Trump announced that two U.S. pilots have been rescued after their F‑15E Strike Eagle was shot down over Iran. Trump hailed the missions as unprecedented in military history, involving complex search‑and‑rescue operations deep inside hostile territory without American casualties.


US-Iran War | Trump: First in Military History Two US Pilots Have Been Rescued

In a dramatic development in the ongoing US-Iran war, U.S. President Donald Trump praised American forces for carrying out what he called one of the “most daring” rescue operations in military history after the successful recovery of both crew members from a downed F-15E Strike Eagle inside Iran.


US-Iran War: Trump Hails US Military for Pulling off 'Most Daring' Ops

Iran’s central military command has warned that the entire region would turn into “hell” if attacks by the United States and Israel escalate further, signaling rising tensions across West Asia. The warning follows intensifying missile exchanges, strikes on strategic infrastructure, and growing fears of a wider regional conflict. Iranian officials say any expansion of hostilities could trigger region-wide retaliation, increasing risks to energy routes, military bases, and civilian infrastructure across the Gulf.


US-Iran War: Iran Says Entire Region Would Become 'Hell' if Attacks Escalate

The Iran War Has Triggered a Sudden Disruption in Global Aviation, Grounding Flights and Shutting Critical Airspace Across the Gulf.


Gulf Carriers Lose Altitude Amid Airspace Shutdowns

Major energy importing economies, especially across Asia, are feeling the heat from a renewed global fuel shock. As crude prices rise, the ripple effects are now showing up in inflation, fiscal stress, and real-world economic disruptions.


US-Iran War: Fuel Shock Ripples Across Global Economies | World Business Watch 

Despite the ongoing conflict, traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is beginning to recover, with the seven-day average of ship transits hitting its highest level since the conflict began on February 28.


US Vs Iran: Hormuz Transits Hit Weekly High Since Feb 28

U.S. President Donald Trump has praised the American military for carrying out what he called one of the “most daring” operations in U.S. history, after forces successfully rescued the crew of a downed F-15E Strike Eagle deep inside Iranian territory. The high-risk mission involved dozens of aircraft and heavily armed support, marking a dramatic moment in the ongoing US-Iran war.


US-Iran War: Trump Hails US Military for Pulling Off 'Most Daring' Ops 

A major escalation in the US-Iran war after reports that American warplanes, including an F-15E Strike Eagle and an A-10 attack aircraft, were downed by Iranian air defences. The incidents have raised serious questions about US air dominance over Iranian skies, despite earlier claims of aerial superiority.


US-Iran War: American Warplanes Shot Down by Iran; Challenges US Air Dominance

US-Iran War: Iran Says Entire Region Would Become 'Hell' if Attacks Escalate 

Thousands of protesters gathered in Basra and Baghdad for peaceful mass demonstrations, calling for stability, economic relief, and protection from regional spillover amid escalating tensions across West Asia. The rallies remained largely calm, with security forces monitoring key locations while organizers urged restraint and unity.


Iraq Protest: Peaceful Mass Demonstrations Held in Barsa & Baghdad 

The Strait of Hormuz crisis is entering a new phase as Iran allows selective vessel passage while restricting broader maritime traffic through one of the world’s most critical oil chokepoints. Nearly 20% of global oil trade passes through the strait, making every move by Tehran strategically significant. Analysts say the controlled transit suggests a calibrated pressure tactic, enabling Iran to influence global energy flows without triggering a full blockade. Is this selective access a warning signal—or a bargaining tool in the escalating US-Iran conflict?


Hormuz Crisis: Selective Passage Signals Iran's Calculated Strategy?

Amid rising tensions in the ongoing US-Iran war, U.S. authorities have arrested two relatives of slain Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani. The detainees identified as his niece Hamideh Soleimani Afshar and her daughter were taken into custody by ICE after their U.S. residency status was revoked by the State Department. Officials allege support for Iran’s regime and propaganda activities


US-Iran War: ICE Arrests Two Relatives of Slain Iranian General Qasem Soleimani

A projectile strike near Iran’s Bushehr nuclear plant has killed one security personnel and damaged an auxiliary building, while the main reactor remains unaffected. Bushehr, Iran’s first commercial nuclear facility on the Persian Gulf, has now seen multiple incidents in recent weeks. The attack comes amid rising US-Iran tensions, with Iranian forces warning of strong retaliation and tightening security around the sensitive site.


US-Iran War: Iran Alerts IAEA After Fourth Strike Near Bushehr Nuclear Plant

A U.S. F‑15E Strike Eagle fighter jet has been shot down by Iranian fire, marking a major escalation in the ongoing conflict. One crew member has been rescued by U.S. forces, while a desperate search continues for the missing second airman amid intense combat rescue operations behind enemy lines. 


US-Iran War: F-15E Strike Eagle Lost to Iranian Fire | Race Against Time to Find the Crew

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday (April 4) welcomed Indian fishermen at Chennai international airport who arrived in Tamil Nadu after coordinated efforts by Indian authorities, especially the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), to evacuate them from West Asian countries amid the ongoing conflict.&nbsp;The group comprised an initial batch of 327 fishermen and a subsequent batch of 18, totalling 345, the majority of whom were from Tamil Nadu. They had been stuck in the war zone before being safely repatriated.&nbsp;Speaking to reporters in Chennai, Goyal described the occasion as a "joyous day" for the families of the fishermen.&nbsp;"Today is a joyous day where our brothers and sisters who were suffering in Iran are coming back home to their families, their motherland. We warmly welcome all our fishermen brothers and sisters... It was a difficult journey for them. They had to travel 20 hours to Armenia and other countries," Goyal said.&nbsp;"The MEA officials worked day and night to bring them to Armenia. Today they are flying back from Armenia. We are very happy to receive them, welcome them back home," he added.&nbsp;As of today, eight Indian ships have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz since the conflict in West Asia began on February 28, placing India among the countries with the highest number of vessels navigating the war-affected waterway.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-7th-lpg-tanker-crosses-hormuz-iran-sends-special-message-to-india-1775311836491">As 7th LPG tanker crosses Hormuz, Iran sends special message to India</a>&nbsp;The eight Indian ships that have transited include LPG carriers Shivalik, Nanda Devi, Pine Gas, Jag Vasant, Green Sanvi, BW Tyr and BW Elm, as well as the crude oil tanker Jag Laadki. These vessels carried vital cargoes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) for cooking and other energy supplies destined for Indian ports such as Mundra, Kandla, Mumbai and New Mangalore. Earlier transits involved Shivalik and Nanda Devi, which delivered around 92,700 tonnes of LPG. They were followed by Jag Vasant and Pine Gas with another 92,600 tonnes, and later by BW Tyr and BW Elm carrying approximately 94,000 tonnes combined.&nbsp;Iran has effectively halted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz since the start of the war on February 28, triggered by a US-Israeli bombing campaign against the Islamic Republic aimed at targeting its top leadership, including Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, and other senior IRGC officials.&nbsp;However, since late March, Iran has transitioned from a total blockade to a selective "Friendly Nation" transit policy. While the Strait remains strictly closed to US- and Israeli-linked vessels, Tehran has established a controlled corridor for countries it deems non-hostile.

The group comprised an initial batch of 327 fishermen and a subsequent batch of 18, totalling 345, the majority of whom were from Tamil Nadu. They had been stuck in the war zone before being safely repatriated.

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday (April 4) welcomed Indian fishermen at Chennai international airport who arrived in Tamil Nadu after coordinated efforts by Indian authorities, especially the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), to evacuate them from West Asian countries amid the ongoing conflict. The group comprised an initial batch of 327 fishermen and a subsequent batch of 18, totalling 345, the majority of whom were from Tamil Nadu. They had been stuck in the war zone before being safely repatriated. Speaking to reporters in Chennai, Goyal described the occasion as a "joyous day" for the families of the fishermen. "Today is a joyous day where our brothers and sisters who were suffering in Iran are coming back home to their families, their motherland. We warmly welcome all our fishermen brothers and sisters... It was a difficult journey for them. They had to travel 20 hours to Armenia and other countries," Goyal said. "The MEA officials worked day and night to bring them to Armenia. Today they are flying back from Armenia. We are very happy to receive them, welcome them back home," he added. As of today, eight Indian ships have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz since the conflict in West Asia began on February 28, placing India among the countries with the highest number of vessels navigating the war-affected waterway. Also Read: As 7th LPG tanker crosses Hormuz, Iran sends special message to India The eight Indian ships that have transited include LPG carriers Shivalik, Nanda Devi, Pine Gas, Jag Vasant, Green Sanvi, BW Tyr and BW Elm, as well as the crude oil tanker Jag Laadki. These vessels carried vital cargoes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) for cooking and other energy supplies destined for Indian ports such as Mundra, Kandla, Mumbai and New Mangalore. Earlier transits involved Shivalik and Nanda Devi, which delivered around 92,700 tonnes of LPG. They were followed by Jag Vasant and Pine Gas with another 92,600 tonnes, and later by BW Tyr and BW Elm carrying approximately 94,000 tonnes combined. Iran has effectively halted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz since the start of the war on February 28, triggered by a US-Israeli bombing campaign against the Islamic Republic aimed at targeting its top leadership, including Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, and other senior IRGC officials. However, since late March, Iran has transitioned from a total blockade to a selective "Friendly Nation" transit policy. While the Strait remains strictly closed to US- and Israeli-linked vessels, Tehran has established a controlled corridor for countries it deems non-hostile.

The group comprised an initial batch of 327 fishermen and a subsequent batch of 18, totalling 345, the majority of whom were from Tamil Nadu. They had been stuck in the war zone before being safely repatriated.

Piyush Goyal receives 345 fishermen repatriated from Iran at Chennai airport

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps on Saturday rejected the accusations of a drone strike on the US embassy in Saudi Arabia. It formally accused Israel of carrying out a false flag operation in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on March 3, 2026, at the beginning of the war. In a statement issued by the IRGC on April 4, 2024, it suggested that the attack had been carried out by the “zionists”. The statement came as a response to the Wall Street Journal on April 3, which suggested that the attack at the US embassy in Saudi Arabia caused more damage than previously anticipated.&nbsp;“I can categorically say that some of the attacks were not carried out by us (Iran),” reported Middle East Eye, citing a Foreign Ministry Official. According to the report, Israel was behind the attack in Saudi Arabia and at least one attack in Oman. But the report didn't specify which targets he was referring to.The WSJ report claimed that an Iranian drone evaded the air defence system guarding the embassy before hitting the compound, and a second drone hit the facility in a similar breach. &nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/west-asia-war-iran-challenges-us-air-dominance-military-assets-1775295824283">THAAD, E-3 Sentry, F-35, F-15, F-16, KC-135: How Iran is busting the myth of US technical and aerial supremacy?</a>“There's been a complete blackout on the actual amount of damage done to these places,” said Bernard Hudson, a former CIA counterterrorism chief, regarding US embassies and bases targeted by Iran. “That feeds suspicions that a lot more damage may have actually happened.”According to IRGC, it has indeed struck targets in Gulf states and across the region, especially those which have played a role in the US-Israeli operations, but they have clearly identified targets and the US embassy in Riyadh was not one of them.&nbsp;IRGC further added that they “must remain vigilant against provocations from the American–Zionist current,” to prevent escalation in the region. Earlier, Iran denied a previous attack on March 30 at a Kuwait power and desalination plant, which was attributed to it. The attack killed an Indian national; Iran blamed Israel for it. It also denied targeting Saudi Aramco's Ras Tanura refinery in early March. The Iranian military claimed that the Israeli false flag was aimed at distracting the regional countries from the civilian targeting in the region. “Aramco facilities have not been among the targets of Iranian attacks so far," said an Iranian military source speaking to Tasnim News Agency. &nbsp;

Iran’s IRGC denies targeting the US embassy in Saudi Arabia, alleging Israel carried out a false flag drone strike in Riyadh as tensions escalate in the West Asia conflict.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps on Saturday rejected the accusations of a drone strike on the US embassy in Saudi Arabia. It formally accused Israel of carrying out a false flag operation in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on March 3, 2026, at the beginning of the war. In a statement issued by the IRGC on April 4, 2024, it suggested that the attack had been carried out by the “zionists”. The statement came as a response to the Wall Street Journal on April 3, which suggested that the attack at the US embassy in Saudi Arabia caused more damage than previously anticipated. “I can categorically say that some of the attacks were not carried out by us (Iran),” reported Middle East Eye, citing a Foreign Ministry Official. According to the report, Israel was behind the attack in Saudi Arabia and at least one attack in Oman. But the report didn't specify which targets he was referring to. The WSJ report claimed that an Iranian drone evaded the air defence system guarding the embassy before hitting the compound, and a second drone hit the facility in a similar breach. Also Read: THAAD, E-3 Sentry, F-35, F-15, F-16, KC-135: How Iran is busting the myth of US technical and aerial supremacy? “There's been a complete blackout on the actual amount of damage done to these places,” said Bernard Hudson, a former CIA counterterrorism chief, regarding US embassies and bases targeted by Iran. “That feeds suspicions that a lot more damage may have actually happened.” According to IRGC, it has indeed struck targets in Gulf states and across the region, especially those which have played a role in the US-Israeli operations, but they have clearly identified targets and the US embassy in Riyadh was not one of them. IRGC further added that they “must remain vigilant against provocations from the American–Zionist current,” to prevent escalation in the region. Earlier, Iran denied a previous attack on March 30 at a Kuwait power and desalination plant, which was attributed to it. The attack killed an Indian national; Iran blamed Israel for it. It also denied targeting Saudi Aramco's Ras Tanura refinery in early March. The Iranian military claimed that the Israeli false flag was aimed at distracting the regional countries from the civilian targeting in the region. “Aramco facilities have not been among the targets of Iranian attacks so far," said an Iranian military source speaking to Tasnim News Agency.

Iran’s IRGC denies targeting the US embassy in Saudi Arabia, alleging Israel carried out a false flag drone strike in Riyadh as tensions escalate in the West Asia conflict.

Iran denies drone strike on US embassy in Saudi Arabia, accuses Israel of ‘false flag’ operation

The ongoing war in West Asia has questioned the traditional notion of military analysts about the US army's technological and aerial dominance, forcing a re-evaluation. For decades, US fighter jets were presented as ghosts, for their stealth, speed and precision could shrug off the geographical and political limitations. At the onset the US-Israeli strikes and the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei appeared to reinforce the US superiority, buft as the war evolved, Iran has managed to struck several high-profile assets of the US-army, challenging it not just strategically at the Strait of Hormuz, but also in the aerial domain, in the skies over Iran and military bases in the Gulf.A $300 million worth THAAD at the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan, roughly $300-$600 million worth E-3 Sentry (AWACS) in Saudi Arabia's Prince Sultan Air Base, roughly $100 million worth F-35 lightening II in the airspace over central Iran, roughly $100 million worth F-15 E over southwestern Iran, $40-$50 million worth HH-60W in Jolly Green II specialised Combat Search and Rescue Black Hawk over southern Iran, $10-$15 million worth A-10 Thunderbolt II or “Warthog” over the Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf, roughly $70 million worth of F-16 Falcon in Iraq-Iran border, several KC-135 Stratotankers each worth roughly $80 million. All these have been either struck, severely damaged or destroyed by Iran. While a few of these are claimed by the IRGC without proper independent verification, most of these have been substantiated with visual proof and confirmation from the US military.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tekashi-6ix9ine-maduro-spongebob-toy-mdc-brooklyn-1775288400523">Tekashi 6ix9ine flaunts signed SpongeBob toy from Nicolás Maduro after release from Brooklyn jail</a><h2>How is Iran challenging the US?</h2>As the conflict progresses, it is increasingly revealing the loopholes in the US doctrine of over-reliance on technological superiority. Iran knew that the US had an advantage, and it had been preparing for this war for 47 years. It is employing distributed layered air defence with asymmetric warfare using and strategic use of geography. This does not necessarily imply that Iran has achieved parity in the battlefield with the US, but it signifies the debunking of the myth of US technological dominance.&nbsp;Liaowang 1, a Chinese naval asset, is reportedly operating in the international waters off the coast of Oman. It is just sitting quietly there, not moving, not doing anything. But it is equipped with the technology to capture electromagnetic signals emitted from almost all devices. This might seem like a random observation, but the precision strikes of Iran, like the fortified helipad in the US Embassy compound in Baghdad, taking out stealth jets, E-3 Sentry, and THAAD radars, are not random. At the same time, Chinese commercial provider MizarVision is providing detailed views of US military troops and movement in the region, and those visuals are circulating through open source. There are also reports of Russia sending food, weapons like drones and S400 air defence system and medicine to Iran, along with the Kremlin's intelligence support, targeting data and satellite imagery for Iran. But Russia denied those reports.&nbsp;The physical presence of the ship Liaowang 1 in the region is heavily debated between intelligence reports and publicly available satellite tracking data. Maritime tracking service AIS showed its location in Shanghai, China. While intelligence reports cited by defence outlets like Defence Security Asia state that the floating supercomputer is assisted by Chinese missile destroyers, Type 055 and Type 052D and is present off the coast of Oman. Washington knows what is happening, but it can't risk escalating tension with Beijing or Moscow.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The ongoing West Asia conflict is forcing a rethink of US military superiority as Iran reportedly strikes advanced assets like THAAD, F-35 and AWACS, raising questions about evolving warfare and foreign support.

The ongoing war in West Asia has questioned the traditional notion of military analysts about the US army's technological and aerial dominance, forcing a re-evaluation. For decades, US fighter jets were presented as ghosts, for their stealth, speed and precision could shrug off the geographical and political limitations. At the onset the US-Israeli strikes and the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei appeared to reinforce the US superiority, buft as the war evolved, Iran has managed to struck several high-profile assets of the US-army, challenging it not just strategically at the Strait of Hormuz, but also in the aerial domain, in the skies over Iran and military bases in the Gulf. A $300 million worth THAAD at the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan, roughly $300-$600 million worth E-3 Sentry (AWACS) in Saudi Arabia's Prince Sultan Air Base, roughly $100 million worth F-35 lightening II in the airspace over central Iran, roughly $100 million worth F-15 E over southwestern Iran, $40-$50 million worth HH-60W in Jolly Green II specialised Combat Search and Rescue Black Hawk over southern Iran, $10-$15 million worth A-10 Thunderbolt II or “Warthog” over the Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf, roughly $70 million worth of F-16 Falcon in Iraq-Iran border, several KC-135 Stratotankers each worth roughly $80 million. All these have been either struck, severely damaged or destroyed by Iran. While a few of these are claimed by the IRGC without proper independent verification, most of these have been substantiated with visual proof and confirmation from the US military. Also Read: Tekashi 6ix9ine flaunts signed SpongeBob toy from Nicolás Maduro after release from Brooklyn jail How is Iran challenging the US? As the conflict progresses, it is increasingly revealing the loopholes in the US doctrine of over-reliance on technological superiority. Iran knew that the US had an advantage, and it had been preparing for this war for 47 years. It is employing distributed layered air defence with asymmetric warfare using and strategic use of geography. This does not necessarily imply that Iran has achieved parity in the battlefield with the US, but it signifies the debunking of the myth of US technological dominance. Liaowang 1, a Chinese naval asset, is reportedly operating in the international waters off the coast of Oman. It is just sitting quietly there, not moving, not doing anything. But it is equipped with the technology to capture electromagnetic signals emitted from almost all devices. This might seem like a random observation, but the precision strikes of Iran, like the fortified helipad in the US Embassy compound in Baghdad, taking out stealth jets, E-3 Sentry, and THAAD radars, are not random. At the same time, Chinese commercial provider MizarVision is providing detailed views of US military troops and movement in the region, and those visuals are circulating through open source. There are also reports of Russia sending food, weapons like drones and S400 air defence system and medicine to Iran, along with the Kremlin's intelligence support, targeting data and satellite imagery for Iran. But Russia denied those reports. The physical presence of the ship Liaowang 1 in the region is heavily debated between intelligence reports and publicly available satellite tracking data. Maritime tracking service AIS showed its location in Shanghai, China. While intelligence reports cited by defence outlets like Defence Security Asia state that the floating supercomputer is assisted by Chinese missile destroyers, Type 055 and Type 052D and is present off the coast of Oman. Washington knows what is happening, but it can't risk escalating tension with Beijing or Moscow.

The ongoing West Asia conflict is forcing a rethink of US military superiority as Iran reportedly strikes advanced assets like THAAD, F-35 and AWACS, raising questions about evolving warfare and foreign support.

THAAD, E-3 Sentry, F-35, F-15, F-16, KC-135: How Iran is busting the myth of US technical and aerial supremacy?

 The developments come amid a widening conflict that has seen strikes across Iran, Israel and neighbouring regions. Meanwhile, Iranian state television also said anyone capturing a crew member alive would “receive a valuable reward”.

&nbsp;The developments come amid a widening conflict that has seen strikes across Iran, Israel and neighbouring regions. Meanwhile, Iranian state television also said anyone capturing a crew member alive would “receive a valuable reward”.

Search continues for missing US airman after F-15E crash: How can pilots survive being shot down in hostile territory?

The Pentagon has formally added Operation Epic Fury to the Defense Casualty Analysis System (DCAS), marking the first time verified US military casualty figures from this campaign are publicly accessible in the Department of Defense’s official database. The addition comes more than a month after the operation commenced on February 28, 2026, under direct orders from the US President. DCAS now records 13 US service members killed and 365 wounded, with figures distributed across all service branches: Army (247), Navy (63), Marine Corps (19), and Air Force (36).<h2>What DCAS Is and How It Works</h2>&nbsp;DCAS is maintained by the Defense Manpower Data Center and serves as the Department of Defense’s authoritative repository of verified casualty data. It tracks US military personnel who are killed, wounded, missing, or otherwise injured in wars and named operations. The system aggregates reports from the individual services, ensuring that figures released publicly are confirmed and standardised. The database provides detailed breakdowns by conflict, branch, type of casualty, and year, with definitions and explanatory notes available for reference. Historical operations documented in DCAS include Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Inherent Resolve, as well as the Persian Gulf War, Vietnam War, Korean War, and both World Wars.&nbsp;<h2>Significance of Epic Fury’s Inclusion</h2>&nbsp;Adding Epic Fury to DCAS provides a centralised, publicly accessible record of casualties in real time. Pentagon officials note that the database is updated as new verified reports are received, ensuring accuracy. The move aligns Epic Fury with other named operations in the database, allowing analysts, lawmakers, and families to monitor its human cost within a consistent framework. According to official statements, “DCAS is intended to provide transparency and a reliable reference point for understanding the impact of US military operations,” underscoring the importance of maintaining standardised records across conflicts.&nbsp;The casualty list currently includes 10 males and 3 females. Fatalities are almost evenly split between the Army and the Air Force. The US Army has reported 7 deaths, all classified as Hostile, comprising 6 Reservists and 1 Active Duty member. The Air Force has recorded 6 deaths, all classified as Non-Hostile, including 3 Active Duty personnel and 3 National Guard members. No fatalities have been reported for the Navy, Marine Corps, or Space Force to date. This detailed breakdown highlights the varying circumstances of service member losses across branches. The current DCAS entry reflects verified casualties as of April 3, 2026, with figures submitted by the services and compiled centrally. Updates will continue as additional data is confirmed.<h2>What happened in the last 24 hours?</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, the United States and Israel have expanded strikes on Iranian targets, hitting key infrastructure in and around Tehran. Iran says it downed an F-15E Strike Eagle, a claim confirmed by US officials, with one crew member rescued and another missing. The hunt for a missing American pilot believed to be on the run inside hostile territory. Rescue efforts came under fire, with HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopters hit, while A-10 Warthogs were also struck, one crashing into the Gulf and another returning damaged, signalling a sharp escalation.&nbsp;Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos. &nbsp;

DCAS is maintained by the Defense Manpower Data Center and serves as the Department of Defense’s authoritative repository of verified casualty data. It tracks US military personnel who are killed, wounded, missing, or otherwise injured in wars and named operations.

The Pentagon has formally added Operation Epic Fury to the Defense Casualty Analysis System (DCAS), marking the first time verified US military casualty figures from this campaign are publicly accessible in the Department of Defense’s official database. The addition comes more than a month after the operation commenced on February 28, 2026, under direct orders from the US President. DCAS now records 13 US service members killed and 365 wounded, with figures distributed across all service branches: Army (247), Navy (63), Marine Corps (19), and Air Force (36). What DCAS Is and How It Works DCAS is maintained by the Defense Manpower Data Center and serves as the Department of Defense’s authoritative repository of verified casualty data. It tracks US military personnel who are killed, wounded, missing, or otherwise injured in wars and named operations. The system aggregates reports from the individual services, ensuring that figures released publicly are confirmed and standardised. The database provides detailed breakdowns by conflict, branch, type of casualty, and year, with definitions and explanatory notes available for reference. Historical operations documented in DCAS include Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Inherent Resolve, as well as the Persian Gulf War, Vietnam War, Korean War, and both World Wars. Significance of Epic Fury’s Inclusion Adding Epic Fury to DCAS provides a centralised, publicly accessible record of casualties in real time. Pentagon officials note that the database is updated as new verified reports are received, ensuring accuracy. The move aligns Epic Fury with other named operations in the database, allowing analysts, lawmakers, and families to monitor its human cost within a consistent framework. According to official statements, “DCAS is intended to provide transparency and a reliable reference point for understanding the impact of US military operations,” underscoring the importance of maintaining standardised records across conflicts. The casualty list currently includes 10 males and 3 females. Fatalities are almost evenly split between the Army and the Air Force. The US Army has reported 7 deaths, all classified as Hostile, comprising 6 Reservists and 1 Active Duty member. The Air Force has recorded 6 deaths, all classified as Non-Hostile, including 3 Active Duty personnel and 3 National Guard members. No fatalities have been reported for the Navy, Marine Corps, or Space Force to date. This detailed breakdown highlights the varying circumstances of service member losses across branches. The current DCAS entry reflects verified casualties as of April 3, 2026, with figures submitted by the services and compiled centrally. Updates will continue as additional data is confirmed. What happened in the last 24 hours? Meanwhile, the United States and Israel have expanded strikes on Iranian targets, hitting key infrastructure in and around Tehran. Iran says it downed an F-15E Strike Eagle, a claim confirmed by US officials, with one crew member rescued and another missing. The hunt for a missing American pilot believed to be on the run inside hostile territory. Rescue efforts came under fire, with HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopters hit, while A-10 Warthogs were also struck, one crashing into the Gulf and another returning damaged, signalling a sharp escalation. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

DCAS is maintained by the Defense Manpower Data Center and serves as the Department of Defense’s authoritative repository of verified casualty data. It tracks US military personnel who are killed, wounded, missing, or otherwise injured in wars and named operations.

Pentagon lists Operation Epic Fury losses in casualty database: 13 dead and 365 wounded as Iran war intensifies

Amid the ongoing US-Iran war, Iranian forces are reportedly searching for the crew of a downed American fighter jet after it crashed inside Iranian territory. According to U.S. officials, one crew member from the two-seat F-15E Strike Eagle has been rescued, while efforts continue to locate the second missing crew member.


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In the ongoing US‑Iran war, retired Brigadier General Houston Cantwell has explained how specialised military training known as SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape) prepares aircrew for the worst‑case scenario if they are shot down behind enemy lines.


US-Iran War: Retd Brigadier General Houston Cantwell Explains Sere Training 

Amid escalating US–Iran tensions in the Middle East, following the reported downing of a US F-15E jet and A-10 warthog crashing in the Persian Gulf region, a surge in pizza orders near the Pentagon has reignited interest in the so-called Pentagon Pizza Index. The theory suggests spikes in nearby pizza activity may align with periods of intensified military operations or strategic pressure. As the conflict enters its fifth week, with continued strikes and global repercussions, unusual delivery patterns are once again drawing attention. While the Pentagon does not officially endorse the theory, its resurgence highlights public fascination with unconventional indicators during times of geopolitical uncertainty.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-slashes-petrol-prices-amid-public-backlash-free-public-transport-for-a-month-in-islamabad-1775268829828">Pakistan slashes petrol prices amid public backlash; free public transport for a month in Islamabad</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The closest Papa Johns to the Pentagon is reporting above average traffic. Pizzato Pizza, a late night pizzeria located nearby the Pentagon, is reporting above average traffic. As of 12:50am ET <a href="https://t.co/bdclIM0Alz">pic.twitter.com/bdclIM0Alz</a>&mdash; Pentagon Pizza Report (@PenPizzaReport) <a href="https://twitter.com/PenPizzaReport/status/2040291215644541030?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 4, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>What is Pentagon Pizza Index?</h2>The ‘Pentagon Pizza Index’ is a widely discussed theory that a sudden rise in pizza orders near the US Department of Defense could signal upcoming military activity. The idea is simple: during high-pressure situations, officials may be too busy to leave their workstations, so they rely on quick, convenient food like pizza. As urgency and workload increase, so does the volume of deliveries.&nbsp;This concept dates back to the Cold War era, before the rise of the internet. At the time, Soviet observers were said to monitor pizza deliveries in Washington, DC, believing that spikes in orders suggested US intelligence personnel were preparing for or reacting to major events. This practice led to the nickname ‘pizzint’, short for ‘pizza intelligence.’&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-iran-war-iran-searches-for-missing-crew-of-downed-us-jet-1775280554635/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-iran-war-iran-searches-for-missing-crew-of-downed-us-jet-1775280554635/embed</a>&nbsp;Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations, and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

US planning major attack on Iran? Sudden spike in Pentagon Pizza Index sparks tension amid war

Amid escalating US–Iran tensions in the Middle East, following the reported downing of a US F-15E jet and A-10 warthog crashing in the Persian Gulf region, a surge in pizza orders near the Pentagon has reignited interest in the so-called Pentagon Pizza Index. The theory suggests spikes in nearby pizza activity may align with periods of intensified military operations or strategic pressure. As the conflict enters its fifth week, with continued strikes and global repercussions, unusual delivery patterns are once again drawing attention. While the Pentagon does not officially endorse the theory, its resurgence highlights public fascination with unconventional indicators during times of geopolitical uncertainty. Also Read: Pakistan slashes petrol prices amid public backlash; free public transport for a month in Islamabad

Pentagon Pizza Index sees sudden spike as the ongoing US-Iran tensions escalate, fueling speculation of possible military action

Global food commodity prices have risen for a second straight month, according to the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization.


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