President Donald Trump has said he is considering "winding down" the Iran war because the US was "getting very close" to meeting its military objectives.

He also said the Strait of Hormuz would have to be guarded by other nations who use it, stating that the US wasn't one of them.

Energy prices have soared since Iran effectively closed the shipping route after the conflict began last month. Iran's new supreme leader, meanwhile, said the country had dealt "a dizzying blow" to the enemy.

Israel-Iran War: US Weighs "Winding Down" West Asia Operations

Mette Frederiksen has called a snap parliamentary election for 24 March 2026, moving up voting from later in the year amid a diplomatic row over Greenland. The early poll comes as Frederiksen seeks to capitalise on rising public support tied to her firm stance against renewed US pressure over Greenland’s strategic future, while facing domestic political challenges at home.


Denmark Elections: Trump's Territorial Ambitions For Greenland an Election Issue

Colombian President Gustavo Petro rejected allegations that he has ties to drug traffickers after reports emerged that the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has designated him a “priority target” amid a federal probe in New York examining his alleged connections to the drug trade.


Drug Enforcement Administration Labels Colombian Prez Gustavo Petro A 'Priority Target'

Colombian President Gustavo Petro on US Drug Agency's Priority List; Petro Denies Links

Sri Lanka has denied a request from the United States to allow combat aircraft landing, highlighting its neutral stance amid rising geopolitical tensions. The move reflects Colombo’s careful balancing in a volatile region. What does this decision mean for global diplomacy and regional security? Watch for the full breakdown.


US-Iran War: Sri Lanka Denies US Request For Combat Aircraft Landing

Iran War: US President Labels Iranian Leaders 'Thugs And Animals'; Rules Out Ceasefire

Iran has released an undated video of its Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei in an apparent bid to dispel speculation about his health. There were reports suggesting Mojtaba was left immobile following the US-Israeli strikes on Iran, which killed his father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

In the video shared by an Iranian state-controlled media corporation, Mojtaba is seen teaching religious science to a gathering.

Iran State Media Releases Video Mojtaba Khamenei; Reports Says He Was Severely Injured in Strikes

Iran has launched retaliatory strikes on energy infrastructure in Saudi Arabia and Qatar after Israel’s attack on its South Pars gas field, hitting major oil and LNG hubs and causing fires and damage. The escalation has sent global oil prices higher and raised concerns about broader regional conflict and energy security.

Iran Attack Gulf: Iran Bombs Saudi and Qatari Oil Hubs in Massive Retaliation

Unidentified drones reportedly flying over the Fort Mcnair military base have raised speculation about a possible Iranian attack on U.S. soil. Top officials including U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth reside here. As per reports, there was a discussion on relocating these officials but no decision has been taken yet. 

Drones Hover Over Army Base Where Rubio & Hegseth Live | U.S. Fears Surprise Iranian Attack 

A new threshold was broken in the West Asia war with a strike on the complex of Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant. IAEA confirmed that a projectile struck and destroyed a structure located 350 metres from the nuclear reactor. This plant is central to Iran's civilian nuclear energy programme.


Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Plant Attacked as West Asia War Breaches Threshold 

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has escalated attacks by launching Haj Qassem missiles after deploying Sejjil ballistic strikes, alongside waves of drones targeting Israel. The use of advanced, long-range and multi-warhead systems signals a major escalation in the conflict, raising concerns over regional stability and missile defense challenges.


Israel-Iran War: IRGC Fires Haj Qassem Missile After Sejjil Strike, Iran Targets Israel with Drones 

Israel’s ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, affirmed that Israel retains the capability to continue military operations against Iran and reiterated strategic objectives in the ongoing conflict, with no shift in goals. He also highlighted readiness for diplomatic engagement if Iran alters its course and stressed Israel’s military resolve.


Israel-Iran War | Israel’s Ambassador: We Have Capability to Continue Operations Against Iran 

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth stated that over 7,000 Iranian military targets have been struck, emphasizing that operations will continue until objectives are met. The campaign has targeted critical infrastructure across Iran, escalating tensions in the Middle East and raising concerns over regional stability, energy security, and global markets.

U.S. Secy of War: Winning War Decisively, Have Struck 7,000 Military Infra in Iran

Israel’s ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, affirmed that Israel retains the capability to continue military operations against Iran and reiterated strategic objectives in the ongoing conflict, with no shift in goals. He also highlighted readiness for diplomatic engagement if Iran alters its course and stressed Israel’s military resolve.

Israel-Iran War | Israel’s Ambassador: Israel Has Capability to Continue Operations Against Iran

The United States continues to lead global arms exports, accounting for 43% of total shipments worldwide. This dominance underscores Washington’s influence on global military trade, shaping geopolitical dynamics and security strategies.

U.S. Dominates Global Arms Market, Accounts for 43% of Worldwide Exports | WION

US President Donald Trump said Israel will not make further strikes on Iran’s South Pars gas field and urged restraint after regional escalation. Trump claimed the US had no prior knowledge of the attack and warned Iran not to hit Qatar’s energy sites, urging a halt to energy infrastructure attacks that have rocked markets and the conflict.

Israel-Iran War: Trump Says Israel Will Avoid South Pars, Urges Iran Not to Target Qatar

A drone has been spotted over a US Army base in Washington, where senior officials including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth have official residences.

According to reports, multiple unidentified drones were detected over Fort McNair on at least one night in recent days, prompting heightened security measures and internal discussions at the White House.

Officials have not yet identified the origin or intent of the drones, raising concerns about surveillance and potential security vulnerabilities at one of the most sensitive military locations in the US.

The incident comes amid heightened tensions linked to the ongoing Iran conflict, with US authorities closely monitoring possible threats.

US-Iran War: Drone Seen Over US Army Base Housing Rubio, Hegseth Raises Security Alarm | WION

The ongoing war in West Asia is raising fresh concerns over global food security, with fertiliser supplies under pressure.

Around 35% of the world’s urea shipments face disruption due to risks to key shipping routes, particularly through strategic chokepoints affected by the conflict.

The disruption could push up fertiliser prices, impacting agricultural production and food costs worldwide, especially in import-dependent regions.


US-Israel Strike Iran: West Asia War Threatens Fertiliser Supply, 35% of Global Urea at Risk | WION

Africa is facing a growing fuel crisis as the ongoing West Asia conflict disrupts key energy supply routes.

Around 600,000 barrels of daily fuel supply to the continent are now at risk, with tensions around the Strait of Hormuz raising fears of further disruptions.

The chokepoint, crucial for global oil transit, has become a flashpoint amid the Iran war, leaving several African economies vulnerable to supply shocks and rising fuel costs.


US-Iran War: Africa Fuel Crisis Deepens as Iran War Threatens 600,000 Barrels Supply | WION

Top US intelligence officials faced intense questioning in the Senate, with lawmakers pressing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard on whether Iran posed an “imminent threat” before the war.

During the hearing, Gabbard repeatedly declined to give a direct answer, saying it is the president, not the intelligence community, who determines what constitutes an imminent threat.

Her response drew scrutiny from senators, as the Trump administration has cited an “imminent threat” from Iran to justify military action.

The hearing comes amid growing controversy, including the resignation of a top US counterterrorism official who said Iran posed “no imminent threat”, further fuelling debate over the intelligence behind the war.

US-Iran War: US Senators Grill Intel Chiefs, Gabbard Dodges ‘Imminent Threat’ Question on Iran |WION

The US Federal Reserve has kept interest rates on hold, even as rising geopolitical tensions linked to the Iran war complicate its economic outlook.

The central bank continues to project 0.25 percent rate cuts in both 2026 and 2027, balancing inflation risks driven by higher energy prices against a cooling labour market.

With oil prices rising and global uncertainty increasing, policymakers face a more complex path as they attempt to manage inflation without weakening growth further.

US-Iran War: Fed Keeps Rates on Hold, with One Dissenter | World Business Watch

A report says the UK’s National Security Adviser believed a nuclear deal between Iran and the United States was within reach shortly before the conflict began.

According to sources, Jonathan Powell attended the final round of US-Iran talks and saw “surprising” progress in negotiations, with Tehran putting forward a proposal that could have prevented a rush to war.

Diplomats indicated that further technical talks had already been scheduled, suggesting both sides were moving closer to an agreement before military action was launched.

The findings raise fresh questions over whether a diplomatic resolution was still possible before the escalation.

US-Iran War | Report: UK NSA Felt Iran-US Deal Was Within Reach Before War | WION

US President Donald Trump has said Israel will not carry out further strikes on Iran’s South Pars gas field, while issuing a sharp warning to Tehran amid escalating tensions.

Trump warned that if Iran targets Qatar again, the United States would respond by “massively” striking Iran’s gas field, one of the world’s largest energy reserves.

His remarks come after Iranian missile strikes hit Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG hub following earlier attacks on Iran’s energy infrastructure.

The developments mark a dangerous escalation in the conflict, with energy infrastructure across the Gulf increasingly becoming a key target.

US-Iran War: Trump Says Israel Will Not Strike Iran Gas Plant Again | WION Breaking

US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has warned that Pakistan’s missile programme could potentially reach the United States, raising concerns over long-range capabilities.

Gabbard said Pakistan’s arsenal may include intercontinental-range missiles, signalling a possible expansion in its strategic reach.

The remarks come amid heightened global focus on missile capabilities and evolving security threats.

US-Iran War: Tulsi Gabbard Warns Pakistan Missiles Could Reach US, Flags ICBM Capability | WION

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