Russia says Iran has not requested military assistance despite the escalating conflict in the Middle East. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said there has been no request from Tehran for Russian arms or direct military support.

However, a report by The Washington Post, citing U.S. officials familiar with intelligence assessments, claims that Russia has been providing Iran with targeting information about U.S. military assets in the region. The information reportedly includes the locations of American warships and aircraft operating in the Middle East.

The report suggests the intelligence sharing could help Iran respond to U.S. and Israeli military operations, though officials say there is no evidence that Russia is directly directing Iranian attacks.

The developments highlight growing geopolitical tensions as the Iran war draws in major global powers and raises concerns about wider international involvement.

US-Iran War: Russia Says Iran Has Not Asked For Military Help Amid Intel Sharing Claims | WION

Global oil markets are on edge as traders warn that crude prices could soon hit $100 a barrel if the war involving Iran continues to escalate. Brent crude has already surged above $90 per barrel amid fears of prolonged supply disruptions.

The conflict has severely disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route that carries around 20% of the world’s oil supply. Tanker traffic through the strait has plunged, raising concerns about a tightening global energy market.

Energy analysts say continued attacks on oil infrastructure and shipping lanes could push prices even higher, fuelling inflation and economic uncertainty worldwide.

US-Iran War: Traders Warn $100 Oil Is Imminent If Iran War Keeps Raging | WION Breaking

The United States has rejected Iran’s claim that it struck or sank the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln during the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. U.S. Central Command said the Iranian missiles “didn’t even come close” to the carrier and dismissed Tehran’s claims as false.

US-Iran War: US Rejects Iran’s Claim It Sank USS Abraham Lincoln | WION

The United Arab Emirates says its air defence systems intercepted incoming missiles and drones targeting the country amid rising tensions across the Gulf. Authorities confirmed that multiple aerial threats were neutralised before they could hit their intended targets.

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan said the country will not be an “easy prey” for any aggressor, warning that the UAE is prepared to defend its territory and protect national security.

The interceptions come as the wider Middle East conflict continues to escalate, with several Gulf states activating air defence systems in response to missile and drone threats across the region.

US-Iran War: UAE Intercepts Missiles And Drones; President Warns Nation Will Not Be Easy Prey | WION

The United States has approved an emergency arms sale to Israel worth about $151.8 million, including 12,000 1,000-pound bomb casings, as fighting escalates in the Middle East. The U.S. State Department authorised the deal using emergency powers to speed up delivery of the munitions.

US-Iran War: US Approves Emergency Sale Of 12,000 Bomb Casings To Israel Amid Iran War | WION

US-Iran War: US Rejects Iran’s Claim It Sank USS Abraham Lincoln | WION 

Iran has launched a fresh barrage of missiles targeting Israel as the conflict in the Middle East continues to intensify. Air raid sirens were reported in multiple areas as Israeli air defence systems moved to intercept incoming projectiles.

The latest attack comes amid escalating hostilities between Iran and Israel, with both sides carrying out strikes as tensions rise across the region. Officials have warned that the situation remains volatile, raising fears of a broader regional confrontation.

The developments follow days of exchanges between Iran and Israel, further heightening concerns about the stability of the Middle East.

Iran Strikes Back: Fresh Iranian Missile Barrage Targets Israel Amid Escalating War | WION

Iran’s strikes across the Gulf have brought renewed attention to the defence relationship between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. The long-standing security partnership between the two countries includes military cooperation, training and strategic coordination, which analysts say could become more relevant as regional tensions escalate.

The spotlight on the Saudi-Pakistan defence pact comes as Iran targets locations across the Gulf during the widening confrontation in the Middle East. The developments have raised questions about how regional alliances may respond if the conflict expands further.

Observers say the evolving situation could test existing defence partnerships across the Gulf and South Asia as countries monitor the impact of the escalating crisis.

US-Iran War: Iranian Strikes on Gulf Put Saudi-Pak Defence Pact Under Spotlight | WION

U.S. Central Command says American forces have struck more than 3,000 targets in Iran during the first week of the military campaign known as Operation Epic Fury. The strikes have targeted key Iranian military infrastructure including missile sites, air defence systems, command centres and naval assets.

According to U.S. officials, dozens of Iranian naval vessels have also been damaged or destroyed as part of the ongoing operation. The large-scale campaign is aimed at degrading Iran’s military capabilities amid the escalating regional conflict.

US-Iran War: US Hits 3,000 Targets In Iran; Trump Says Army, Navy And Communications ‘Gone’ | WION

Iran’s missile and drone strikes targeting Saudi Arabia have raised concerns about whether Pakistan could be drawn into the widening Middle East conflict. The attacks on Saudi territory, including energy infrastructure and military targets, mark a major escalation in the regional confrontation.

The developments have put the Saudi-Pakistan defence partnership under intense scrutiny. Islamabad and Riyadh signed a strategic mutual defence agreement in 2025 that states an attack on one country could be treated as an attack on both.

US-Iran War: Iran Strikes Saudi Arabia, Pakistan Alerted As War Entry Risk Grows | WION

The United Arab Emirates has airlifted thousands of fresh food supplies from India as aviation disruptions impact regional logistics. Authorities confirmed that around 12,000 packages of fruits and vegetables were flown from India to the UAE to help maintain food supplies.

The emergency airlift comes as flight disruptions linked to the ongoing regional crisis affect cargo movement across key Middle East aviation hubs. Officials said the shipments were arranged to ensure the continued availability of fresh produce in the UAE.

The move highlights how escalating tensions in the region are beginning to affect supply chains, including the transport of perishable food items.

US-Iran War: UAE Airlifts 12,000 Fresh Food Packages From India Amid Aviation Disruptions | WION 

Former CIA Director and ex-CENTCOM commander David Petraeus says the United States appears to have achieved “air supremacy” over Iran amid the ongoing conflict. Petraeus said recent operations by U.S. and allied forces suggest Iranian air defences have been significantly weakened.

According to Petraeus, the level of control in the skies may go beyond basic air superiority, indicating that U.S. forces can operate with limited resistance from Iranian air defences at certain altitudes.

The remarks come as U.S. and Israeli strikes continue targeting Iranian military infrastructure in a widening regional confrontation.

US-Iran War: David Petraeus Says US Has Achieved ‘Air Supremacy’ Over Iran | WION 

Israel says it has launched a broad wave of strikes on government targets in Tehran as the war with Iran continues to escalate. The Israeli military said the attacks targeted sites linked to Iranian authorities in the capital.


US-Iran War: 4 Iranian Drones Shot Down Over Erbil, Iraq

Sri Lanka’s Navy has rescued and brought ashore more than 200 crew members from the Iranian naval vessel IRIS Bushehr after the ship reported engine problems near its waters. The sailors were transported to Colombo Port and later moved to the Welisara Naval Base for medical checks and processing. The vessel is expected to be escorted to Trincomalee as authorities manage the humanitarian situation.


US-Iran War: Sri Lanka Rescues Crew Of Iran’s IRIS Bushehr, 200+ Sailors Brought Ashore

The US has temporarily allowed India to buy Russian oil currently stuck at sea in an effort to keep global supplies flowing and temper further price increases.

The US treasury has issued a 30-day waiver allowing India to buy Russian oil, having previously imposed heavy sanctions related to the war in Ukraine.

Bessent: We May Unsanction Other Russian Oil

U.S. retail gasoline and diesel prices are soaring as the U.S.-Israel war with Iran constrains oil and fuel exports, which could be a political test for President Donald Trump's Republican Party ahead ​of midterm elections in November.
Fuel prices jumped more than 10% this week as oil rose above $90 a barrel, its highest in years, adding pain at the ‌pump for consumers already strained by inflation. Trump on Thursday shrugged off higher gasoline prices in an interview with Reuters, opens new tab, saying "if they rise, they rise."

US-Iran War: Fuel Prices Surge in US

US-Iran War: Israel Launches Broad-Scale Strikes on Tehran

Saudi Arabia’s air defence systems intercepted ballistic missiles near the capital Riyadh, according to reports. The missiles were reportedly fired toward an air base located southeast of the city.

US-Iran War: Saudi Arabia Intercepts Ballistic Missiles Near Prince Sultan Base | WION

Israel says it has launched a broad wave of strikes on government targets in Tehran as the war with Iran continues to escalate. The Israeli military said the attacks targeted sites linked to Iranian authorities in the capital.

US-Iran War: Israel Launches Wave Of Strikes On Tehran Government Targets | WION

Israel has launched massive strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs and across Lebanon as the Iran war expands to a new front. The IDF says hundreds of Hezbollah targets have been hit, while the fighting has already displaced around 100,000 civilians. Fears are growing that Lebanon could become the next major battlefield in the widening Middle East conflict.

Iran-US War: Israel Pounds Beirut Suburbs As Iran War Expands Into Lebanon | WION

The United States is reportedly considering lifting sanctions on Russian oil to ease a growing supply gap in global energy markets. The move is being discussed as policymakers assess options to stabilise oil supply amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

US-Iran War: US Considering Unsanctioning Russian Oil | WION

Israel’s military says Iran has used ballistic missiles armed with cluster munition warheads during the ongoing conflict. According to Israeli officials, the missiles split in the air and release multiple smaller explosive bomblets that scatter across a wide area.

Iran Strikes Back: Israel Says Iran Using Cluster Bomb Missiles | WION

The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) says US forces are carrying out strikes that are decimating Iranian targets as the conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel intensifies.

According to CENTCOM, US military operations are targeting Iranian military infrastructure and capabilities as part of ongoing combat operations in the region. The statement comes as Washington continues to deploy additional assets and carry out strikes against Iranian positions.

The situation remains highly volatile as exchanges between Iran and its adversaries continue across multiple fronts in the Middle East.

US-Iran War: CENTCOM Says US Forces Decimating Iranian Targets Amid Escalating Conflict | WION

India has allowed the Iranian vessel IRIS Lavan to dock at Kochi after granting permission for the request. According to reports, the vessel first reached out to Indian authorities on February 28 seeking permission to dock.

Indian authorities approved the request on March 1, allowing the Iranian ship to enter the port at Kochi. The development comes amid heightened tensions in the region linked to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel.

US-Iran War: India Allows Iranian Vessel IRIS Lavan To Dock At Kochi | WION

The United States plans to significantly increase weapons production as the conflict involving Iran intensifies. US President Donald Trump said American defence companies will quadruple weapons manufacturing to meet rising military demands.

According to Trump, the expansion of US weapons production is already underway, with new plants for advanced weapon systems being built and existing facilities scaling up output. The move is aimed at ensuring a steady supply of munitions and military hardware during ongoing operations.

The announcement comes as Washington seeks to maintain military readiness and replenish stockpiles while the conflict in the Middle East continues to escalate.


US-Iran War: Trump Says Defence Firms to Ramp Up Production 'Exquisite Class Weapons' | WION

Saudi Arabia’s air defence systems intercepted ballistic missiles near the capital Riyadh, according to reports. The missiles were reportedly fired toward an air base located southeast of the city.


The United States says the ongoing war with Iran could last several weeks, with officials estimating the campaign may take around four to six weeks to achieve its objectives.

White House officials said Washington is making progress in the conflict and believes its operational goals, including gaining control of Iranian airspace, could be completed within that timeframe.

US President Donald Trump has also said the military campaign was initially projected to last four to five weeks, though he warned it could extend longer if necessary depending on developments on the ground.

US-Israel Strike Iran: US Says War With Iran Could Last 4–6 Weeks | WION

Reports say Saudi Arabia has begun quiet back-channel talks with Iran as tensions escalate across the Middle East. The discussions are believed to be aimed at preventing further regional escalation amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel.


US-Iran War | Reports: Riyadh Begins Back Channel Talks with Iran | WION

An oil facility in Iraq’s Burjesia area was targeted for the second time on Friday, according to local reports.

US-Iran War | Iraq: Burjesia Oil Facility Targeted for the Second Time on Friday | WION Breaking

Fresh explosions were reported in Tehran after Israel carried out a pre-dawn attack targeting sites in the Iranian capital. Residents reported loud blasts and rising smoke across parts of the city as the conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States continues to escalate.

US-Iran War: Israel Conducts Pre-Dawn Attack in Tehran | WION Breaking

A missile that struck an elementary school in southern Iran may have been fired by US forces during a strike on a nearby Iranian military facility, according to reporting and analysis cited by The New York Times.

The incident took place in Minab, where the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school was destroyed during the early phase of US-Israeli airstrikes targeting Iranian military sites. Satellite imagery and video analysis suggest the school was hit at the same time as strikes on a nearby Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps naval base.

Preliminary findings from a US military investigation cited by media reports indicate American forces were likely responsible for the strike, though officials stress the probe is ongoing and final conclusions have not been reached.

The attack reportedly killed more than 150 people, many of them schoolchildren, according to Iranian officials, though the numbers have not been independently verified. The United States has said it does not deliberately target civilian sites and that the incident is under investigation.

US-Iran War | NYT: US Missile May Have Hit Iranian School During Strike On Naval Base | WION

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