Israel's strikes on 30 Iranian fuel depots Saturday went far beyond what the U.S. expected when Israel notified it in advance, sparking the first significant disagreement between the allies since the war began eight days ago, according to a U.S. official, Israeli official and a source with knowledge.

Israel-Iran War: US Uneasy After Israel Hits Iranian Fuel Depot?

#Gravitas The war in West Asia has also affected India’s economy. The Indian rupee slipped past 92 against the U.S. dollar, falling to an all-time low.  


Iran War: Indian Rupee Hits Record Low

Iran has reportedly launched new, more advanced ballistic missiles toward Israel as the conflict escalates, with some designed to evade air-defence systems through maneuverable warheads and counter-measure technology. Missiles such as the Kheibar Shekan missile are built to evade interception and strike targets up to about 1,450 km away, potentially challenging Israel’s layered missile shield.

New Iranian Missiles ‘Break’ Israeli Defences | IRGC Warns Of $200 Oil Shock

Two U.S. air force planes taking part in defensive operations against Iran arrived at a British air base on Sunday (March 8).

The United States Air Force (USAF) Boeing C-17A Globemaster and USAF Lockheed C-5 Galaxy arrived at RAF Fairford in Britain on the same day British Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump.

US-Iran War: American Warplanes Arrive After UK Announces US Using Its Bases

Iran has claimed it shot down a U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper drone as the conflict rapidly escalates across the Middle East and beyond. Footage circulating online appears to show the unmanned aircraft being struck mid-air, though independent verification has yet to be confirmed. The MQ-9 Reaper is a long-endurance surveillance and strike drone widely used by the United States in operations across the region. 


US-Iran War: IRGC's Big Claim of Shooting Down American Drones

Bahrain’s state oil company on Monday declared force majeure on its shipments after Iranian strikes in the region set the largest oil facility on fire, escalating tensions across the Gulf’s vital energy corridor.
Bapco said all domestic market needs remain fully secured and supplies will continue without disruption, supported by proactive contingency plans.

US-Iran War: Bahrain's BAPCO Declares 'Force Majeure' After Strikes

Breaking: The United States and Israel have launched coordinated military strikes against targets inside 

US-Iran War: Video Shows US Hit IRGC Facility Near School

Iranian missiles and drones continue to target Gulf countries, with Bahrain’s state oil company declaring force majeure on Monday for its shipments after its refinery caught fire in an Iranian attack.



US-Iran War: Qatar, Bahrain Targeted By Waves of Missiles And Drones

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian apologised to neighbouring Gulf countries for attacks launched during the ongoing Israel–Iran war, saying Tehran did not intend to target neighbouring states and would refrain from striking them unless they were used to launch attacks against Iran.


Israel-Iran War: Iranian President Pezeshkian Apologises While IRGC Issues Warning

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that, in the past, Israel tried to pressure President Obama into ordering a strike on Iran, but Obama refused to do so. Blinken’s remarks highlight long‑standing tensions between Washington and Jerusalem over how to handle Iran’s nuclear and military programs.


US-Israel War with Iran: Blinken Says Israel Tried to Pressure Obama to Strike Iran

Israel's strikes on 30 Iranian fuel depots Saturday went far beyond what the U.S. expected when Israel notified it in advance, sparking the first significant disagreement between the allies since the war began eight days ago, according to a U.S. official, Israeli official and a source with knowledge.


Iran’s clerical body, the Assembly of Experts, has appointed Mojtaba Khamenei — the son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei — as the country’s new Supreme Leader amid the ongoing U.S.–Israel conflict. His appointment marks a controversial hereditary transition in Iran’s theocratic system, drawing international attention and widespread reaction.
U.S. President Donald Trump reacted cautiously to the news, saying he is “not happy” with the leadership change and has suggested that any new Iranian leader would need Washington’s approval to endure.

Iran: Mojtaba Khamenei To Succeed His Father Ali Khamenei as Supreme Leader

The United States and Israel are reportedly considering a high-risk special forces operation inside Iran to secure the country’s highly enriched uranium stockpile. Intelligence estimates suggest Iran possesses around 450 kilograms of uranium enriched to 60%, material that experts say could potentially be further enriched to weapons-grade levels within weeks.


US-Israel At War With Iran: Sources Say Operation Likely To Remove Uranium For Iran

A dramatic leadership shift has taken place in Iran as Mojtaba Khamenei has been named the country’s new Supreme Leader following the death of his father, Ali Khamenei, during the ongoing war involving the United States and Israel. The decision was reportedly taken by Iran’s powerful Assembly of Experts, which is constitutionally responsible for selecting the nation’s top authority.


US-Iran War: Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei Appointed New Iran Leader 

As the war in West Asia enters its eighth day, the Israel Defense Forces claims Iran still possesses over 2,500 ballistic missiles, raising alarm about the scale of Tehran’s strike capability. Israeli military officials say Iran has been rebuilding its missile production and stockpiles after the 2025 Israel-Iran conflict, restoring a large part of its arsenal.


US-Iran War: IDF Claims Iran Has Rebuilt Its Arsenal Post July 2025 Conflict

The escalating war involving Iran, United States, and Israel is sending shockwaves through global financial markets. Oil prices have surged above $110 per barrel for the first time since 2022, as disruptions to Middle East energy supply rattle traders worldwide.

The surge comes as production cuts from Gulf countries and disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz threaten nearly 20% of the world’s oil shipments, raising fears of a prolonged energy crisis.

US-Iran War: Oil Soars Above $110 As Iran War Sparks Global Market Panic

US-Iran War: Iran Dismisses Trump's Claims For A say In New Supreme Leader 

The war between the United States and Iran is rapidly turning into a costly battle of endurance. Pentagon officials are racing to secure new funding as the conflict has already cost nearly $11 billion, largely due to the massive use of missiles, interceptors, and advanced weapons systems.

In the first phase alone, U.S. operations burned through billions of dollars in munitions and interceptors, with estimates suggesting about $3.7 billion spent in the first 100 hours of strikes. Military analysts warn the campaign is now costing close to $1 billion per day, driven by airstrikes, missile defenses, and round-the-clock deployments across the region

US-Iran War: Iran’s Long War Strategy Drains US Missiles As $11 Billion Cost Mounts

The conflict between Iran and Israel escalated again after Tehran launched a new wave of missiles toward central Israel, triggering air-raid sirens in Tel Aviv and surrounding regions. Israeli air-defense systems were activated as authorities urged civilians to move into shelters while interceptors attempted to stop the incoming projectiles.

The barrage marks the first major missile attack since the appointment of Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, who succeeded his father Ali Khamenei during the ongoing regional war.

US-Iran War: Iran Fires Fresh Missile Barrage At Israel After New Supreme Leader Chosen

A United Arab Emirates-flagged tugboat has sunk in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, leaving three crew members missing as tensions in the Iran war continue to disrupt global shipping.

The vessel, Musaffah 2, reportedly caught fire after an explosion before sinking, according to officials. The boat had seven crew members from Indonesia, India and the Philippines, with four surviving while three Indonesian sailors remain missing as search operations continue

US-Iran War: Report Suggests UAE Vessel Was Struck By Missiles

The escalating war involving Iran, Israel, and the United States is sending shockwaves through the global economy. Israeli officials warn the conflict could cost the country about $3 billion every week, as businesses shut down, schools close, and thousands of reservists are mobilized.

Emergency wartime restrictions have forced much of Israel’s economy to slow or stop, with only essential services operating while many employees work from home. Analysts say the longer the conflict continues, the greater the damage to Israel’s growth and government finances.

Iran War Batters Israel's Economy With $3 Billion Weekly Cost 

Iran’s capital Tehran has been engulfed in toxic smoke and oily rainfall after massive fires erupted at fuel depots struck during the ongoing war. Authorities have issued urgent advisories asking residents to stay indoors and avoid exposure to rainfall due to fears of hazardous “toxic rain.”

The fires released large amounts of hydrocarbons, sulfur compounds and nitrogen oxides, creating dense black clouds over the city and severely degrading air quality. Officials warned that when these pollutants mix with rainwater, they can produce highly acidic precipitation capable of causing skin burns and lung damage

US-Iran War: Iran Warns War Enters A Dangerous New Phase, Tehran Faces Toxic Rains

US-Israel At War With Iran: Tehran Holds 450 Kg Of Enriched Uranium: Sources 

Fresh reports have raised concerns over China’s possible link to Iran’s missile fuel supply amid the escalating conflict in West Asia. Two Iranian vessels reportedly departed from Gaolan Port in Zhuhai, sparking speculation that they could be transporting chemicals used in rocket fuel.

According to US officials, the ships are connected to a sanctioned Iranian shipping line and may be carrying materials that could support Tehran’s missile program. Ship tracking data suggests the vessels left China as the war intensifies between Iran, Israel, and the United States, raising new geopolitical questions about Beijing’s role in the crisis.

US-Iran War: Two Iranian Ships Depart Gaolan Port In China's Zhuhai

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