Escalating US-Iran conflict has forced Dubai gold traders to offer steep discounts of up to 
 per ounce below London benchmark prices. Airspace closures, grounded flights, and, in some cases, military threats have stranded shipments, prompting dealers to cut prices to avoid high storage and insurance costs.


US-Iran War Disruptions Trigger Dubai Gold Discount

Sri Lanka’s Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has warned that the ongoing West Asia conflict may now be spilling into the Indian Ocean region. Speaking to WION, Premadasa raised concerns over the presence of an Iranian vessel in Indian Ocean waters, cautioning that the war between Israel and Iran could expand beyond its current theatre.

He described the Indian Ocean as a traditionally peaceful maritime zone and urged global powers to prevent further escalation that could threaten regional stability, trade routes, and security. The remarks come amid rising geopolitical tensions and growing fears that the West Asia war may impact broader international waters.

Sri Lanka Opposition Leader Warns West Asia War Has Reached Indian Ocean

A ballistic missile has reportedly landed near a military air base in Saudi Arabia, falling in an uninhabited area and causing no casualties. Authorities say the missile impact occurred close to the base perimeter but did not damage key infrastructure.

The incident comes amid rising tensions across West Asia as the conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States continues to escalate. Regional security analysts warn that stray or misdirected missiles could further widen the conflict and pull additional countries into the crisis.


Missile Lands Near Saudi Air Base: Ballistic Missile Fell In Uninhabited Area

Reports say Russia may be providing intelligence to Iran about the locations of US military assets in the Middle East. According to officials cited in media reports, Moscow has shared information on the positions of American warships, aircraft and other military infrastructure.

The intelligence sharing is believed to help Iran track and potentially target US forces across the region amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel.

Officials cited in the reports say the information may include location data and surveillance intelligence that could improve Iran’s targeting capability. However, it is not clear how directly the intelligence has been used in attacks.

Russia has previously condemned US and Israeli strikes on Iran, while the reported intelligence cooperation highlights growing military coordination between Moscow and Tehran during the escalating crisis.

Iran War: Is Russia Feeding Tehran Intelligence To Target US Bases?

The conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran is escalating rapidly. U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that there will be no peace deal with Iran unless Tehran agrees to “unconditional surrender.” The statement comes as Israeli airstrikes and U.S. military operations intensify across the region, raising fears of a wider Middle East war.

Iran has rejected the demand and vowed to continue defending itself while missile attacks and military strikes continue on multiple fronts. With global oil prices rising and tensions spreading across the Middle East, the world is watching closely to see whether diplomacy or escalation will follow.

Iran War Day 8: Trump Demands 'Unconditional Surrender' 

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims it attacked a U.S. oil tanker in the northern Persian Gulf. Tensions rise in the region as U.S. officials respond and maritime security concerns escalate. Stay updated for the latest developments.

US-Iran War: IRGC Claims Attack on U.S. Oil Tanker in Gulf

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

In an explosive statement, U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Iran is “no longer the bully of the Middle East” after Tehran reportedly apologized to neighbouring Gulf states amid the ongoing US‑Israel conflict in West Asia. Trump said Iran had been “beat to hell” by relentless strikes and suggested its recent diplomatic moves were effectively a form of surrender, a position that Iran’s leadership has denied.

'Iran Has The Right To Defend Itself': Pezeshkian Defends Strikes On Gulf

Tensions between the United States and Iran continue to rise as reports emerge about a possible deployment of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush to West Asia. Iranian sources claimed that Washington is preparing to send another carrier strike group to the region, but the United States has pushed back against these claims.

According to recent defense reports, the USS George H.W. Bush has completed its pre-deployment training and could soon be sent toward the Eastern Mediterranean. If deployed, it would become the third U.S. aircraft carrier operating near Iran, alongside the USS Gerald R. Ford in the Red Sea and USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea

US Rejects Iran's Claims: Trump Deploying USS George H.W. Bush To West Asia? 

In the first week of the escalating US-Israel war against Iran, over 3,000 targets in western Iran have reportedly been struck by combined air and missile campaigns. U.S. and Israeli forces have focused on military infrastructure, supply lines, and strategic sites, marking one of the most intense periods of attacks since the conflict began.

Officials warn that the concentrated strikes could further destabilize the region, disrupt civilian life, and increase tensions across West Asia. Analysts are closely monitoring how Tehran responds and whether escalation could spread beyond its borders.

US & Israeli Strikes Concentrated In Western Iran: Over 3,000 Targets In First Week Of War 

The United States has confirmed that multiple F‑15 warplanes crashed during active operations. The Pentagon’s first acknowledgment follows earlier unverified reports from regional sources.

The incident underscores the risks faced by aircraft in contested airspace, with potential casualties and operational impacts still under investigation. Analysts say such losses could affect air campaign strategies and reflect the increasing intensity of the US–Israel–Iran conflict.

US-Iran At War: CENTCOM Confirms Fighter Jets Downed In Friendly Fir

Gulf sovereign wealth funds, built over decades from oil riches, may now face their biggest test yet. As tensions rise in West Asia and energy infrastructure faces disruption risks, governments across the gulf could increasingly rely on these massive investment pools, originally designed as financial buffers for difficult times.


US-Iran War: Gulf Sovereign Funds Hold Trillions In Global Assets

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has apologised to neighbouring countries after Iranian missile and drone attacks rattled several Gulf states. He said Tehran will avoid targeting regional nations unless attacks originate from their territory, a policy approved by Iran’s interim leadership council following the death of Ali Khamenei.


US-Iran War: Iran President Apologises To Gulf Nations After Drone & Missile Attacks

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: Iran Strikes Trigger Air Raid Alerts in Israel

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'

Israel says Iran has escalated the conflict by using cluster bomb warheads in ballistic missile strikes. According to the Israeli military, the missile’s warhead splits mid-air and scatters around 20 smaller explosive submunitions across a wide area, increasing the risk to civilians.

The development comes as Israel intensifies its campaign against Iranian targets, with the IDF reporting thousands of bombs dropped on strategic sites across Iran since the start of the war.

Iran-Israel War: Israel Claims Iran Using Cluster Bomb Missile

Israel's military said it launched a "broad wave" of strikes on Iran's capital of Tehran targeting regime infrastructure, with additional strikes in Beirut's southern suburbs. Iran responded early Friday with retaliatory strikes on Israel.



US-Iran War: Israel Confirms Wave of Strikes on Government Targets in Tehran

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-Iran War: White House Claims Major Blow To US Navy

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.

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

Newly surfaced FBI memos from past interviews reportedly contain unsubstantiated allegations involving U.S. President Donald Trump linked to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Trump has denied all claims, while reports say the accusations stem from interviews conducted with a woman who alleged she was introduced to Trump by Epstein in the 1980s. The documents are now drawing renewed scrutiny and political attention.


Epstein Files: New FBI Files Reveal Unsubstantiated' Allegations Against Trump 

Israel launches a fresh wave of strikes on Tehran as the Iran war escalates across West Asia. Reports claim Russia may be sharing intelligence with Iran on U.S. military assets in the region, raising fears of a wider superpower confrontation. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a hardline ultimatum demanding Iran’s unconditional surrender.


US-Iran War: Reports Suggest Moscow Providing Tehran Intelligence To Target US Forces

Iraq and the Kurdistan Regional Government have firmly denied reports that their territory is being used to launch attacks into Iran. The statement came after claims of militant incursions across the Iran-Iraq border, prompting urgent talks between Iraqi Prime Minister and the Kurdish leadership. Officials insist Iraq will not allow its land to become a base for attacks against neighbouring countries.


Iraq, Kurds Declare: Country Not a Launchpad for Attacks on Neighbours Amid Iran War 

U.S. President Donald Trump remains in the spotlight for contradicting himself. Whether it is regarding oil prices or deployment of ground troops, he has made a serious of u-turns since the commencement of the war.


US-Iran War | Believe It or Not: Quote-Unquote From Trump Team 

Dubai-based billionaire businessman Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor slammed U.S. President Donald Trump for starting the West Asia war. He questioned Trump on the collateral damage in the region and opined that the consequences will be borne by Americans as well. This comes amid a number of missile strikes by Iran on UAE. 


Dubai Tycoon Furious at Donald Trump: Who Gave You the Right to Drag West Asia Into War

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