Rising tensions between Israel and Iran are triggering fears of a possible fuel price hike in India, leaving motorists and cab drivers worried about the impact on their daily earnings.

Drivers across major Indian cities say even a small increase in petrol prices could significantly affect their livelihoods, as fuel accounts for a major portion of operating costs for taxis and ride-hailing vehicles. Many drivers fear prolonged volatility in global oil markets could force oil companies to raise prices at the pump.

India imports nearly 85–88% of its crude oil, making the country highly sensitive to global supply disruptions and price fluctuations

Israel-Iran War Sparks Fuel Price Fears As Indian Drivers Brace

Ukraine’s military has carried out a strike on a missile production facility in Bryansk, Russia, targeting infrastructure linked to Russia’s weapons manufacturing network. Ukrainian officials say the attack was aimed at disrupting missile production used in strikes against Ukrainian cities.


Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine's Military Hits Russian Missile Plant in Bryansk

The United States military says it has destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying boats in the Strait of Hormuz. The vessels were believed to be capable of deploying naval mines in the strategic waterway.

US-Iran War: US Forces Destroy 16 Iranian Minelayer Vessels Near Strait of Hormuz

The United States military says it has destroyed 10 Iranian mine-laying boats in the Strait of Hormuz. The vessels were believed to be capable of deploying naval mines in the strategic waterway.

U.S. officials said the operation was aimed at safeguarding commercial shipping and preventing threats to maritime traffic moving through the strait. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints, carrying a major share of global oil and LNG shipments.

The strikes come amid the ongoing conflict with Iran, which has disrupted shipping in the region and heightened concerns over global energy supplies.

US-Iran War: Trump Says US Destroyed 10 Iranian Mine-Laying Boats in Strikes 

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has rejected U.S. allegations that Tehran was preparing a pre-emptive attack on American forces, calling the claim “a sheer and utter lie.” The statement comes amid escalating tensions in the ongoing war between Iran and the United States.

US-Iran War: Iran FM Abbas Araghchi Rejects Claims Of Planned Attack On US Forces 

Tensions in the Iran war have intensified after Tehran accused Washington of spreading “lies” about the conflict while secretly launching attacks from bases across the Gulf region. Iranian officials claim video evidence released by United States Central Command shows American HIMARS rocket systems being used from neighboring countries to strike Iranian targets.

The U.S. has not disclosed the exact location of these launch sites, fueling speculation that American forces could be operating from Gulf bases within range of Iran’s southern coast. Military analysts note that the HIMARS system can strike targets 300–500 km away, meaning launchers positioned along the Persian Gulf could hit strategic Iranian infrastructure.

US-Iran War: Iran Accuses US Of War ‘Lies’, Accuses US Of Using Gulf Bases 

The United States military says it has destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying boats in the Strait of Hormuz. The vessels were believed to be capable of deploying naval mines in the strategic waterway.

U.S. officials said the operation was aimed at safeguarding commercial shipping and preventing threats to maritime traffic moving through the strait. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints, carrying a major share of global oil and LNG shipments.

The strikes come amid the ongoing conflict with Iran, which has disrupted shipping in the region and heightened concerns over global energy supplies.

US-Iran War: US Central Command Releases Footage Of Minelayers Being Hit

A drone attack has struck a U.S. diplomatic facility in Baghdad, Iraq, in what officials suspect may be a retaliatory move by pro-Tehran militias amid the escalating regional conflict. The incident comes as tensions between Iran and the United States continue to rise.

Sources say the strike targeted a diplomatic support site linked to U.S. operations in Iraq. Security agencies are investigating the attack, while authorities have increased alert levels around American installations in the region.


US-Iran War: Drone Strikes US Diplomatic Facility In Iraq As Iran War Expands

Germany’s Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has visited Israel amid the ongoing war involving Iran, marking the first visit by a senior foreign official since the air campaign began. During the trip, Wadephul met Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar and toured the site of a recent Iranian missile attack.


US-Iran War: Germany Pushes For Talks Amid War; European Nations Fears Wider War

Confusion erupted in Washington after Chris Wright claimed that the United States Navy had escorted an oil tanker through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints. The statement briefly calmed markets, with oil prices reportedly falling around 15% after the announcement suggested that shipping routes remained secure.

However, the White House quickly distanced itself from the claim, rejecting the assertion and triggering questions about what actually happened in the volatile waterway.

US-Iran War: White House Denies Claim US Navy Escorted Ship Through Strait Of Hormuz 

Airline stocks around the world have tumbled sharply as the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war with Iran pushes oil prices higher and disrupts global air travel. Shares of major carriers have fallen significantly amid rising jet fuel costs and restricted airspace over the Middle East.

Industry data shows that more than 37,000 flights to and from the Middle East have been cancelled since the conflict began on February 28 - a figure that reflects widespread travel disruptions, airspace closures, and safety concerns for commercial flights. Surging fuel prices - up about 20% in recent trading - are adding pressure to airlines already grappling with cost increases and route disruptions

Airlines Stocks Slide as Oil Surges | 37,000 Flights Cancelled Since Iran War Began

Israeli journalist Josh Hasten has highlighted that a key strategic aim in the ongoing U.S.–Israel conflict with Iran is regime change in Tehran, particularly in light of the recent appointment of Mojtaba Khamenei -son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei -as Iran’s new Supreme Leader.

US-Iran War: Iran’s New Supreme Leader Named, Israeli journalist Discuss Regime Change Aim

The Qatari Prime Minister has condemned recent strikes on Gulf states, calling them a “betrayal”, amid escalating tensions in the region.
Meanwhile, the United States has ordered all non-essential personnel to evacuate Saudi Arabia, citing security concerns as the conflict in West Asia intensifies. This comes amid ongoing military operations, regional instability, and threats to key energy infrastructure.

US-Iran War: Qatar Condemns Gulf Attacks, US Evacuates Non-Essential Staff from Saudi Arabia

U.S. President Donald Trump said the decision to end the ongoing war with Iran will be a “mutual” decision with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Speaking in an interview, Trump indicated that while he would make the final call, Israel will have a significant say in determining when the conflict ends. The remarks come as tensions in West Asia continue to escalate following coordinated U.S. and Israeli strikes and Iran’s retaliatory attacks.

US-Iran War: Trump: End of Iran War Will Be a Mutual Decision With Netanyahu

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: China Sends Missile Fuel Materials to Iran? Ships Depart Zhuhai Amid War

Kuwait authorities have reported a drone attack on vital infrastructure, targeting airport fuel tanks and causing significant damage. The incident resulted in the death of two security officers, while emergency services rushed to secure the area.

Officials are investigating the attack amid rising regional tensions in the Middle East, with security forces increasing vigilance across critical facilities. The drone strikes highlight growing concerns about asymmetric attacks on energy and transportation infrastructure in the Gulf.

Breaking: Kuwait Airport Fuel Tanks Hit by Drone Attack | Two Officers Killed

Recent reports indicate that Iran may be relying on older ballistic missiles in its current military operations, even as newer systems exist in its arsenal. Among the modern Iranian missiles frequently discussed are variants of the Fateh family -including the Fateh‑110, Fateh‑313, and Fateh Mobin -all of which are solid‑propelled, road‑mobile short‑range ballistic missiles with varying ranges and levels of guidance technology.

US-Iran War: Are Iran’s Older Missiles Still in Use? Modern Fateh Series Breakdown

The United States has clarified that it will not target Iran’s energy infrastructure, including oil and gas facilities amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the U.S., U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright said, in comments aimed at calming markets and limiting fears of a broader oil war. Wright emphasized that recent strikes were focused on local fuel depots and not strategic energy sites, and that disruptions to petroleum and gas supplies are expected to be short‑lived.

US-Iran War: U.S. Assures No Attacks on Iran Oil Amid Middle East Tensions 

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 

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