Bashar al-Assad is seeking to shore up support from his allies after a shock rebel offensive saw his forces lose control of Aleppo. Syrian and Russian air strikes pummeled areas of northern Syria as Iran's top diplomat visited Damascus in a show of support for the regime. Watch in for more details!

West Asia: Syrian Army Try To Take Back Control Of Aleppo, Other Towns

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Sunday (December 1, 2024) said Lebanese American businessman Massad Boulos would serve as senior adviser on Arab and Middle Eastern affairs. Watch in for more details!

USA News: Massad Boulos Appointed Senior Advisor On West Asia

The Israeli military issued fresh warnings to Lebanon’s citizens on Friday (Nov 29), not to return to 60 villages in the south of the country, as the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire appeared to hold.

Israel warns Lebanese civilians to not return to over 60 southern villages

Palestinian militant group Hamas called on Arab and Muslim countries to translate their pledges of support into actual action. Watch in for more details!

West Asia Crisis: Arab Muslim Leaders Condemn Israeli Aggression In Gaza, Lebanon

West Asia Crisis: Arab, Muslim Leaders Call For Ban On Weapons Transfers To Israel

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi issued a warning on Saturday (Nov 9) that the conflicts between Israel and Hamas in Gaza and the Jewish state and Hezbollah in Lebanon might extend beyond the Middle East. Watch in for more details!

Iran Warns Of Risk Of 'Expansion Of War' Beyond West Asia

Heads of state in Lebanon and Israel are counting on Trump's administration to put an end to the wars in West Asia. Hamas says it will judge Trump based on his actions & policies toward Palestinians.

Donald Trump Says There Will Be Calm in West Asia 

America has announced the deployment of additional military assets to West Asia including ballistic missiles, defence destroyers and long range B52 bomber aircraft. Watch this report to know more.

New US Military Deployments In West Asia

West Asia is facing a new conflict along the Syria-Jordan border. It is fighting the rising popularity of Captagon, a highly addictive amphetamine-like drug. Captagon's popularity is rising amid ongoing unrest, with users including taxi drivers, students, militia fighters, and executives, who take it to stay awake and cope with stress. According to The Wall Street Journal, this booming drug trade is worth billions, exacerbating regional issues by funding conflicts and weapon purchases while posing a significant security threat to neighbouring countries.

Captagon Drug Trade Funding Conflict, Arms Buying in West Asia | Gravitas Deep Dive

Amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Russia has conducted extensive nuclear drills stimulating a massive response to potential enemy strikes and this comes after Russian President Vladimir Putin highlighted the importance of modern nuclear forces. Watch in for more details!

Russia President Vladimir Putin Insists On Modernising  Nuclear Capabilities Amid Conflict

At least 10 Iranian policemen were killed Saturday (Oct 26) after their convoy came under heavy attack by “miscreants,” local media reported. The attack came hours after the Shi’ite nation witnessed Israeli strikes targeting key military installations.

Iran opens probe after ‘miscreants’ kill 10 policemen in restive southeast province

US says Israel should keep Saudi Arabia in its camp. Iran is working overtime to court the Gulf nation. In our report, we ask what does this mean for the West Asian region.

Iran-Saudi Ties Rattle The West

Israel's defense minister Yoav Gallant has said that his country's planned air strikes on Iran will make the world understand Israel's military power and this statement comes after visit to the Hatzerim Air base on Wednesday. Watch in for more details!

West Asia Crisis: Strike On Iran Will Show The World Israel’s Might, Says Defence Chief Gallant

Just hours after Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu rejected the idea of a ceasefire in Lebanon the Israeli military launched strikes in South Beirut. Several explosions were heard in the capital and fumes of black smoke could be seen bellowing between buildings. Watch in for more details!

West Asia Crisis: IDF Strikes South Beirut After Netanyahu Vows 'No Ceasefire'

The American troops started arriving in Israel on Tuesday (Oct 15), according to the Pentagon as the West Asian country prepares to up the stakes in its war against Hamas as well as conflicts with Hezbollah and Iran.

First of 100 US troops arrive in Israel as West Asia braces for showdown

Adding a new dimension to the ongoing conflict in West Asia, US has made a big announcement saying it will deploy its high altitude anti-missile system in Israel. US has said it will send THAAD and its US military crew to Israel. Watch to know more.

THAAD deployment in Israel: New Defence System To Add To Israel's Arsenal

The US will send the THAAD anti-missile system and 100 troops to Israel, which is widely thought to be preparing a response to Iran for its missile attacks on the Jewish country earlier this month, even as it fights Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza. Watch to know more.

What Is THAAD? The Powerful US Anti-Missile Battery Being Sent To Israel

West Asia Crisis: US President Biden Says, Agreed To Deploy The THAAD Battery 'To Defend Israel'

Former Republican President Donald Trump has an edge over Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris on who would better navigate the country through the Ukraine and Middle East wars, a Wall Street Journal opinion poll of seven battleground states showed.

Trump leads Harris on handling West Asia, Ukraine wars, poll shows

Iran has warned Gulf Arab states it would be "unacceptable" if they allowed use of their airspace or military bases against the country and says any such move would draw a response.

US & Iran Seek Saudi's Help to Restore Calm in West Asia

In a bid to end conflicts in West Asia and to achieve some kind of a comprehensive truce, the United States and the Arab nations are reportedly holding what are being described as covert talks with Iran. According to reports that are now emerging in the Israeli media, Tel Aviv however isn't a part of this initiative, though senior Israeli officials have been briefed about the ongoing efforts. Watch in for more details!

West Asia Crisis: US President Biden, Israeli PM Netanyahu To Talk Iran Response

The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) said on Monday (Oct 7) that there was no evidence that Iran decided to build a nuclear weapon, and if it did, the United States (US) and its allies would most likely be able to detect such a step soon after it was taken. Watch in for more details!

West Asia Crisis: No Evidence Iran Has Decided To Build A Nuclear Bomb, Says CIA Chief

India had 1,699 women seafarers in 2014, and their count increased to 10,440 in 2023, reflecting an increase of 514 per cent in the registered women Indian seafarers, said Harsh Vardhan Shringla, India's former foreign secretary.

Indians now comprise 10% of all seafarers globally after steep rise over last decade

Israelis marked the first anniversary of the devastating Hamas attack that triggered a war that has sparked protests worldwide and risks igniting a far wider conflict in West Asia.

Israel-Hamas War: Gaza Unrecognizable After One Year Of War

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