The State Department has added business formal dress code guidance to its internal policy manual for the first time, establishing department-wide standards for employee attire.

The changes, implemented in recent days in the Foreign Affairs Manual — the department’s central repository for policies — mark the first time the agency has formally codified expectations for how diplomats and staff should dress in official settings.

Business Formal Dress Code Guidance Added to Internal Policy

NASA’s Artemis II mission is approaching the Moon, marking a historic step in humanity’s return to deep space exploration. While the crew continues to achieve key mission milestones aboard the Orion spacecraft, engineers are closely monitoring minor technical issues, including a reported toilet system glitch and communication checks from Mission Control.


Artemis II Nears Moon, Balances Milestones & Malfunctions, Toilet Glitch Reported 

An Israeli Air Force helicopter accidentally dropped a bomb in an open area in northern Israel overnight, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed. The IDF said the incident occurred “due to human error.” Officials emphasised that there were no injuries or damage to nearby property.


Israel-Iran War | Israeli Military Drops Bomb in Northern Israel By Mistake

Iraq has suspended trade and passenger movement through the Shalamcheh border crossing, a key transit route connecting Iraq and Iran, amid rising regional security concerns linked to the ongoing US-Iran conflict. The crossing is vital for commerce, pilgrims, and cross-border travel, and the suspension signals growing caution along critical frontier routes.


Iraq Suspends Trade & Passenger Movement Through Shalamcheh Crossing

Kuwait says two power and water desalination plants were targeted in attacks attributed to Iran, raising serious concerns over the safety of critical infrastructure in the Gulf region. Authorities reported material damage to facilities and generator units, while emergency teams rushed to maintain electricity and water supply continuity. 


Breaking: Kuwait Says Two Power and Water Desalination Plants Attacked by Iran

The Strait of Hormuz crisis is entering a new phase as Iran allows selective vessel passage while restricting broader maritime traffic through one of the world’s most critical oil chokepoints. Nearly 20% of global oil trade passes through the strait, making every move by Tehran strategically significant. Analysts say the controlled transit suggests a calibrated pressure tactic, enabling Iran to influence global energy flows without triggering a full blockade. Is this selective access a warning signal—or a bargaining tool in the escalating US-Iran conflict?


Hormuz Crisis: Selective Passage Signals Iran's Calculated Strategy?

Amid rising tensions in the ongoing US-Iran war, U.S. authorities have arrested two relatives of slain Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani. The detainees identified as his niece Hamideh Soleimani Afshar and her daughter were taken into custody by ICE after their U.S. residency status was revoked by the State Department. Officials allege support for Iran’s regime and propaganda activities


US-Iran War: ICE Arrests Two Relatives of Slain Iranian General Qasem Soleimani

A projectile strike near Iran’s Bushehr nuclear plant has killed one security personnel and damaged an auxiliary building, while the main reactor remains unaffected. Bushehr, Iran’s first commercial nuclear facility on the Persian Gulf, has now seen multiple incidents in recent weeks. The attack comes amid rising US-Iran tensions, with Iranian forces warning of strong retaliation and tightening security around the sensitive site.


US-Iran War: Iran Alerts IAEA After Fourth Strike Near Bushehr Nuclear Plant

A U.S. F‑15E Strike Eagle fighter jet has been shot down by Iranian fire, marking a major escalation in the ongoing conflict. One crew member has been rescued by U.S. forces, while a desperate search continues for the missing second airman amid intense combat rescue operations behind enemy lines. 


US-Iran War: F-15E Strike Eagle Lost to Iranian Fire | Race Against Time to Find the Crew

Pakistan announces free access to state-run public transport for 30 days, aiming to ease commuting costs for citizens and support economic relief measures. This initiative covers buses, trains, and metro services across major cities, offering temporary financial relief and encouraging public transport use.


Pakistan Authorities Free State-Run Public Transport for 30-Days 

India successfully navigates a high number of vessels through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, ensuring uninterrupted trade and energy supplies amid regional tensions. The operation highlights India’s maritime capabilities and strategic planning in a critical international waterway.


India Manages to Get High Numbers of Vessels Through the Strait

Amid the ongoing US-Iran war, Iranian forces are reportedly searching for the crew of a downed American fighter jet after it crashed inside Iranian territory. According to U.S. officials, one crew member from the two-seat F-15E Strike Eagle has been rescued, while efforts continue to locate the second missing crew member.


US-Iran War: Donald Trump Says F-15 Loss Would Not Affect Negotiations with Iran

Step into the legendary world of Sherlock Holmes as we explore his iconic detective workspace in London. From the meticulously recreated study to the famous magnifying glass and chemistry set, discover the tools and secrets that inspired generations of sleuths. 


London: Explore Sherlock Holmes’ Iconic Detective Workspace in London

In the ongoing US‑Iran war, retired Brigadier General Houston Cantwell has explained how specialised military training known as SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape) prepares aircrew for the worst‑case scenario if they are shot down behind enemy lines.


US-Iran War: Retd Brigadier General Houston Cantwell Explains Sere Training 

A drone strike has targeted oil storage facilities in Basra, Iraq, raising concerns over disruptions in the country’s key energy infrastructure. Authorities reported damage to storage tanks, though no casualties have been confirmed so far. The strike comes amid rising tensions in the region, highlighting vulnerabilities in Iraq’s oil sector and the potential impact on global energy markets. Security forces are investigating the source and scale of the attack. 


Breaking: Drone Strike Targets Oil Storage in Iraq’s Basra

A 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region, sending strong tremors across parts of North India, including Delhi-NCR, Punjab, Haryana, and Jammu & Kashmir. The quake occurred at a depth of around 150 km, according to seismic authorities, and was felt widely across the region, prompting residents to step outdoors as a precaution. There were no immediate reports of major damage in India, though the tremor highlighted the region’s vulnerability to seismic activity originating in the Afghanistan-Tajikistan belt.


Afghanistan Hit by 5.9 Magnitude Quake, North India Feels Strong Tremors

As the geopolitical situation in West Asia remains elevated, today we look at how Iran has redefined the economics of power and control.


Iran War: How Iran Has Redefined the Economics of Power 

Iran’s currency has staged a sharp rebound against the Pakistani rupee this week. Reports suggest that it reflects shifting expectations around the ongoing conflict in West Asia. In Pakistan’s open market, the Iranian rial surged fourfold against the Pakistani rupee and has reversed the steep losses it faced at the start of the war.


Why Iranian Rial is Surging in the Forex Market

Global food commodity prices have risen for a second straight month, according to the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization.


US-Iran War: Global Food Prices Rise for Second Month

US-Iran War: Iran Searches for Missing Crew of Downed US Jet

Indian markets remained volatile this week, as investors watched global crude oil prices and the broader economic fallout from the conflict in West Asia. Take a look at this next report to find out what moved Indian stocks and for cues to watch in the following week.


What Moved Indian Markets This Week?

Tensions have sharply escalated as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claims it targeted the USS Abraham Lincoln with cruise missiles and shot down another F-35 fighter jet. Iran has also released images of alleged debris, while US officials dispute the claims. The conflicting narratives highlight the fog of war, with both sides pushing competing versions as the conflict intensifies.


US-Iran War: Iran Claims USS Abraham Lincoln Targeted With 4 Cruise Missiles

Pakistan’s efforts to secure a ceasefire through back-channel diplomatic exchanges have reportedly failed to produce a breakthrough, underscoring continued tensions in the region. Despite quiet contacts aimed at easing hostilities and opening space for dialogue, officials indicated that key disagreements remain unresolved. 


Pakistan's Ceasefire Efforts Fail Despite Back-Channel Exchanges

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Business Formal Dress Code Guidance Added to Internal Policy

Artemis II Nears Moon, Balances Milestones & Malfunctions, Toilet Glitch Reported

Israel-Iran War | Israeli Military Drops Bomb in Northern Israel By Mistake

Iraq Suspends Trade & Passenger Movement Through Shalamcheh Crossing

Breaking: Kuwait Says Two Power and Water Desalination Plants Attacked by Iran

Hormuz Crisis: Selective Passage Signals Iran's Calculated Strategy?

US-Iran War: ICE Arrests Two Relatives of Slain Iranian General Qasem Soleimani

US-Iran War: Iran Alerts IAEA After Fourth Strike Near Bushehr Nuclear Plant

US-Iran War: F-15E Strike Eagle Lost to Iranian Fire | Race Against Time to Find the Crew

Pakistan Authorities Free State-Run Public Transport for 30-Days

India Manages to Get High Numbers of Vessels Through the Strait

US-Iran War: Donald Trump Says F-15 Loss Would Not Affect Negotiations with Iran

London: Explore Sherlock Holmes’ Iconic Detective Workspace in London

US-Iran War: Retd Brigadier General Houston Cantwell Explains Sere Training

Breaking: Drone Strike Targets Oil Storage in Iraq’s Basra

US-Iran War: Donald Trump Says F-15 Loss Would Not Affect Negotiations with Iran

Afghanistan Hit by 5.9 Magnitude Quake, North India Feels Strong Tremors

Iran War: How Iran Has Redefined the Economics of Power

Why Iranian Rial is Surging in the Forex Market

US-Iran War: Global Food Prices Rise for Second Month

US-Iran War: Iran Searches for Missing Crew of Downed US Jet

What Moved Indian Markets This Week?

US-Iran War: Iran Claims USS Abraham Lincoln Targeted With 4 Cruise Missiles

Pakistan's Ceasefire Efforts Fail Despite Back-Channel Exchanges