Amid the escalating US-Israel war with Iran, some Greek-owned commercial ships are continuing to sail through the highly volatile Strait of Hormuz despite rising military threats. Shipping companies are reportedly taking the risk as freight rates surge due to reduced maritime traffic and soaring insurance premiums.


US-Israel in War with Iran: Greek Ships Risk Hormuz Passage for Gains

The war between the United States, Israel and Iran continues to escalate as U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth revealed that joint American and Israeli forces have struck more than 15,000 targets across Iran since the conflict began. According to the Pentagon, the strikes have focused on Iranian missile sites, drone infrastructure, air defenses and military facilities as part of the ongoing campaign.


US-Iran War | Hegseth: US-Israel Strikes Hit Over 15000 Targets in Iran War 

Tensions across the Gulf region are escalating as the war between the United States, Israel and Iran intensifies, raising fears of a wider and deadlier regional conflict. Fresh strikes, missile attacks and threats to global oil routes have put Gulf nations on high alert.


US-Israel War With Iran: Gulf Region Braces for Bigger and Deadlier Regional War

Amid ongoing conflict around Strait of Hormuz, some Greek‑owned commercial ships are reportedly continuing to transit the high‑risk waterway, where energy exports and global shipping converge. Despite threats from missile, drone, and naval attacks, these vessels are said to be earning up to $500,000 per day - a reflection of soaring risk premiums and insurance costs for operating in war‑affected seas.

Greek Ships Risk Strait of Hormuz, Earn $500K Per Day Amid Tensions

The Government of India has tightened rules governing liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supplies amid disruptions caused by the ongoing Iran war and tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. With global fuel supply chains under strain, authorities have taken several steps to ensure domestic LPG availability and prevent panic buying.

Breaking: India Tightens LPG Rules Amid Iran War | Supply Controls & Priority Allocation

The Ministry of External Affairs, India has conducted an inter-ministerial briefing on the ongoing conflict in West Asia, emphasizing India’s active engagement with all key interlocutors in the region. Authorities confirmed that India is closely monitoring developments, coordinating with diplomats, and ensuring the safety of Indian citizens and energy interests abroad.

MEA: India in Touch With All Interlocutors Amid West Asia War

The U.S. Navy has deployed the USS Tripoli, a Wasp-class amphibious assault ship, to West Asia amid escalating tensions in the region. The move comes as part of efforts to enhance U.S. military presence, protect shipping lanes such as the Strait of Hormuz, and safeguard American interests in the Gulf.

US-Iran War: U.S. Deploys USS Tripoli to West Asia Amid Rising Tensions

US President Donald Trump has reportedly declined a proposal from Russian President Vladimir Putin to relocate Iran’s uranium stockpile to Russia, according to a report by Axios.

The proposal involved moving Iran’s enriched uranium to Russian territory as part of efforts to address concerns surrounding Tehran’s nuclear programme amid the ongoing conflict.

However, Trump rejected the idea, the report said, highlighting continued disagreements over how to manage Iran’s nuclear issue during the escalating war.

Iran War: Trump Rejects Putin’s Plan to Move Iran’s Uranium to Russia

Instagram is set to end end-to-end encrypted (E2EE) direct messages on May 8, 2026, marking a major shift in the platform’s messaging privacy features. The move means that encrypted chats previously available for some users will no longer be supported, raising questions about privacy, security, and user data protection.

Instagram Drops Encrypted Messages | E2EE Direct Messages End May 8, 2026

After a shooting at Old Dominion University in Virginia,  President Donald Trump made controversial comments suggesting that “bad genes” — or genetics — may play a role in violent attacks. The remarks have ignited widespread debate about the causes of violence, gun policy, and political rhetoric in the United States.

Trump’s Controversial ‘Bad Genes’ Remark After Campus Attack

The Mumbai Fringe Festival 2026 presents “Sherlock Holmes: The Last Act”, a captivating one-man production by Thomas. This unique adaptation brings Arthur Conan Doyle’s legendary detective to life on stage, blending suspense, drama, and thrilling storytelling in an intimate performance setting.

Sherlock Holmes: The Last Act | Mumbai Fringe Festival One-Man Show

In a significant move amid the Iran war and rising energy prices, former President Donald Trump has temporarily lifted curbs on Russian oil exports, allowing shipments to reach global markets. The decision comes as oil prices surged due to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

U.S. Eases Russian Oil Sanctions as Iran Conflict Hits Oil Prices

Pakistan has reportedly struck a fuel depot near Kandahar Airport, escalating tensions in the region. Officials confirm that the attack targeted strategic fuel storage facilities, raising concerns over energy security and regional stability.

Pakistan Strikes Near Kandahar Airport Fuel Storage 

Greek Ships Risk Crossing Hormuz Strait, Earn Up to $500,000 a Day

The escalating war in the Gulf triggered sharp reactions in global markets during the week of March 9–13, 2026, as energy prices surged and equity markets turned volatile.

Global Markets React to Gulf Conflict | News in Numbers

Global leaders and thinkers are coming together at #WIONWorldPulse to discuss the ideas shaping tomorrow. Dr Angelique Coetzee explains why WION World Pulse stands out as a unique forum connecting experts, policymakers, and thought leaders from around the world.

WION World Pulse: Dr Angelique Coetzee, Former National Chairperson Of SA Medical Association

WION World Pulse: Dr Angelique Coetzee highlights global exchange Of Ideas

At least four people have been killed in overnight Russian strikes across Ukraine, Ukrainian authorities in Kyiv reported. The attacks struck residential areas and critical infrastructure, damaging homes and essential facilities, according to emergency services and government officials. The latest strikes come amid ongoing tensions and continued military activity in the region.

Russia-Ukraine War: 4 Killed in Russian Overnight Strikes | Homes & Infrastructure Hit

US President Donald Trump has rejected a proposal from Russian President Vladimir Putin to move Iran’s uranium stockpile to Russia, according to an Axios report.

The proposal reportedly suggested transferring Iran’s uranium to Russian territory as part of efforts to manage the nuclear issue amid the ongoing conflict.

However, Trump declined the offer, the report said, underscoring continued tensions and competing diplomatic approaches over Iran’s nuclear programme during the war.

US-Iran War: Trump Rejects Putin Proposal To Move Iran’s Uranium To Russia: Report | WION Breaking

All six crew members aboard a US KC-135 refuelling aircraft that crashed in western Iraq have been confirmed dead, according to US Central Command.

The aircraft went down during a mission supporting the US campaign against Iran. Two KC-135 tankers were involved in the operation, but the second aircraft landed safely. Officials say the crash occurred in what the military described as “friendly airspace.”

US officials have said the incident was not caused by hostile or friendly fire, and the cause of the crash is under investigation.

The loss of the tanker and its crew highlights the risks facing US forces as the war with Iran continues to escalate across the region.


Iran War Latest: All 6 US Crew Confirmed Dead After KC-135 Refuelling Plane Crash In Iraq

Saudi Arabia’s stock market has climbed despite escalating tensions in the Gulf, with the Tadawul All Share Index (TASI) now trading higher than its level before the war began.

Market gains suggest investor confidence in Saudi Arabia’s economic resilience even as conflict in the region disrupts energy markets and shipping routes.

US-Iran War: Saudi Stocks Rise Despite Gulf Turmoil; Tadawul Index Higher Than Pre-War Levels | WION

US President Donald Trump says American forces carried out what he described as one of the most powerful bombing raids in the history of West Asia, targeting military installations on Iran’s Kharg Island.

Trump said US forces “totally obliterated” military targets on the island but deliberately avoided hitting its oil infrastructure. Kharg Island is a strategic hub that handles a large share of Iran’s crude oil exports.

The US president also warned that Iran’s oil facilities on the island could be targeted in the future if Tehran interferes with shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy routes.

The strike marks a major escalation in the ongoing conflict between Iran and the US-Israel alliance.


US-Iran War: Trump Says US Bombed Iran’s Kharg Island In ‘Most Powerful Raid In West Asia’ | WION

US President Donald Trump says American forces carried out what he described as one of the most powerful bombing raids in the history of West Asia, targeting military installations on Iran’s Kharg Island.

Trump said US forces “totally obliterated” military targets on the island but deliberately avoided hitting its oil infrastructure. Kharg Island is a strategic hub that handles a large share of Iran’s crude oil exports.

The US president also warned that Iran’s oil facilities on the island could be targeted in the future if Tehran interferes with shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy routes.

The strike marks a major escalation in the ongoing conflict between Iran and the US-Israel alliance.

US-Iran War: Trump Says US Bombed Iran’s Kharg Island In ‘Most Powerful Raid In West Asia’ |Breaking

US President Donald Trump has said American forces deliberately avoided targeting oil infrastructure during strikes on Iran’s Kharg Island.

Speaking after the raid, Trump said the United States chose not to attack the island’s oil facilities even as military targets were hit during the operation. Kharg Island is a key hub for Iran’s crude exports and sits near the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy shipping route.

Trump also warned that oil infrastructure could become a target if shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is disrupted during the ongoing conflict.

US-Iran War: Trump Says US Spared Oil Facilities In Strike On Iran’s Kharg Island | WION Breaking

Explosions have been reported in Doha, Qatar, after authorities evacuated key areas in the city.

Witnesses reported loud blasts across parts of the capital following the evacuation, though details about the cause and damage remain unclear. Officials have not yet released full information on the incident.

US-Iran War: Explosions Heard In Doha After Key Areas Evacuated Amid Rising Gulf Tensions | Breaking

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