Amid the escalating Israel-Iran war, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian held talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan after a missile was intercepted near Turkish airspace. The leaders discussed rising regional tensions and the need to avoid further escalation.


Israel-Iran War: Pezeshkian, Erdogan Hold Talks After Intercepted Missile Incident 

U.S. President Donald Trump has said the war with Iran is likely to end “very soon,” claiming American forces are far ahead of schedule in achieving their military objectives.


US‑Iran War: Trump Says Conflict With Iran Could End Very Soon 

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned a drone attack near its consulate in Erbil, the capital of Iraq’s Kurdistan Region, calling it a “cowardly terrorist” act that violated international norms and threatened regional security. Officials said the strike caused material damage but no injuries and urged Iraqi authorities to identify those responsible. 


UAE Slams Drone Attack Near Erbil Consulate | Erbil A Key Target Amid Iran Conflict 

A seventh U.S. service member killed in the current US‑Iran war has been brought home, marking another solemn milestone in the conflict.


US-Iran War: 7th American Soldier Killed in War with Iran Brought Home 

U.S. President Donald Trump hinted at a possible “friendly takeover” of Cuba, signaling increased pressure on Havana amid rising tensions. Trump suggested that the United States could play a more active role in influencing the island nation’s political and economic direction.


Donald Trump Hints at 'Friendly Takeover' of Cuba; Turns Pressure on Havana

US-Iran war: Trump announces war with Iran is going to end very soon

U.S. President Donald Trump has urged the government to remove Anthropic from its AI projects, amid ongoing controversy over the company’s inclusion on a Pentagon AI blacklist. In response, Anthropic filed a lawsuit against the Department of Defense, challenging its exclusion from AI initiatives.


Trump Urges Govt to Drop Anthropic's AI | Anthropic Sues Pentagon Over AI Blacklist

The threat doing the rounds as war escalates in the gulf revolves around a scenario markets have never face. 200 dollars a barrel oil. With nearly one-fifth of the world’s crude passing through the strait of Hormuz, any prolonged disruption could send prices sharply higher.


Israel-Iran War: $200 Oil: What It Means For Your Wallet

US-Iran War: Trump says war with Iran is going to end very soon

Reports suggest that Russian intelligence may be assisting Iran in targeting U.S. military bases amid the escalating conflict in West Asia. Analysts claim the coordination could include intelligence sharing and guidance for missile or drone strikes.


Russian Intelligence Fueling Iranian Strikes on US Bases? 

Spring has arrived in Srinagar as the historic Badamwari Garden opens its gates for the annual almond blossom festival. The garden, known for its centuries-old almond trees, comes alive each year with pink and white blossoms that signal the beginning of spring in Kashmir.


India: Spring Arrives in Srinagar as Badamwari Hosts Almond Blossom Festival

Authorities in the United Arab Emirates said loud sounds heard across parts of the country were linked to the activation of air defence systems. Officials clarified that the noises were caused by defensive measures responding to a potential aerial threat.


UAE: Sounds Heard Across Country Linked to Air Defence Systems

China currently holds a significant advantage in the global energy security race as surging oil prices and geopolitical tensions test the resilience of major economies. The latest spike in crude prices above $100 per barrel, triggered by conflict in west Asia, has highlighted how China’s long term energy strategy is helping it withstand global supply shocks better than many of its peers.


China energy security edge: why China holds the edge in energy security 

Israel-Iran War: what $200 oil means for your wallet 

The escalating Iran war is now threatening some of the world’s most critical oil and gas infrastructure across the persian gulf.


US-Israel War With Iran: War Puts World’s Energy Lifelines at Risk 

U.S. President Donald Trump says the united states will temporarily waive certain oil-related sanctions in an effort to Stabilise global energy supplies. The move comes as Washington looks to keep oil flowing to global markets and prevent prices from rising. Trump also warned that the U.S. Is prepared to take action to ensure critical shipping routes remain open.


 Trump Waives Certain Oil-Related Sanctions

The war in the gulf is rapidly turning into an economic crisis, with oil markets at the centre of the shock. Markets are now bracing for a prolonged disruption to supplies from the gulf, pushing energy prices sharply higher and forcing governments to respond. But before we get to the responses, let’s look at the economic cost so far. 


Israel-Iran War: Will Oil Markets Shape the Course of War?

Oil prices eased after surging to near 120 dollars per barrel. Asian markets recovered after a bloodbath, with Japan's Nikkei leading gains in Asia. Gold gained as dollar weakened, following Trump's plan to remove some oil sanctions. Markets are still volatile as key supply routes are still under the radar.


WION's Quick Market Roundup | World Business Watch

U.S. President Donald Trump has said the war with Iran could end soon, but stressed that the United States has “not won enough yet.” Trump claimed the joint U.S.–Israel military campaign has already weakened Iran’s military capabilities, but said operations would continue until a decisive victory is achieved.


US-Iran War | Trump: War Will End Soon, But US Has Not Won Enough Yet 

Amid the escalating US-Iran war, U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to Tehran over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil shipping route. Trump said if Iran attempts to block oil flows through the strait, the United States would respond with “death, fire and fury” and strike Iran “20 times harder” than before. 


US-Iran War: Trump Threatens Iran with 'Fire & Fury' Over Strait of Hormuz

Israel-Iran War: Pezeshkian Talks with Erdogan After Missile Interception

History has been scripted in Ahmedabad as India beat New Zealand by 96 runs in the T20 World Cup Final. India become the first team to successfully defend the T20 World Cup title, the first side to win it three times, and the first team to lift the trophy on home soil.


T20 Final: massive victory! India defeat New Zealand in T20 Final

The ongoing crisis in West Asia sent shock waves through Global markets as well it is pushing oil prices to new heights and leaving investors on the edge. The evolving situation is complex with geopolitical in intricacies extending beyond the immediate parties involved JP Morgan notes that the conflict has disrupted US broker negotiations concerning Saudi-Israel relations. 


Israel-Iran War: West Asia Crisis Fuels Oil Price Surge And Market Uncertainty 

Saudi Arabia’s air defences intercepted and shot down two drones over the kingdom’s Eastern Region, authorities said. The drones were detected entering Saudi airspace before being successfully neutralised by defence systems. Officials are investigating the origin and purpose of the drones as regional tensions remain high amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia.


Saudi Arabia Intercepts & Downs 2 Drones | Drones Shot Down in Eastern Region 

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