A ballistic missile has reportedly landed near a military air base in Saudi Arabia, falling in an uninhabited area and causing no casualties. Authorities say the missile impact occurred close to the base perimeter but did not damage key infrastructure.

The incident comes amid rising tensions across West Asia as the conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States continues to escalate. Regional security analysts warn that stray or misdirected missiles could further widen the conflict and pull additional countries into the crisis.


Missile Lands Near Saudi Air Base: Ballistic Missile Fell In Uninhabited Area

Reports say Russia may be providing intelligence to Iran about the locations of US military assets in the Middle East. According to officials cited in media reports, Moscow has shared information on the positions of American warships, aircraft and other military infrastructure.

The intelligence sharing is believed to help Iran track and potentially target US forces across the region amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel.

Officials cited in the reports say the information may include location data and surveillance intelligence that could improve Iran’s targeting capability. However, it is not clear how directly the intelligence has been used in attacks.

Russia has previously condemned US and Israeli strikes on Iran, while the reported intelligence cooperation highlights growing military coordination between Moscow and Tehran during the escalating crisis.

Iran War: Is Russia Feeding Tehran Intelligence To Target US Bases?

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The conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran is escalating rapidly. U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that there will be no peace deal with Iran unless Tehran agrees to “unconditional surrender.” The statement comes as Israeli airstrikes and U.S. military operations intensify across the region, raising fears of a wider Middle East war.

Iran has rejected the demand and vowed to continue defending itself while missile attacks and military strikes continue on multiple fronts. With global oil prices rising and tensions spreading across the Middle East, the world is watching closely to see whether diplomacy or escalation will follow.

Iran War Day 8: Trump Demands 'Unconditional Surrender' 

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In a major political upset in Nepal, rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah secured a massive mandate in the Jhapa constituency, defeating veteran leader K. P. Sharma Oli. Shah, representing Rastriya Swatantra Party, won 68,348 votes, far ahead of the 18,734 votes secured by Oli’s Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist–Leninist).

The landslide result marks a significant shift in Nepal’s political landscape, highlighting the growing popularity of new-age leaders and independent voices challenging established political forces.

Nepal Elections: Rapper-Turned-Politician Balendra Shah Secures Landslide Victory

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims it attacked a U.S. oil tanker in the northern Persian Gulf. Tensions rise in the region as U.S. officials respond and maritime security concerns escalate. Stay updated for the latest developments.

US-Iran War: IRGC Claims Attack on U.S. Oil Tanker in Gulf

Sri Lanka’s Navy has rescued and brought ashore more than 200 crew members from the Iranian naval vessel IRIS Bushehr after the ship reported engine problems near its waters. The sailors were transported to Colombo Port and later moved to the Welisara Naval Base for medical checks and processing. The vessel is expected to be escorted to Trincomalee as authorities manage the humanitarian situation.

US-Iran War: Sri Lanka Rescues Crew Of Iran’s IRIS Bushehr, 200+ Sailors Brought Ashore

In an explosive statement, U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Iran is “no longer the bully of the Middle East” after Tehran reportedly apologized to neighbouring Gulf states amid the ongoing US‑Israel conflict in West Asia. Trump said Iran had been “beat to hell” by relentless strikes and suggested its recent diplomatic moves were effectively a form of surrender, a position that Iran’s leadership has denied.

'Iran Has The Right To Defend Itself': Pezeshkian Defends Strikes On Gulf

The death toll in Iran has surged amid the ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel, with official and humanitarian sources reporting over 1,300 people killed in recent strikes across the country since the beginning of the military escalation. Iranian Red Crescent and state media say residential areas, infrastructure, and civilian sites have been hit, resulting in widespread casualties and destruction.

Iran Death Toll Rises: Over 1,300 Dead As US-Israel Strikes Iran 

Tensions between the United States and Iran continue to rise as reports emerge about a possible deployment of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush to West Asia. Iranian sources claimed that Washington is preparing to send another carrier strike group to the region, but the United States has pushed back against these claims.

According to recent defense reports, the USS George H.W. Bush has completed its pre-deployment training and could soon be sent toward the Eastern Mediterranean. If deployed, it would become the third U.S. aircraft carrier operating near Iran, alongside the USS Gerald R. Ford in the Red Sea and USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea

US Rejects Iran's Claims: Trump Deploying USS George H.W. Bush To West Asia? 

In the first week of the escalating US-Israel war against Iran, over 3,000 targets in western Iran have reportedly been struck by combined air and missile campaigns. U.S. and Israeli forces have focused on military infrastructure, supply lines, and strategic sites, marking one of the most intense periods of attacks since the conflict began.

Officials warn that the concentrated strikes could further destabilize the region, disrupt civilian life, and increase tensions across West Asia. Analysts are closely monitoring how Tehran responds and whether escalation could spread beyond its borders.

US & Israeli Strikes Concentrated In Western Iran: Over 3,000 Targets In First Week Of War 

Iranian politician Masoud Pezeshkian has strongly stated that Iran “will never surrender to the United States or Israel” amid escalating military tensions in the region. His remarks come as Iranian forces continue attacks on strategic targets across West Asia, including missile and drone strikes on Israeli and allied installations. (aljazeera.com
)

Pezeshkian’s comments highlight Tehran’s defiance in the face of US and Israeli military operations, asserting Iran’s right to defend its sovereignty and respond to foreign strikes. Analysts warn that such rhetoric could signal further escalation, complicating efforts to de-escalate the conflict and raising concerns over regional security.

'Will Never Surrender To US, Israel': Masoud Pezeshkian Speaks On Iranian Attacks

On Day 8 of the Iran‑US/Israel war, there are early signs of limited cargo shipments near the Strait of Hormuz after weeks of near‑total disruption — but experts caution that shipping activity remains far below normal levels and the situation is highly fragile. The strategic Strait of Hormuz, which carries about 20% of global seaborne oil, saw drastic drops in vessel crossings as Iran’s Revolutionary Guard warned against transit and major carriers suspended operations.

U.S. officials have introduced temporary waivers and measures to address supply chain problems and ease oil deliveries stranded at sea, but the broader maritime corridor is still constrained by war risks, high insurance costs, and ongoing geopolitical tensions

Iran War Day 8: Cargo Movement Resumes Near Strait Of Hormuz 

The war between Israel, the United States, and Iran is now reverberating across West Asia and beyond as the economic toll escalates dramatically. Analysts warn that Israel’s conflict with Iran could be costing its economy roughly $3 billion (about 9.4 billion shekels) every week under current emergency restrictions that limit travel and commercial activity.

Israel-US War Against Iran: War Costs Skyrocket Across West Asia

The United States has confirmed that multiple F‑15 warplanes crashed during active operations. The Pentagon’s first acknowledgment follows earlier unverified reports from regional sources.

The incident underscores the risks faced by aircraft in contested airspace, with potential casualties and operational impacts still under investigation. Analysts say such losses could affect air campaign strategies and reflect the increasing intensity of the US–Israel–Iran conflict.

US-Iran At War: CENTCOM Confirms Fighter Jets Downed In Friendly Fir

An Iranian warship has docked at Kochi port in India after reporting technical issues, even as tensions escalate in the region. The docking of the Iranian vessel IRIS Lavan came shortly after reports that the United States sank the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena near Sri Lanka during the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the U.S., and Israel.

Indian authorities allowed the warship to dock on humanitarian grounds, providing assistance to the crew while the vessel undergoes checks and possible repairs. The move highlights India’s careful diplomatic balancing amid escalating military tensions in West Asia.

U.S. Sinks Iranian Frigate: India Offers Humanitarian Docking to Iran Warship 

Saudi Arabia’s air defence systems intercepted ballistic missiles near the capital Riyadh, according to reports. The missiles were reportedly fired toward an air base located southeast of the city.

US-Iran War: Saudi Arabia Intercepts Ballistic Missiles Near Prince Sultan Base | WION

Israel says it has launched a broad wave of strikes on government targets in Tehran as the war with Iran continues to escalate. The Israeli military said the attacks targeted sites linked to Iranian authorities in the capital.

US-Iran War: Israel Launches Wave Of Strikes On Tehran Government Targets | WION

Israel has launched massive strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs and across Lebanon as the Iran war expands to a new front. The IDF says hundreds of Hezbollah targets have been hit, while the fighting has already displaced around 100,000 civilians. Fears are growing that Lebanon could become the next major battlefield in the widening Middle East conflict.

Iran-US War: Israel Pounds Beirut Suburbs As Iran War Expands Into Lebanon | WION

The United States is reportedly considering lifting sanctions on Russian oil to ease a growing supply gap in global energy markets. The move is being discussed as policymakers assess options to stabilise oil supply amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

US-Iran War: US Considering Unsanctioning Russian Oil | WION

Israel’s military says Iran has used ballistic missiles armed with cluster munition warheads during the ongoing conflict. According to Israeli officials, the missiles split in the air and release multiple smaller explosive bomblets that scatter across a wide area.

Iran Strikes Back: Israel Says Iran Using Cluster Bomb Missiles | WION

The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) says US forces are carrying out strikes that are decimating Iranian targets as the conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel intensifies.

According to CENTCOM, US military operations are targeting Iranian military infrastructure and capabilities as part of ongoing combat operations in the region. The statement comes as Washington continues to deploy additional assets and carry out strikes against Iranian positions.

The situation remains highly volatile as exchanges between Iran and its adversaries continue across multiple fronts in the Middle East.

US-Iran War: CENTCOM Says US Forces Decimating Iranian Targets Amid Escalating Conflict | WION

India has allowed the Iranian vessel IRIS Lavan to dock at Kochi after granting permission for the request. According to reports, the vessel first reached out to Indian authorities on February 28 seeking permission to dock.

Indian authorities approved the request on March 1, allowing the Iranian ship to enter the port at Kochi. The development comes amid heightened tensions in the region linked to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel.

US-Iran War: India Allows Iranian Vessel IRIS Lavan To Dock At Kochi | WION

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