The United States is looking at Ukrainian interceptor drones as a potential solution to counter aerial threats as its stockpile of expensive missile interceptors comes under pressure. Officials say the growing use of drones and missiles in modern conflicts has highlighted the need for cheaper and scalable defence systems.

Ukrainian drone technologies developed during the war with Russia are now drawing attention in Washington as the US military searches for more cost-effective ways to counter incoming drones and missiles while conserving high-value interceptors.

US-Iran War: US Eyes Ukrainian Interceptor Drones As Missile Defences Run Low | WION

More than 100 earthquakes have been recorded within about 80 kilometres of the Tonopah Test Range, a US military site linked to weapons testing in Nevada. The cluster of tremors has drawn attention due to the location’s proximity to sensitive defence facilities.

US-Iran War: Mystery Quakes Hit Near US Nuclear Test Site, Over 100 Tremors Recorded | WION

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) launched fresh strikes on Beirut, targeting what Israel says are Hezbollah-linked sites in the Lebanese capital. The attacks come as Israel intensifies military operations across Lebanon amid escalating tensions with Hezbollah.

Israel-US Strike Iran: IDF Targets Beirut As Israel Intensifies Strikes Across Lebanon | WION

US President Donald Trump has urged Iranian diplomats stationed around the world to request asylum, amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran. The call comes as the conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran continues to intensify across the region.

US-Iran War: Trump Urges Iranian Diplomats Worldwide To Request Asylum | WION

In the Israel‑Iran war spill‑over into the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka has taken a prominent humanitarian role by evacuating the crew of a second Iranian naval vessel that approached its waters after a U.S. submarine sank another Iranian warship off its coast.


Israel-Iran War: Sri Lanka Steps in to Evacuate Iranian Crew Members 

The United States has conducted a test launch of a Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) from California, showcasing the country’s nuclear deterrence capabilities amid rising global tensions.

The unarmed missile was launched as part of a routine test designed to demonstrate the readiness, reliability and effectiveness of the US nuclear arsenal. Officials say such tests are conducted periodically to ensure the operational readiness of the Minuteman III system.

The launch comes at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions worldwide, with nuclear powers closely monitoring strategic military developments.


US-Iran War: US Tests Minuteman III ICBM California Amid Rising Global Tensions | WION

Global markets remain cautious as tensions continue to simmer in West Asia, keeping investors on edge and driving volatility in crude oil prices. Concerns over potential disruptions to energy supplies and shipping routes in the region have contributed to fluctuations in oil markets.

Analysts say geopolitical risks linked to the ongoing conflict in West Asia are a key factor influencing investor sentiment and commodity prices, particularly crude oil, which remains sensitive to developments in the region.

US-Iran War: West Asia Tensions Keep Markets On Edge As Crude Oil Prices Remain Volatile | WION 

Iran has announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy shipping routes, warning that ships attempting to pass could be attacked. The declaration came from officials linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as tensions escalate following US-Israeli strikes on Iranian targets.


Israel-US Strike Iran: Iran Announces Closure Of Strait Of Hormuz Amid Escalating War | WION

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has assumed a dominant leadership role in the country’s wartime decision-making as the conflict with the United States and Israel intensifies. Sources say the Guards are now central to military and political decisions, reinforcing a harder line in Tehran during the war.


US-Iran War: IRGC Takes Wartime Command Of Iran As Decentralised Strategy Raises Global Concerns

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) says a new wave of “Operation True Promise 4” attacks has begun, involving missiles and drones targeting Israeli positions. Iranian statements said the strikes were aimed at what it described as “American-Zionist” targets.

Iran Strikes Back: Iran Launches ‘True Promise 4’ Wave, Explosions Rock Tel Aviv And Jerusalem |WION

The US House of Representatives has rejected a resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump’s authority to continue military action against Iran. The measure failed in a 219–212 vote, allowing Trump’s decision to strike Iran to clear another congressional hurdle.

The resolution sought to require the president to obtain formal congressional approval for further hostilities against Iran. It was introduced by lawmakers from both parties who argued Congress should assert its constitutional authority over decisions to go to war.

US-Iran War: US House Rejects Bid To Curb Trump’s Iran War Powers | WION Breaking

Azerbaijan has accused Iran of carrying out a drone attack on its Nakhchivan exclave, injuring four people and damaging infrastructure near the regional airport. Azerbaijani authorities said several drones crossed from Iranian territory, with one striking the airport terminal and another landing near a school.

Following the incident, Azerbaijan closed its southern airspace near the Iranian border for 12 hours and warned that the attack violated international law. Baku has also signalled that it may take retaliatory measures.

Iran has denied responsibility for the incident, saying it does not target neighbouring countries. The attack has raised concerns that the widening conflict in the region could spill into the South Caucasus.

US-Iran War: Azerbaijan Accuses Iran Of Drone Attack, Shuts Airspace Near Border | WION

Fresh explosions were reported in Doha after missiles were intercepted over the Qatari capital. Authorities in Qatar have begun evacuating residents from areas near the US Embassy as a precaution amid rising regional tensions.


US-Iran War: Explosions In Doha As Missiles Intercepted, Qatar Evacuates Area Near US Embassy

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed it launched ballistic missiles toward Ben Gurion Airport and surrounding military facilities as part of a new wave of strikes in the Israel‑Iran war.


Israel-Iran War: Iran Claims It Targeted Israel's Ben Gurion Airport with Missiles

Azerbaijan has accused Iran of launching drone strikes on its Nakhchivan exclave, resulting in injuries to at least four civilians and damage near the Nakhchivan International Airport and a nearby village. The Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry condemned the incident as a breach of international law and summoned the Iranian ambassador in Baku to lodge a formal protest, warning that such acts “will not go unanswered.”


Azerbaijan Accuses Iran of Drone Strike: 4 Injured; Baku Summons Iranian Envoy

A missile strike has hit the Bapco Energies oil refinery in Bahrain, damaging part of the facility. Authorities confirmed the attack on the major energy installation as tensions continue to escalate across the region amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel.


Iran-US War: Missile Hits Bahrain Bapco Energies Refinery, Oil Facility Damaged | WION

Iranian-born actress Mandana Karimi says she plans to leave India and return to Iran only when the country’s current regime has changed, citing deep disappointment with the political climate and her treatment in India. Karimi told media she feels silenced and lonely, losing work and friends due to her outspoken criticism of Iran’s government and broad conflict coverage. She has spoken about her hope for a freer, more open Iran where women have rights and opportunities,  a future she says she will only come home for once that regime falls. 


Mandana Karimi Explains Her Departure from Iran

Iranian state media has claimed that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) struck the US aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln during escalating military tensions between Washington and Tehran. According to Iranian statements, missiles were launched toward the carrier as part of retaliation following US and Israeli strikes on Iranian targets.

Iran Strikes Back: Iran Media Claims USS Abraham Lincoln Hit by IRGC | WION 

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the United States has clear objectives in its military campaign against Iran and warned that additional actions could follow. Speaking amid the escalating conflict, Hegseth said the US strategy remains focused and that “more yet to come” as operations continue.

US-Iran War: Hegseth: US Has Clear Objectives In Iran War, ‘More Yet To Come’ | WION Breaking

Israel has launched a new wave of strikes as the conflict with Iran escalates, with reports that a major Iranian university has been targeted.

US-Iran War: Iran's Top University Under Attack | Israel Launches New Wave of Attack | WION 

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the United States has “only just begun to fight” as the war with Iran intensifies. Hegseth said the US campaign is accelerating and will continue as American and Israeli forces expand operations against Iranian military targets.


US-Iran War: Hegseth: ‘We Have Only Just Begun To Fight’, Iran Missile Attacks Drop | WION Breaking

US President Donald Trump has called on Israel’s president to immediately pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, arguing that the Israeli leader should focus entirely on the ongoing war with Iran rather than his corruption trial.

US-Iran War: Trump Demands to Pardon Netanyahu Immediately, Wants Him to Focus on War | WION

The United States has intensified military operations in the ongoing war with Iran, deploying advanced weapons systems including HIMARS rocket launchers and fighter jets operating from the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford.


US-Iran War: US Fires HIMARS Rockets As Jets Launch From USS Gerald R Ford | WION

West Asia is sliding deeper into war. What began as military strikes last Saturday has now turned into a widening regional conflict, including the Caucasus. Iran says it fired the Khorramshahr-4 ballistic missile with multiple warheads toward Israel, while the IDF claims 90 fighter jets struck around 40 Iranian targets with nearly 200 bombs. How long before the world is dragged into the conflict?  


Israel-Iran War: Iran Fires Heavy-Destruction Ballistic Missile Towards Israel 

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