U.S. President Donald Trump has warned of further strikes on Iran’s strategic Kharg Island oil hub, urging allies to secure the vital Strait of Hormuz as Tehran threatens retaliation and restriction of passage. The showdown escalates tensions, disrupts global energy routes, and raises fears of broader Middle East conflict and oil market chaos.

Iran vs U.S.: Trump Threatens Kharg Island as Iran Vows to Choke Strait of Hormuz

India has led large‑scale evacuation efforts from West Asia amid the ongoing Iran‑related conflict, with tens of thousands of citizens brought home since the crisis began. Government, diplomatic missions, and airlines have coordinated flights and support for stranded Indians, ensuring safe repatriation amid regional instability and disrupted airspace.

India Leads Evacuations: 200,000 Indians Have Returned Home Since Iran War Started

Indian Navy warships are reportedly deployed near the Persian Gulf, placed on high alert to assist merchant vessels amid rising regional tensions. Sources confirm the vessels are ready to respond to threats from hostile activities, ensuring maritime security and safe passage for international shipping through one of the world’s most strategic waterways.

Indian Warships Deployed Near Persian Gulf to Protect Merchant Vessels

This session explores the intersection of sustainability and profitability, focusing on green mobility, infrastructure, and innovation driving climate-conscious growth.

WION World Pulse | Planet Pulse - The Business of Climate: Profit or Planet?

WION World Pulse | Planet Pulse - The business of climate: Profit or planet?

This session examines evolving threats, new-age warfare, and shifting security doctrines shaping national and global defence strategies.

WION World Pulse | Defence Pulse - Future Warfare & Strategic Imperatives

WION World Pulse | Defence Pulse - Future warfare & strategic imperatives

This session examines the evolving global economy and the new equations shaping international trade. It explores how trust, financial inclusion, policy, partnerships, and innovation are redefining the global economic order.

WION World Pulse | Economy Pulse - Tariff, Trade & Trust: Reimagining Global Trade

WION World Pulse | Economy Pulse - Tariff, trade & trust: Reimagining global trade

This session explores how innovation, technology, and new care models are transforming global healthcare and shaping more accessible, future-ready systems.

WION World Pulse | Healthcare Pulse - Medicine of Tomorrow

WION World Pulse | Healthcare Pulse - Medicine of tomorrow

This session will examine how the international rules-based order is increasingly being challenged, as conventional diplomacy is giving way to personality-driven engagement, signalling a broader disruption in global diplomatic norms.

WION World Pulse | Power Pulse – India & The World Order

WION World Pulse | Power Pulse – India & the world order

Defense Minister John Healey confirms that autonomous mine-hunting vessels remain deployed in the region to counter Iranian naval threats. These advanced systems enhance maritime security by detecting and neutralizing mines autonomously, ensuring safe passage for commercial and military vessels. The move highlights growing tech-based defenses amid escalating Middle East tensions.

US-Iran War: Autonomous Vessels Deployed to Counter Iranian Mines | John Healey Confirms Operations

Police in Telangana conducted a major drug bust at a farmhouse party in Hyderabad, where a TDP MP reportedly tested positive for illegal substances. Authorities seized narcotics and are investigating the event. The bust has sparked controversy and political debate, highlighting concerns about drug use among public figures and youth

Telangana Farmhouse Bust: TDP MP Tests Positive for Drugs

With electric and autonomous mobility on the rise, this session examines how the auto industry is evolving into a software-driven, decarbonised mobility ecosystem.

WION World Pulse | Auto Pulse - The Future of Mobility

WION World Pulse | Auto Pulse - The future of mobility

U.S. President Donald Trump has urged global allies to deploy forces and warships to secure the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz amid the broader Iran conflict, as Tehran vows retaliation and refuses to relent on closing the waterway. Tensions risk disrupting global oil routes and deepen Middle East instability.

Trump Seeks Help to Secure Hormuz Strait | Iran Refuses to Step Back

Donald Trump said on Saturday that the United States may carry out more strikes on Iran’s vital Kharg Island oil export hub “just for fun”, rejecting the prospect of a swift peace deal with Tehran.

“The terms aren’t good enough yet,” the US president told NBC News. The Iranian regime wants to make an agreement, he claimed.

Trump Says Iran’s Mojtaba Khamenei “May Not Be Alive"

Iran’s top security official Ali Larijani fired back at U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, mocking U.S. leaders by referencing Jeffrey Epstein’s island amid sharp war‑of‑words over hiding claims. Larijani denied Tehran’s leaders were in hiding and warned of false‑flag conspiracies, deepening diplomatic tensions as regional conflicts escalate.

Breaking: Iran's Larijani Labels U.S. Leaders as 'Remnants of Epstein's Team' 

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched the 53rd wave of its ‘True Promise 4’ operation, firing 10 missiles and deploying drones targeting Al Dhafra Air Base. The strikes mark an escalation in regional tensions, signaling Tehran’s military readiness while the international community watches for potential retaliation and security implications.

IRGC Launches 53rd Wave: Missiles and Drones Strike Al Dhafra

Hezbollah says it is engaged in direct clashes with Israeli forces in southern Lebanon as conflict with Israel escalates. Israeli strikes continue across border areas, while international calls for diplomacy emerge amid rising civilian casualties. The fighting adds to broader regional tensions following recent hostilities involving Iran and other fronts.

Israel‑Hezbollah Clash in Southern Lebanon | Direct Ground Fighting Intensifies

In response to escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, India activates OP SANKALP to secure its commercial and naval vessels. The operation ensures safe passage amid regional threats, with heightened vigilance over maritime security. New Delhi’s proactive measures aim to protect Indian trade and prevent disruption in critical energy routes.

Breaking: Hormuz Crisis: New Delhi to Secure Its Vessels Under Op Sankalp 

Iran vs U.S.: Trump Threatens Kharg Island, Iran Vows to Choke Strait of Hormuz

Israel informed the US this week that it is running critically low on ballistic missile interceptors as the conflict with Iran rages on, US officials told Semafor.

Israel had reportedly entered the current war already low on interceptors that were fired during last summer’s conflict with Iran. Israel’s long-range defense system has strained under Iran’s attacks; CNN reported that Iran was adding cluster munitions to its missiles, which may exacerbate the depletion of the stock.

US-Iran War | Israel Running Low on Interceptors, US Stock Sufficient: Report

In the ongoing US‑Iran war, President Donald Trump said U.S. forces have “totally demolished” military targets on Iran’s strategic Kharg Island, a key hub for the country’s oil exports, as part of intensified airstrikes. Trump also warned of further strikes — including on oil infrastructure — if Iran disrupts shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, signaling continued escalation in the conflict.


US Strikes Kharg Island: Will Trump Conduct Strikes on Oil Infrastructure in Kharg?

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Charting The Evolution Of India-China Bilateral Ties Since The Wuhan Summit.

Gravitas: Is The Spirit Of Wuhan Summit Still In Tact?

With the 550th birth anniversary of Sikh faith founder Guru Nanak Dev approaching next month, Pakistan on Thursday said no date has been fixed so far for the inauguration of the Kartarpur corridor. Watch this video to know more.

Pakistan's U-Turn on Kartarpur Corridor

Video Proof Of China's Treatment Of Uighur Muslims In Xinjiang

Gravitas: Is This The Proof Of China's Atrocities On Uighur Muslims?

Economy In Tatters, Borrowing At An Time High, Opposition Threatening To Throw His Out Of Power, Imran Khan Is Facing Troubles From All Fronts.

Gravitas: Testing Times For Imran Khan

Imran Khan Made 3rd Visit To China In 9 Months. Is Khan Worried About Modi-Xi Summit?

Gravitas: The Truth Behind Imran Khan's 'Mission Kashmir' In China

Pakistan PM Is A Self-Declared Saviour Of Human Rights, But It Seems He Doesn't Want To Say A Word About Uighurs In China.

Gravitas: China's Treatment Of Uighurs: Imran Khan Still Plays Ignorant

Xi Jinping Is Suffering A Crisis Of Confidence Trade war with the U.S., pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong, economic slowdown, detention of Uighurs, this is the most challenging phase in Xi Jinping's political career. This report explains.

Gravitas: The Most Challenging Phase In Xi Jinping's Political Career

Pakistan PM Imran Khan Makes His Third Visit To China In A Year Ahead Of Modi-Xi Second Informal Summit Chinese President Xi Jinping is due to travel to India to hold an informal summit with Indian PM Modi. But Imran Khan has rushed to China. What is he doing in China now? What is the Pakistan Army Chief doing in Beijing?

Gravitas: Before Modi-Xi Summit In India, Imran Rushes To Beijing

The 2024 US Presidential election is now underway, with more than 80 million Americans already casting early ballots. The stakes are particularly high as key issues like abortion rights, the war in Ukraine and the Middle East dominate the discourse. Watch this report for more details!

US Elections 2024: America Wakes Up to Elect Its Next President

The 2024 U.S. presidential election is set for Tuesday, November 5, 2024, when Americans will cast their ballots to determine the next president of the United States. This high-stakes election will also include congressional races and various state and local contests, shaping the nation's political landscape for the years to come.

US Election 2024: Secret Service Officers Guard The White House

US Elections 2024: Americans Hit the Polls as Voting Begins

Election day voting has begun in the United States, with Donald Trump and Kamala Harris vying to become the next president. Americans aren't just choosing the President, they're also picking members of the US Congress, and some states are voting on abortion rights. Watch this report for more details!

US Elections 2024: Voting Underway in Across More Than 25 States

Election day voting has begun in the United States, with Donald Trump and Kamala Harris vying to become the next president. WION decodes- how election results will influence foreign policy, trade agreements, and import tariffs.

US Elections 2024: How Results Will Influence Foreign Policy, Trade Agreements and Tariff on Imports

North Korea launched a series of short-range ballistic missiles early today, raising tensions ahead of the U.S. presidential election. The missile test, which flew over the Sea of Japan, comes as Pyongyang continues to bolster its missile capabilities, drawing sharp reactions from the U.S. and its allies. The move adds to the already high geopolitical stakes as global leaders closely monitor developments in the region.

North Korea Fires Salvo of Short-Range Missiles Amid US Election Tensions

Ukraine's air defense forces successfully intercepted and shot down two missiles launched by Russia overnight, according to military sources. The attempted strikes, part of Russia's ongoing missile campaign against Ukrainian infrastructure, were thwarted before causing significant damage. The interception marks another victory for Ukraine's defense efforts as the war continues to intensify.

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine Shoots Down Two Missiles Launched By Russia Overnight

As Election Day kicked off, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump were tied in the first official votes cast in New Hampshire's midnight voting. The early results, though symbolic, set the stage for what is expected to be a highly competitive race in the key swing state. With both candidates neck-and-neck, New Hampshire remains a critical battleground in the 2024 presidential election.