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asia · Ajaz Ahmed · 7 min read
Fuel tankers carrying diesel and jet fuel from India’s Reliance Industries have been redirected from Europe to Asian markets as tightening energy supplies and disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz reshape global fuel trade flows.
asia · Ajaz Ahmed · 5 min read
India’s ceramics and tiles industry, centered in Morbi, Gujarat, is facing a major crisis as fuel shortages triggered by disruptions in Middle East energy supplies threaten production. Industry leaders warn that hundreds of factories could shut down if fuel availability does not improve soon.
asia · Ajaz Ahmed · 5 min read
Russian Urals crude has for the first time traded above the Brent benchmark in the Indian market, driven by surging demand amid disruptions caused by the ongoing Iran conflict. The shift highlights how geopolitical tensions are reshaping global oil trade flows.
middle-east · vishu partab · 7 min read
New Delhi / Gulf Region — A wave of relief washed over thousands of Indian travellers this week as several flights finally brought back citizens stranded in the Middle East following sudden airspace disruptions and escalating conflict between regional powers. For many, the homecoming was marked not by simple travel fatigue but by vivid recounts of mid-air scares, explosions heard close to hotels and harrowing waits for evacuation flights.
americas · Ajaz Ahmed · 7 min read
The United States labor market showed unexpected weakness in February as employers cut 92,000 jobs and the unemployment rate rose to 4.4%. The surprising downturn raises concerns about economic stability amid global tensions and rising energy prices.
americas · Ajaz Ahmed · 6 min read
U.S. President Donald Trump welcomed football icon Lionel Messi and the Inter Miami CF to the White House after their Major League Soccer championship victory. The ceremony celebrated the club’s success while the president also referenced ongoing geopolitical developments.
middle-east · Ajaz Ahmed · 7 min read
U.S. President Donald Trump has demanded Iran’s “unconditional surrender” after a week of intense conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. The statement comes as airstrikes expand across Iran and Lebanon, mediation efforts begin, and global markets react to fears of a wider Middle East war.
middle-east · Avinash Chand · 3 min read
The intensified Israeli campaign against Hezbollah marks a decisive shift, driven by both immediate threats and broader regional ambitions. As the stakes rise, so do the potential consequences for key players in the Middle East.
middle-east · Avinash Chand · 2 min read
The deployment of military assets by Europe and Australia to the Middle East signals an urgent recalibration of alliances. This strategic maneuver reveals underlying tensions and emerging power dynamics in a turbulent region.
middle-east · Avinash Chand · 3 min read
Qatar's concerns over the potential halting of Gulf energy exports reflect deeper geopolitical tensions and the fragility of global energy markets amid rising hostilities with Iran.
middle-east · Avinash Chand · 3 min read
Trump's declaration of 'unconditional surrender' from Iran signals a shift toward aggressive policy that stands to reshape regional dynamics at a precarious moment.
middle-east · vishu partab · 5 min read
As the conflict between Israel, Iran and allied forces enters its sixth day, the situation across the Middle East remains highly volatile. Fresh military strikes have been reported from both Tehran and Israel while efforts to evacuate foreign nationals are hindered by ongoing airspace closures and logistical challenges. A key UK government-chartered flight to bring British citizens home from the region has been delayed, underscoring the complexity of repatriation during active conflict. Civilian disruptions, regional diplomatic tensions and continued hostilities are shaping a rapidly evolving crisis with global implications.