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middle-east · Ajaz Ahmed · 5 min read
Missile exchanges, naval clashes and expanding attacks across Lebanon are pushing the US-Israel-Iran conflict into one of the most dangerous Middle East crises in decades.
middle-east · Ajaz Ahmed · 8 min read
More than 150 Iranian nationals, including diplomats and their families, have left Lebanon after Israeli strikes near the Iranian embassy in Beirut, highlighting rising tensions between Israel, Hezbollah, and Iran.
middle-east · vishu partab · 5 min read
Israeli airstrikes on oil depots and refining facilities in Tehran represent a major escalation in the Israel–Iran conflict, shifting the focus from purely military targets to critical energy infrastructure. The attacks triggered massive fires at fuel storage sites and are believed to have damaged facilities used to support Iranian military logistics. The move raises fears of retaliatory strikes on Israeli energy infrastructure and a broader “energy war” that could destabilize regional oil markets and deepen the already expanding Middle East conflict.
middle-east · vishu partab · 5 min read
Iran has expanded its military retaliation during the ongoing war by launching repeated missile and drone attacks on Gulf states including Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Recent strikes hit fuel tanks at Kuwait International Airport and prompted multiple interceptions by regional air-defence systems. Although many projectiles have been intercepted, casualties and infrastructure damage have been reported. The escalation is now affecting energy production, aviation infrastructure and maritime trade routes, raising concerns that the conflict could destabilize the entire Gulf region and disrupt global oil markets.
middle-east · Harinder Singh · 2 min read
Zelenskyy's offer to Saudi Arabia highlights the intersection of Ukrainian defense needs and the Kingdom's vulnerabilities to Iranian drone threats, reshaping Middle Eastern alliances.
middle-east · Harinder Singh · 2 min read
Trump’s insistence on Iranian capitulation and Israel’s military advancements mark a critical phase in regional power dynamics, affecting stakeholders throughout the Middle East.
europe · Harinder Singh · 3 min read
Trump's comments signal a departure from traditional alliance dependencies, showcasing rising US unilateralism amidst global power reconfiguration.
middle-east · Harinder Singh · 2 min read
Iran's drone strikes on Kuwait signify an alarming escalation in regional tensions, challenging Gulf security and altering alliances. Understanding the broader implications is essential for policymakers.
asia · Harinder Singh · 2 min read
The tale of a father's quest for his daughter underlines a resurgence of traditional values in India, reflecting deeper socio-political currents. This cultural narrative is reshaping perceptions and influencing policymaking across the region.
americas · Ajaz Ahmed · 7 min read
Flash floods triggered by heavy overnight rains have killed at least 23 people in Nairobi, sweeping away vehicles, damaging infrastructure, and disrupting flights at East Africa’s busiest airport.
asia · Ajaz Ahmed · 6 min read
India captain Suryakumar Yadav says pressure is part of the excitement as India prepare to face New Zealand in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium.
middle-east · Ajaz Ahmed · 7 min read
Iran’s powerful clerical establishment is calling for the urgent selection of a new Supreme Leader following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during U.S. and Israeli strikes, raising questions about the country’s political stability and future leadership.