West Asia War LIVE Updates: Modi speaks to Macron on West Asia; discusses shared concern, seeks return to dialogue Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke to French President Emmanuel Macron and discussed shared concerns over the evolving situation in West Asia, and the need for a return to dialogue and diplomacy. After his telephonic conversation with Macron, Modi said they will continue to engage closely and coordinate efforts towards the early restoration of peace and stability in the region. (PTI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Modi speaks to Macron on West Asia; discusses shared concern, seeks return to dialoguePrime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke to French President Emmanuel Macron and discussed shared concerns over the evolving situation in West Asia, and the need for a return to dialogue and diplomacy. After his telephonic conversation with Macron, Modi said they will continue to engage closely and coordinate efforts towards the early restoration of peace and stability in the region. (PTI) 

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore airports see 175 flight cancellations amid Middle East crisis At least 175 international flights were cancelled at Delhi and Bangalore airports on Thursday due to the Middle East crisis, officials said. Carriers, including those from the Middle East, started operating a limited number of flights to ferry passengers who have been stranded in the wake of the escalating conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran. (PTI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore airports see 175 flight cancellations amid Middle East crisisAt least 175 international flights were cancelled at Delhi and Bangalore airports on Thursday due to the Middle East crisis, officials said. Carriers, including those from the Middle East, started operating a limited number of flights to ferry passengers who have been stranded in the wake of the escalating conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran. (PTI) 

West Asia War LIVE Updates: CM Vijayan slams Centre over response to Iranian warship attack, calls West Asia tensions alarming
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday termed the attack on an Iranian warship that had participated in a joint naval exercise in India as "extremely serious" and criticised the response of the Union government as "objectionable and disappointing". In a statement, Vijayan said the evolving conflict situation in West Asia is deeply worrying and poses a serious threat to global peace and international stability. (IANS)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates: CM Vijayan slams Centre over response to Iranian warship attack, calls West Asia tensions alarming
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday termed the attack on an Iranian warship that had participated in a joint naval exercise in India as "extremely serious" and criticised the response of the Union government as "objectionable and disappointing". In a statement, Vijayan said the evolving conflict situation in West Asia is deeply worrying and poses a serious threat to global peace and international stability. (IANS)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Ticket prices soar over 100 pc on US-India routes after Middle East airspace closures disrupt flights
Airfares on several major routes between North America and India have surged sharply after the closure of key airspace corridors disrupted long-haul flight operations, forcing airlines to reroute flights and reduce capacity. The disruption follows the escalation of conflict across parts of the Middle East, a region that normally acts as one of the world&rsquo;s busiest aviation corridors. (IANS)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Ticket prices soar over 100 pc on US-India routes after Middle East airspace closures disrupt flights
Airfares on several major routes between North America and India have surged sharply after the closure of key airspace corridors disrupted long-haul flight operations, forcing airlines to reroute flights and reduce capacity. The disruption follows the escalation of conflict across parts of the Middle East, a region that normally acts as one of the world&rsquo;s busiest aviation corridors. (IANS)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran has not yet elected new supreme leader: Top Iranian cleric in India Iran has not yet elected the successor of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated in a joint US-Israeli airstrike last week, a senior Iranian official said Thursday. Ayatollah Dr Abdul Majeed Hakeemelahi, the representative of Iran`s supreme leader in India, also said that the process to elect a new leader is still underway. (PTI)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran has not yet elected new supreme leader: Top Iranian cleric in IndiaIran has not yet elected the successor of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated in a joint US-Israeli airstrike last week, a senior Iranian official said Thursday. Ayatollah Dr Abdul Majeed Hakeemelahi, the representative of Iran`s supreme leader in India, also said that the process to elect a new leader is still underway. (PTI)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Sri Lanka says second Iranian ship awaits entry
Sri Lanka on Thursday said it is deliberating appropriate action after a second Iranian ship has sought entry to its territorial waters, a day after a frigate belonging to the Islamic country was attacked near the island nation. However, no decision was announced by 6 pm. Sri Lanka on Wednesday said it had recovered 84 bodies of Iranian sailors killed after a US submarine attack sank the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena off Galle, the island`s southern coastal town.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Sri Lanka says second Iranian ship awaits entry
Sri Lanka on Thursday said it is deliberating appropriate action after a second Iranian ship has sought entry to its territorial waters, a day after a frigate belonging to the Islamic country was attacked near the island nation. However, no decision was announced by 6 pm. Sri Lanka on Wednesday said it had recovered 84 bodies of Iranian sailors killed after a US submarine attack sank the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena off Galle, the island`s southern coastal town.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Qatar Defence Ministry says missile attack underway, air defenses intercepting amid West Asia conflict
Qatar`s Ministry of Defence on Thursday said the country had been subjected to a missile attack and that its air defence systems were actively intercepting the incoming missiles amid conflict in the region. In a statement issued by the Ministry`s Directorate of Morale Guidance, authorities said the missile attack was detected, and response systems were immediately activated. "The Ministry of Defense of the State of Qatar announces that the State of Qatar has been subjected to a missile attack. Air defense systems are intercepting the missile attack," the statement read.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Qatar Defence Ministry says missile attack underway, air defenses intercepting amid West Asia conflict
Qatar`s Ministry of Defence on Thursday said the country had been subjected to a missile attack and that its air defence systems were actively intercepting the incoming missiles amid conflict in the region. In a statement issued by the Ministry`s Directorate of Morale Guidance, authorities said the missile attack was detected, and response systems were immediately activated. "The Ministry of Defense of the State of Qatar announces that the State of Qatar has been subjected to a missile attack. Air defense systems are intercepting the missile attack," the statement read.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Kremlin says Iran hasn`t asked Russia for military assistance
The Kremlin said Thursday that Iran hasn`t asked Russia for military assistance as it faces the US and Israeli attacks. Asked whether Russia could go beyond rhetoric and offer military assistance to its ally, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov responded that "there have been no requests from the Iranian side." He added that "our consistent position is well known, and there have been no changes to it." Russian officials have said that a "strategic partnership" treaty Moscow signed with Tehran in January 2025 doesn`t envisage military assistance.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Kremlin says Iran hasn`t asked Russia for military assistance
The Kremlin said Thursday that Iran hasn`t asked Russia for military assistance as it faces the US and Israeli attacks. Asked whether Russia could go beyond rhetoric and offer military assistance to its ally, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov responded that "there have been no requests from the Iranian side." He added that "our consistent position is well known, and there have been no changes to it." Russian officials have said that a "strategic partnership" treaty Moscow signed with Tehran in January 2025 doesn`t envisage military assistance.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Conflict reached our backyard: Oppn slams govt`s silence on US submarine sinking Iranian warship
The opposition on Thursday questioned the government`s silence on a US submarine sinking an Iranian warship with a torpedo in international waters off Sri Lanka`s coast, with Rahul Gandhi saying the conflict has reached "our backyard and while India needs a steady hand at the wheel, it has a "compromised PM". Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said the Narendra Modi government`s "reckless abdication" of India`s strategic and national interests is there for all to see. Lashing out at the Congress for wanting India to "blindly side with Iran", the BJP said the country`s foreign policy must be guided by national interest and the safety of its citizens, not by the compulsions of the opposition party`s "outdated ideological reflexes".

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Conflict reached our backyard: Oppn slams govt`s silence on US submarine sinking Iranian warship
The opposition on Thursday questioned the government`s silence on a US submarine sinking an Iranian warship with a torpedo in international waters off Sri Lanka`s coast, with Rahul Gandhi saying the conflict has reached "our backyard and while India needs a steady hand at the wheel, it has a "compromised PM". Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said the Narendra Modi government`s "reckless abdication" of India`s strategic and national interests is there for all to see. Lashing out at the Congress for wanting India to "blindly side with Iran", the BJP said the country`s foreign policy must be guided by national interest and the safety of its citizens, not by the compulsions of the opposition party`s "outdated ideological reflexes".

West Asia War LIVE Updates: PM Modi speaks to Macron; discusses shared concern, seeks return to dialogue
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke to French President Emmanuel Macron and discussed shared concerns over the evolving situation in West Asia, and the need for a return to dialogue and diplomacy. After his telephonic conversation with Macron, PM Modi said they will continue to engage closely and coordinate efforts towards the early restoration of peace and stability in the region. "Spoke with my friend President Emmanuel Macron today. We discussed our shared concerns over the evolving situation in West Asia and the need for a return to dialogue and diplomacy. We will continue to engage closely and coordinate efforts towards the early restoration of peace and stability in the region," PM Modi said in a post on X.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: PM Modi speaks to Macron; discusses shared concern, seeks return to dialogue
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke to French President Emmanuel Macron and discussed shared concerns over the evolving situation in West Asia, and the need for a return to dialogue and diplomacy. After his telephonic conversation with Macron, PM Modi said they will continue to engage closely and coordinate efforts towards the early restoration of peace and stability in the region. "Spoke with my friend President Emmanuel Macron today. We discussed our shared concerns over the evolving situation in West Asia and the need for a return to dialogue and diplomacy. We will continue to engage closely and coordinate efforts towards the early restoration of peace and stability in the region," PM Modi said in a post on X.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: PM`s silence on America-Iran war dangerous signal for India: Manish Sisodia
Prime Minister Narendra Modi`s "silence" on the America-Iran war sends a "dangerous signal" at a time when global tensions are escalating, former deputy chief minister of Delhi, Manish Sisodia, alleged on Thursday. The AAP leader also questioned the implications of this stance for India`s interests and energy security. "As an Indian citizen, several extremely serious questions are arising in my mind today. Exactly one month ago, Prime Minister (Narendra) Modi entered into a trade deal with the US," Sisodia said in a post on X.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: PM`s silence on America-Iran war dangerous signal for India: Manish Sisodia
Prime Minister Narendra Modi`s "silence" on the America-Iran war sends a "dangerous signal" at a time when global tensions are escalating, former deputy chief minister of Delhi, Manish Sisodia, alleged on Thursday. The AAP leader also questioned the implications of this stance for India`s interests and energy security. "As an Indian citizen, several extremely serious questions are arising in my mind today. Exactly one month ago, Prime Minister (Narendra) Modi entered into a trade deal with the US," Sisodia said in a post on X.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Russian FM Lavrov says Moscow will do everything to make US-Israel ops against Iran `impossible`
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Thursday said that Moscow will do everything possible to create conditions that would make any US-Israel military operations against Iran "impossible" amid the escalating tensions in the Middle East. During his remarks at the ambassadors` round-table amid the ongoing crisis, Lavrov said Russia would continue engaging in dialogue with regional countries as well as with the international community, including members of the United Nations Security Council and the United Nations General Assembly, to prevent further military escalation.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Russian FM Lavrov says Moscow will do everything to make US-Israel ops against Iran `impossible`
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Thursday said that Moscow will do everything possible to create conditions that would make any US-Israel military operations against Iran "impossible" amid the escalating tensions in the Middle East. During his remarks at the ambassadors` round-table amid the ongoing crisis, Lavrov said Russia would continue engaging in dialogue with regional countries as well as with the international community, including members of the United Nations Security Council and the United Nations General Assembly, to prevent further military escalation.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iranian government agency says at least 1,230 people killed in war
The death toll in Iran from the ongoing war with the United States and Israel has reached at least 1,230 people, an Iranian government agency said Thursday. The Iran`s Foundation of Martyrs and Veterans Affairs offered the toll.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iranian government agency says at least 1,230 people killed in war
The death toll in Iran from the ongoing war with the United States and Israel has reached at least 1,230 people, an Iranian government agency said Thursday. The Iran`s Foundation of Martyrs and Veterans Affairs offered the toll.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Tension over Strait of Hormuz threatens India`s tea exports to Gulf markets
Indian tea exports could face significant disruption if tensions in West Asia escalate further and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is affected, according to the Tea Association of India. The association said a substantial portion of India`s tea shipments to key markets in the Persian Gulf region, including Iraq, Iran, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, pass through the strategic strait. Iran said it will not allow vessels through this strait except for Chinese cargo.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Tension over Strait of Hormuz threatens India`s tea exports to Gulf markets
Indian tea exports could face significant disruption if tensions in West Asia escalate further and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is affected, according to the Tea Association of India. The association said a substantial portion of India`s tea shipments to key markets in the Persian Gulf region, including Iraq, Iran, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, pass through the strategic strait. Iran said it will not allow vessels through this strait except for Chinese cargo.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: India offers condolences over Khamenei`s death; Foreign Secretary Misri visits Iran embassy
India on Thursday condoled the death of Iran`s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri conveying to the Iranian ambassador New Delhi`s message of sympathy. Separately, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a phone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi but it is not immediately known what transpired in the talks. Misri visited the Iranian embassy and signed the condolence book on behalf of the government of India.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: India offers condolences over Khamenei`s death; Foreign Secretary Misri visits Iran embassy
India on Thursday condoled the death of Iran`s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri conveying to the Iranian ambassador New Delhi`s message of sympathy. Separately, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a phone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi but it is not immediately known what transpired in the talks. Misri visited the Iranian embassy and signed the condolence book on behalf of the government of India.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Dehradun families cling to hope after half-minute call from kin stranded in Iran
A half-minute phone call is all that families in Ambari village here have to cling to as they wait for news of their relatives stranded in Iran amid the escalating conflict in the region. Zakir Hussain, a resident, has been anxiously monitoring his mobile phone for any word on his brother, sister-in-law and their children, who are in Iran for Islamic studies. He said communication has been nearly impossible since the situation worsened. "There was a call last night that lasted barely half a minute," Hussain said. "My daughter managed to say, `Do not worry, we are fine,` before the line went dead." The phone has remained switched off since that brief interaction.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Dehradun families cling to hope after half-minute call from kin stranded in Iran
A half-minute phone call is all that families in Ambari village here have to cling to as they wait for news of their relatives stranded in Iran amid the escalating conflict in the region. Zakir Hussain, a resident, has been anxiously monitoring his mobile phone for any word on his brother, sister-in-law and their children, who are in Iran for Islamic studies. He said communication has been nearly impossible since the situation worsened. "There was a call last night that lasted barely half a minute," Hussain said. "My daughter managed to say, `Do not worry, we are fine,` before the line went dead." The phone has remained switched off since that brief interaction.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Passengers arriving from Dubai at IGI Airport describe contrasting situations
Passengers arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport from Dubai on Thursday described contrasting situations in the UAE, with one reporting a situation of panic while another said everything is normal, though both noted that flight prices have increased significantly. Speaking to ANI, passenger Rahul Saxena, who arrived at IGI Airport from Dubai, said there is a situation of panic in the region. "There is a situation of panic there. The sooner the government evacuates everyone, the better," Saxena said. However, another passenger, Gautam Gupta, who arrived at IGI Airport from Dubai, said everything is normal in Dubai and they did not face any difficulties.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Passengers arriving from Dubai at IGI Airport describe contrasting situations
Passengers arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport from Dubai on Thursday described contrasting situations in the UAE, with one reporting a situation of panic while another said everything is normal, though both noted that flight prices have increased significantly. Speaking to ANI, passenger Rahul Saxena, who arrived at IGI Airport from Dubai, said there is a situation of panic in the region. "There is a situation of panic there. The sooner the government evacuates everyone, the better," Saxena said. However, another passenger, Gautam Gupta, who arrived at IGI Airport from Dubai, said everything is normal in Dubai and they did not face any difficulties.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: PM Modi calls for swift end to West Asia, Ukraine conflicts
With West Asia on the brink of a wider regional war, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called for a "swift end" to the escalating conflict in the region saying no issue can be resolved through military confrontation. PM Modi`s remarks following his wide-ranging talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb came as the United States and Israel`s war with Iran entered the sixth day with both sides launching fresh strikes, significantly heightening tensions across the region. Stubb strongly backed India`s bid for a permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council, arguing that it is of "utmost importance" along with larger reform of the global multilateral system to reflect the current geopolitical realities.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: PM Modi calls for swift end to West Asia, Ukraine conflicts
With West Asia on the brink of a wider regional war, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called for a "swift end" to the escalating conflict in the region saying no issue can be resolved through military confrontation. PM Modi`s remarks following his wide-ranging talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb came as the United States and Israel`s war with Iran entered the sixth day with both sides launching fresh strikes, significantly heightening tensions across the region. Stubb strongly backed India`s bid for a permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council, arguing that it is of "utmost importance" along with larger reform of the global multilateral system to reflect the current geopolitical realities.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Russia always ready to supply crude oil to India: Envoy
Russia has always been open to supplying crude oil to India, Russian Ambassador Denis Alipov said on Thursday, amid increasing concerns over spiralling prices of petroleum products in view of the West Asia crisis. Global oil and gas prices have surged after Iran has virtually blocked the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow shipping lane between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, that handles roughly 20 per cent of global oil and LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas). India imports 88 per cent of its crude oil needs and roughly half of its natural gas requirement. These mostly come via the Strait of Hormuz.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Russia always ready to supply crude oil to India: Envoy
Russia has always been open to supplying crude oil to India, Russian Ambassador Denis Alipov said on Thursday, amid increasing concerns over spiralling prices of petroleum products in view of the West Asia crisis. Global oil and gas prices have surged after Iran has virtually blocked the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow shipping lane between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, that handles roughly 20 per cent of global oil and LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas). India imports 88 per cent of its crude oil needs and roughly half of its natural gas requirement. These mostly come via the Strait of Hormuz.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran launches new attacks, saying US will `bitterly regret` sinking warship, calls for Trump`s blood
Iran launched a new wave of attacks Thursday morning at Israeli and American bases and threatened that the United States would "bitterly regret" torpedoing an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean and a religious leader called for "Trump`s blood," while Israel said it had begun a "large-scale" attack on Tehran. Israel announced multiple incoming missile attacks and air sirens sounded in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Iranian state television said additional strikes also targeted US bases. The Israeli military said it had hit 80 targets in Lebanon linked to the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militant group over the past 24 hours and that a wave of strikes on Iran had hit long range ballistic missile launch sites and other targets.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran launches new attacks, saying US will `bitterly regret` sinking warship, calls for Trump`s blood
Iran launched a new wave of attacks Thursday morning at Israeli and American bases and threatened that the United States would "bitterly regret" torpedoing an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean and a religious leader called for "Trump`s blood," while Israel said it had begun a "large-scale" attack on Tehran. Israel announced multiple incoming missile attacks and air sirens sounded in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Iranian state television said additional strikes also targeted US bases. The Israeli military said it had hit 80 targets in Lebanon linked to the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militant group over the past 24 hours and that a wave of strikes on Iran had hit long range ballistic missile launch sites and other targets.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: War with Iran to cost Israel USD 3 billion a week under current limitations: Finance Ministry
The ongoing war with Iran could cost Israel an estimated NIS 9.4 billion (USD 3 billion approximately) per week under current restrictions on economic activities, the Israeli Finance Ministry has warned. "In a letter sent to the Home Front Command chief, Maj. Gen. Shai Klapper, Finance Ministry Director General Ilan Rom asked to ease restrictions to allow for a gradual, partial reopening of businesses and workplaces as early as Thursday," the Times of Israel reported.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: War with Iran to cost Israel USD 3 billion a week under current limitations: Finance Ministry
The ongoing war with Iran could cost Israel an estimated NIS 9.4 billion (USD 3 billion approximately) per week under current restrictions on economic activities, the Israeli Finance Ministry has warned. "In a letter sent to the Home Front Command chief, Maj. Gen. Shai Klapper, Finance Ministry Director General Ilan Rom asked to ease restrictions to allow for a gradual, partial reopening of businesses and workplaces as early as Thursday," the Times of Israel reported.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Azerbaijan`s Foreign Ministry accuses Iran of drone attack, says 2 civilians injured
Azerbaijan`s Foreign Ministry on Thursday accused Iran of carrying out a drone attack against its exclave of Nakhchivan. One drone crashed near the airport in Nakhchivan and another one near a school, the ministry said in a statement. Two civilians were injured, the ministry said. Iran has not acknowledged targeting Azerbaijan, but its attacks have spread erratically as the war has gone on involving regional countries and beyond.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Azerbaijan`s Foreign Ministry accuses Iran of drone attack, says 2 civilians injured
Azerbaijan`s Foreign Ministry on Thursday accused Iran of carrying out a drone attack against its exclave of Nakhchivan. One drone crashed near the airport in Nakhchivan and another one near a school, the ministry said in a statement. Two civilians were injured, the ministry said. Iran has not acknowledged targeting Azerbaijan, but its attacks have spread erratically as the war has gone on involving regional countries and beyond.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US aims to end Iran nuclear `blackmail`, offers India energy: US Deputy Secy Landau
United States Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau has outlined the strategic objectives behind the current military engagement with Iran, stating that the ultimate goal is a regional transition that ensures the Middle East no longer poses a global security risk. Speaking at a curtain-raiser session of the Raisina Dialogues titled "Power, Purpose, &amp; Partnerships: American Foreign Policy in a New Era," Landau addressed the historical friction between the two nations. Reflecting on the decades-old animosity, he noted, "I think the end game is a Middle East that is not a threat to other parts of the world. And, you know, since I was a teenager, I was 15 years old when the Shah was overthrown, and since then Iran has been in a `death to America` posture."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US aims to end Iran nuclear `blackmail`, offers India energy: US Deputy Secy Landau
United States Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau has outlined the strategic objectives behind the current military engagement with Iran, stating that the ultimate goal is a regional transition that ensures the Middle East no longer poses a global security risk. Speaking at a curtain-raiser session of the Raisina Dialogues titled "Power, Purpose, &amp; Partnerships: American Foreign Policy in a New Era," Landau addressed the historical friction between the two nations. Reflecting on the decades-old animosity, he noted, "I think the end game is a Middle East that is not a threat to other parts of the world. And, you know, since I was a teenager, I was 15 years old when the Shah was overthrown, and since then Iran has been in a `death to America` posture."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: "Modi govt`s reckless abdication of India`s strategic interests": Kharge slams PM
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his government`s handling of the Middle East crisis, calling it a "reckless abdication of India`s strategic and national interests" and accusing the PM of surrendering India`s foreign policy. In a detailed post on X, Kharge raised multiple questions about the government`s response to the escalating situation in West Asia and the plight of Indian nationals stranded in the region. "Modi Govt`s reckless abdication of India`s strategic &amp; national interests is there for all to see," Kharge stated.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: "Modi govt`s reckless abdication of India`s strategic interests": Kharge slams PM
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his government`s handling of the Middle East crisis, calling it a "reckless abdication of India`s strategic and national interests" and accusing the PM of surrendering India`s foreign policy. In a detailed post on X, Kharge raised multiple questions about the government`s response to the escalating situation in West Asia and the plight of Indian nationals stranded in the region. "Modi Govt`s reckless abdication of India`s strategic &amp; national interests is there for all to see," Kharge stated.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: "Entered negotiations despite knowing their intentions, but they attacked:" Iran`s envoy to India on conflict
Tehran had entered negotiations with the United States despite doubts about the intentions of the Americans, but was attacked before the set timeline. Mohammad Fathali, Ambassador of Iran to India said on Thursday. Speaking about the ongoing tensions invloving United States, Israel and Iran, Fathali in a conversation with ANI, said Iran had recently lost a great figure, describing the late Ayatollah Khameni as a guiding force who always advised the country to stand on the "right side of history." He said the leader believed in standing for principles and that Iran continued to follow that approach.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: "Entered negotiations despite knowing their intentions, but they attacked:" Iran`s envoy to India on conflict
Tehran had entered negotiations with the United States despite doubts about the intentions of the Americans, but was attacked before the set timeline. Mohammad Fathali, Ambassador of Iran to India said on Thursday. Speaking about the ongoing tensions invloving United States, Israel and Iran, Fathali in a conversation with ANI, said Iran had recently lost a great figure, describing the late Ayatollah Khameni as a guiding force who always advised the country to stand on the "right side of history." He said the leader believed in standing for principles and that Iran continued to follow that approach.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Sri Lanka says second Iranian ship awaits entry
Sri Lanka on Thursday said it is deliberating appropriate action after a second Iranian ship has sought entry to its territorial waters, a day after a frigate belonging to the Islamic country was attacked near the island nation. Sri Lanka on Wednesday said it had recovered over 80 bodies of Iranian sailors killed after a US submarine attack sank the Iranian frigate - IRIS Dena - off Galle, the island`s southern coastal town. Government spokesman and minister Nalinda Jayathissa was on Thursday responding to a query by the main opposition leader Sajith Premadasa in parliament about the second Iranian ship.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Sri Lanka says second Iranian ship awaits entry
Sri Lanka on Thursday said it is deliberating appropriate action after a second Iranian ship has sought entry to its territorial waters, a day after a frigate belonging to the Islamic country was attacked near the island nation. Sri Lanka on Wednesday said it had recovered over 80 bodies of Iranian sailors killed after a US submarine attack sank the Iranian frigate - IRIS Dena - off Galle, the island`s southern coastal town. Government spokesman and minister Nalinda Jayathissa was on Thursday responding to a query by the main opposition leader Sajith Premadasa in parliament about the second Iranian ship.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Israeli Air Force strikes 20 targets in Iran, destroys missile hubs
The Israeli Air Force (IAF) confirmed on Thursday that its aircraft successfully targeted and destroyed key military infrastructure within Iran, including a ballistic missile launcher prepared for an immediate strike against Israel. In a statement posted on X, the IAF provided documentation of the "Attack on Missile Launcher and Defense System in Isfahan and Kam in Iran." The military confirmed that "Air Force aircraft attacked and destroyed, in the Kam area in Iran, a ballistic missile launcher armed and ready for launch toward the State of Israel."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Israeli Air Force strikes 20 targets in Iran, destroys missile hubs
The Israeli Air Force (IAF) confirmed on Thursday that its aircraft successfully targeted and destroyed key military infrastructure within Iran, including a ballistic missile launcher prepared for an immediate strike against Israel. In a statement posted on X, the IAF provided documentation of the "Attack on Missile Launcher and Defense System in Isfahan and Kam in Iran." The military confirmed that "Air Force aircraft attacked and destroyed, in the Kam area in Iran, a ballistic missile launcher armed and ready for launch toward the State of Israel."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran`s foreign minister says US `will come to bitterly regret` precedent set after sub sank frigate
Iran`s foreign minister said Thursday that America "will come to bitterly regret (the) precedent it has set" after a US submarine sank an Iranian frigate off the coast of Sri Lanka. The comment by Abbas Araghchi represents the first Iranian government acknowledged of the sinking of the IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean. Araghchi made the comment on X, saying "the US has perpetrated an atrocity at sea, 2,000 miles away from Iran`s shores."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran`s foreign minister says US `will come to bitterly regret` precedent set after sub sank frigate
Iran`s foreign minister said Thursday that America "will come to bitterly regret (the) precedent it has set" after a US submarine sank an Iranian frigate off the coast of Sri Lanka. The comment by Abbas Araghchi represents the first Iranian government acknowledged of the sinking of the IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean. Araghchi made the comment on X, saying "the US has perpetrated an atrocity at sea, 2,000 miles away from Iran`s shores."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran television airs message from ayatollah calling for shedding` of blood from Israelis, Trump
Iranian state television aired a message Thursday from an ayatollah in Iran calling for the "shedding" of blood from Israelis and US President Donald Trump. The message came from Ayatollah Abdollah Javadi Amoli and represented one of the few clerical statements coming from Iran as it faces a combined airstrike campaign from Israel and the United States. "We are now on the verge of a great test and we must be careful to fully preserve this unity, to fully preserve this alliance," he said in the statement. He called for "the shedding of Zionist blood, the shedding of Trump`s blood." "The Imam of the time says, Fight the oppressive America, his blood is on my shoulders,`" the ayatollah added.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran television airs message from ayatollah calling for shedding` of blood from Israelis, Trump
Iranian state television aired a message Thursday from an ayatollah in Iran calling for the "shedding" of blood from Israelis and US President Donald Trump. The message came from Ayatollah Abdollah Javadi Amoli and represented one of the few clerical statements coming from Iran as it faces a combined airstrike campaign from Israel and the United States. "We are now on the verge of a great test and we must be careful to fully preserve this unity, to fully preserve this alliance," he said in the statement. He called for "the shedding of Zionist blood, the shedding of Trump`s blood." "The Imam of the time says, Fight the oppressive America, his blood is on my shoulders,`" the ayatollah added.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: India needs steady hand at the wheel but has `compromised PM`: Rahul Gandhi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying the West Asia conflict has reached India`s backyard but he has not spoken, and while the country needed a steady hand at the wheel, it has a "compromised PM who has surrendered our strategic autonomy". Gandhi said the world has entered a volatile phase and "stormy seas lie ahead" "India`s oil supplies are under threat, with more than 40&#37 of our imports transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The situation is even worse for LPG and LNG," he said on X.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: India needs steady hand at the wheel but has `compromised PM`: Rahul Gandhi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying the West Asia conflict has reached India`s backyard but he has not spoken, and while the country needed a steady hand at the wheel, it has a "compromised PM who has surrendered our strategic autonomy". Gandhi said the world has entered a volatile phase and "stormy seas lie ahead" "India`s oil supplies are under threat, with more than 40&#37 of our imports transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The situation is even worse for LPG and LNG," he said on X.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran hits Kurdish groups in Iraq as conflict widens
Fresh blasts were reported in Iran`s capital on Thursday as Tehran said it had targeted Kurdish groups in Iraq and warned "separatist groups" against attacks: AFP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran hits Kurdish groups in Iraq as conflict widens
Fresh blasts were reported in Iran`s capital on Thursday as Tehran said it had targeted Kurdish groups in Iraq and warned "separatist groups" against attacks: AFP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Australia deploys military aircraft to Mideast in contingency planning
Australia has deployed two military aircraft to the Middle East as part of contigency planning, two officials said: AFP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Australia deploys military aircraft to Mideast in contingency planning
Australia has deployed two military aircraft to the Middle East as part of contigency planning, two officials said: AFP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Series of explosions in and around Tehran, local media reports
A series of blasts hit Tehran and its western outskirts on Thursday, local media reported, after Israel said it had launched another wave of strikes on the Iranian capital. The Fars news agency reported an explosion in western Tehran, while the Shargh and Iran papers reported at least one explosion in Karaj a neighbouring city to the west: AFP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Series of explosions in and around Tehran, local media reports
A series of blasts hit Tehran and its western outskirts on Thursday, local media reported, after Israel said it had launched another wave of strikes on the Iranian capital. The Fars news agency reported an explosion in western Tehran, while the Shargh and Iran papers reported at least one explosion in Karaj a neighbouring city to the west: AFP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Israel warns Iran
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) asserted that the "Iranian terrorist regime" has made it very clear that they`re willing to target "everyone around them" in West Asia as the conflict continues to escalate in the region. The Israeli military also mentioned that in the early hours of Thursday, it shot down an Iranian Yakovlev Yak-130 fighter jet and is continuing its operations targeting aerial defence systems and ballistic missile infrastructure inside Iran: IANS

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Israel warns Iran
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) asserted that the "Iranian terrorist regime" has made it very clear that they`re willing to target "everyone around them" in West Asia as the conflict continues to escalate in the region. The Israeli military also mentioned that in the early hours of Thursday, it shot down an Iranian Yakovlev Yak-130 fighter jet and is continuing its operations targeting aerial defence systems and ballistic missile infrastructure inside Iran: IANS

West Asia War LIVE Updates: AAI denies seeking details on fuel stock from international airports amid West Asian conflict
Airports Authority of India (AAI) has refuted any reports claiming that the airport operator has sought details regarding Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) stock at international airports amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. In a press release, AAI stated that it does not exercise oversight over fuel inventories in airports. AAI said, "There are some media reports with reference to Airports Authority of India (AAI) that AAI has sought details regarding Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) stock positions at international airports in the context of the prevailing geopolitical situation in West Asia": ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: AAI denies seeking details on fuel stock from international airports amid West Asian conflict
Airports Authority of India (AAI) has refuted any reports claiming that the airport operator has sought details regarding Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) stock at international airports amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. In a press release, AAI stated that it does not exercise oversight over fuel inventories in airports. AAI said, "There are some media reports with reference to Airports Authority of India (AAI) that AAI has sought details regarding Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) stock positions at international airports in the context of the prevailing geopolitical situation in West Asia": ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US `will come to bitterly regret` precedent set after sub sank frigate, says Iran`s foreign minister
Iran`s foreign minister said Thursday that America "will come to bitterly regret (the) precedent it has set" after a US submarine sank an Iranian frigate off the coast of Sri Lanka. The comment by Abbas Araghchi represents the first Iranian government acknowledged of the sinking of the IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean. Araghchi made the comment on X, saying "the US has perpetrated an atrocity at sea, 2,000 miles away from Iran`s shores." "Frigate Dena, a guest of India`s Navy carrying almost 130 sailors, was struck in international waters without warning," he wrote. "Mark my words: The US will come to bitterly regret (the) precedent it has set": AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US `will come to bitterly regret` precedent set after sub sank frigate, says Iran`s foreign minister
Iran`s foreign minister said Thursday that America "will come to bitterly regret (the) precedent it has set" after a US submarine sank an Iranian frigate off the coast of Sri Lanka. The comment by Abbas Araghchi represents the first Iranian government acknowledged of the sinking of the IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean. Araghchi made the comment on X, saying "the US has perpetrated an atrocity at sea, 2,000 miles away from Iran`s shores." "Frigate Dena, a guest of India`s Navy carrying almost 130 sailors, was struck in international waters without warning," he wrote. "Mark my words: The US will come to bitterly regret (the) precedent it has set": AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran`s continuing drone, missile attacks pose challenge for US and allies
If Israel and the United States hoped their attacks on Iran would quickly force the country to capitulate, those expectations appear misplaced. Despite the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and several senior officials, Iran has managed to continue firing drones and missiles at targets across the Middle East. This poses a challenge for the United States and its allies, including Israel and the Gulf states. The concern is that they might run out of air defence systems before Iran runs out of airborne projectiles: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran`s continuing drone, missile attacks pose challenge for US and allies
If Israel and the United States hoped their attacks on Iran would quickly force the country to capitulate, those expectations appear misplaced. Despite the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and several senior officials, Iran has managed to continue firing drones and missiles at targets across the Middle East. This poses a challenge for the United States and its allies, including Israel and the Gulf states. The concern is that they might run out of air defence systems before Iran runs out of airborne projectiles: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister signs condolence book in New Delhi for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh visited the embassy in New Delhi on Thursday to sign a condolence book in memory of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Khatibzadeh`s tribute comes as Iranian state media reported that preparations are underway at Tehran`s Grand Mosalla for the placement of the body of the late Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a US-Israel-led strike on Iran: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister signs condolence book in New Delhi for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh visited the embassy in New Delhi on Thursday to sign a condolence book in memory of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Khatibzadeh`s tribute comes as Iranian state media reported that preparations are underway at Tehran`s Grand Mosalla for the placement of the body of the late Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a US-Israel-led strike on Iran: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Curbs on movement, assembly remain in force in Kashmir after protests against Khamenei`s killing
Normal life in Kashmir was affected for the fifth consecutive day as partial restrictions on movement of people remained in force as a precautionary measure. The restrictions were imposed on Monday after spontaneous protests broke out across Kashmir a day earlier against the killing of Iran`s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US-Israel joint strikes. Chief minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday held a meeting with civil society representatives and religious leaders as part of efforts to bring the situation back to normalcy: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Curbs on movement, assembly remain in force in Kashmir after protests against Khamenei`s killing
Normal life in Kashmir was affected for the fifth consecutive day as partial restrictions on movement of people remained in force as a precautionary measure. The restrictions were imposed on Monday after spontaneous protests broke out across Kashmir a day earlier against the killing of Iran`s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US-Israel joint strikes. Chief minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday held a meeting with civil society representatives and religious leaders as part of efforts to bring the situation back to normalcy: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Late Ayatollah Khamenei`s body to be placed at Tehran`s Grand Mosalla
Iranian state Media reported that preparations are underway at Tehran`s Grand Mosalla for the placement of the body of the late Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei who was killed in the US-Israel led strike on Iran. The Grand Mosalla of Tehran is a massive prayer complex used for the city`s most significant state-religious gatherings. This is part of the three day farewell ceremony being organised for the late Supreme leader. Thousands of mourners are expected to gather at the Mosalla. A "farewell ceremony" followed by a "funeral procession" is the protocol after the death of a Supreme Leader: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Late Ayatollah Khamenei`s body to be placed at Tehran`s Grand Mosalla
Iranian state Media reported that preparations are underway at Tehran`s Grand Mosalla for the placement of the body of the late Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei who was killed in the US-Israel led strike on Iran. The Grand Mosalla of Tehran is a massive prayer complex used for the city`s most significant state-religious gatherings. This is part of the three day farewell ceremony being organised for the late Supreme leader. Thousands of mourners are expected to gather at the Mosalla. A "farewell ceremony" followed by a "funeral procession" is the protocol after the death of a Supreme Leader: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Farooq flays US-Israel strikes on Iran
Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah on Thursday slammed the US-Israel strikes on Iran, and said no country has the right to impose its control over another nation. The National Conference president also said that it was the responsibility of the Union government to present its position on the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel. "Iran is an independent country. America attacked it; that is wrong. It is wrong to invade any other country. No country has the right to impose its control over another nation. They have done it with Venezuela too. It is unfortunate," he told reporters here. Warning of wider consequences, he said the impact of the ongoing war could be felt across the world in the coming days and cautioned that the situation might escalate into a larger global conflict, possibly even a Third World War. "It may lead to something bigger, and in the end it can start a Third World War. We do not know about it," he said, adding the situation should be handled with responsibility: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Farooq flays US-Israel strikes on Iran
Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah on Thursday slammed the US-Israel strikes on Iran, and said no country has the right to impose its control over another nation. The National Conference president also said that it was the responsibility of the Union government to present its position on the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel. "Iran is an independent country. America attacked it; that is wrong. It is wrong to invade any other country. No country has the right to impose its control over another nation. They have done it with Venezuela too. It is unfortunate," he told reporters here. Warning of wider consequences, he said the impact of the ongoing war could be felt across the world in the coming days and cautioned that the situation might escalate into a larger global conflict, possibly even a Third World War. "It may lead to something bigger, and in the end it can start a Third World War. We do not know about it," he said, adding the situation should be handled with responsibility: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: China communicates with Gulf region leaders amidst conflict; over 3000 Chinese citizens evacuated from Iran
China has urged restraint and diplomatic engagement amid rising tensions in West Asia, with Chinese Foreign Affairs Minister Wang Yi holding phone conversations with political leaders from the Gulf region, according to Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian. In a post on X on Wednesday, Lin Jian said Wang spoke with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan. He said that China supports the UAE`s legitimate demands for safeguarding its national security and supports regional countries in seeking to resolve disputes through diplomatic means: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: China communicates with Gulf region leaders amidst conflict; over 3000 Chinese citizens evacuated from Iran
China has urged restraint and diplomatic engagement amid rising tensions in West Asia, with Chinese Foreign Affairs Minister Wang Yi holding phone conversations with political leaders from the Gulf region, according to Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian. In a post on X on Wednesday, Lin Jian said Wang spoke with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan. He said that China supports the UAE`s legitimate demands for safeguarding its national security and supports regional countries in seeking to resolve disputes through diplomatic means: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Hegseth says US `can`t stop everything` that Iran fires even as he asserts air dominance
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth acknowledged on Wednesday that some Iranian air attacks may still hit their targets even as he asserted that US military superiority is quickly giving it control of the Islamic Republic`s airspace. The United States has spared "no expense or capability" to enhance air defence systems to protect American forces and allies in the Middle East, Hegseth told reporters at the Pentagon days after the US and Israel attacked Iran in a war that has widened throughout the region. "This does not mean we can stop everything, but we ensured that the maximum possible defence and maximum possible force protection was set up before we went on offence," he said: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Hegseth says US `can`t stop everything` that Iran fires even as he asserts air dominance
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth acknowledged on Wednesday that some Iranian air attacks may still hit their targets even as he asserted that US military superiority is quickly giving it control of the Islamic Republic`s airspace. The United States has spared "no expense or capability" to enhance air defence systems to protect American forces and allies in the Middle East, Hegseth told reporters at the Pentagon days after the US and Israel attacked Iran in a war that has widened throughout the region. "This does not mean we can stop everything, but we ensured that the maximum possible defence and maximum possible force protection was set up before we went on offence," he said: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US Senate rejects resolution to curb Trump`s military action against Iran
The US Senate has voted down a War Powers resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump`s military action, `Operation Epic Fury`, against Iran, with the measure failing 47-53 on mostly party lines, Fox News reported. Senate Republicans on Wednesday (local time) closed ranks behind President Donald Trump, dealing him a crucial political victory by defeating Democrats-led resolution intended to rein in his military actions in Iran despite lingering questions about America`s involvement in the Middle East: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US Senate rejects resolution to curb Trump`s military action against Iran
The US Senate has voted down a War Powers resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump`s military action, `Operation Epic Fury`, against Iran, with the measure failing 47-53 on mostly party lines, Fox News reported. Senate Republicans on Wednesday (local time) closed ranks behind President Donald Trump, dealing him a crucial political victory by defeating Democrats-led resolution intended to rein in his military actions in Iran despite lingering questions about America`s involvement in the Middle East: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Analyst says some areas in Iran now resemble Gaza`s ruins Stephane Cohen of Israel`s Institute for National Security Studies Data Analytics Centre says that based on Israel`s announced targets and satellite imagery, the campaign resembles a dentist`s "root canal" - dismantling Iran`s defence infrastructure and preventing rapid reconstruction. Targets have included missile sites, Revolutionary Guard stations, naval bases and air defence systems. The volume of munitions and scale of visible damage far exceed last year`s 12-day war, Cohen said. In some places, the ash, dust and rubble resemble strikes on Gaza. Cohen says it`s "everything related to the regime": AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Analyst says some areas in Iran now resemble Gaza`s ruinsStephane Cohen of Israel`s Institute for National Security Studies Data Analytics Centre says that based on Israel`s announced targets and satellite imagery, the campaign resembles a dentist`s "root canal" - dismantling Iran`s defence infrastructure and preventing rapid reconstruction. Targets have included missile sites, Revolutionary Guard stations, naval bases and air defence systems. The volume of munitions and scale of visible damage far exceed last year`s 12-day war, Cohen said. In some places, the ash, dust and rubble resemble strikes on Gaza. Cohen says it`s "everything related to the regime": AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: More alerts in Israel Sirens warning of incoming drones and projectiles have been going off almost nonstop for the past hour and a half in different parts of northern Israel. The Israeli military said that at least some of the fire came from Lebanon. For the third time Wednesday, there are new sirens in central Jerusalem announcing incoming fire. One loud boom could be heard. Sirens also went off in Tel Aviv. Israel`s rescue services said there were no immediate casualties from latest barrage: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: More alerts in IsraelSirens warning of incoming drones and projectiles have been going off almost nonstop for the past hour and a half in different parts of northern Israel.The Israeli military said that at least some of the fire came from Lebanon. For the third time Wednesday, there are new sirens in central Jerusalem announcing incoming fire. One loud boom could be heard. Sirens also went off in Tel Aviv. Israel`s rescue services said there were no immediate casualties from latest barrage: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US military is helping Americans leave Middle East
"We`ve also opened up space available, seats, as C-17s and other airplanes come in to try to help folks get out," the chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said, referring to the large C-17 military transport planes. Dan Caine gave no details how many Americans are being helped. The US State Department has urged citizens to leave more than a dozen countries: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US military is helping Americans leave Middle East
"We`ve also opened up space available, seats, as C-17s and other airplanes come in to try to help folks get out," the chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said, referring to the large C-17 military transport planes. Dan Caine gave no details how many Americans are being helped. The US State Department has urged citizens to leave more than a dozen countries: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran without internet connectivity for about 4 days
Internet monitoring group NetBlocks says Iran has been offline now for 100 hours. This is the second such blackout this year imposed by Iranian authorities. The first was for nationwide protests in January. NetBlocks says metrics show internet connectivity at 1&#37 of normal levels. NetBlocks during the previous shutdown in Iran estimated that it cost the country over $37 million. Tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is down by about 90&#37: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran without internet connectivity for about 4 days
Internet monitoring group NetBlocks says Iran has been offline now for 100 hours. This is the second such blackout this year imposed by Iranian authorities. The first was for nationwide protests in January. NetBlocks says metrics show internet connectivity at 1&#37 of normal levels. NetBlocks during the previous shutdown in Iran estimated that it cost the country over $37 million. Tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is down by about 90&#37: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Oil prices cross USD 83 per barrel as Middle East tensions escalate
Amid escalating Middle East tensions, crude oil prices went up more than 2 per cent on Thursday over supply constraints as Strait of Hormuz was closed by Iran.&nbsp;In the early morning trade, the April contract of the benchmark crude on the Intercontinental Exchange was trading at USD 83.26 per barrel, up by almost 2.43 per cent from its previous close. The April contract of West Texas Intermediate on the NYMEX went up 2.63 per cent to $76.63 per barrel: IANS

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Oil prices cross USD 83 per barrel as Middle East tensions escalate
Amid escalating Middle East tensions, crude oil prices went up more than 2 per cent on Thursday over supply constraints as Strait of Hormuz was closed by Iran.&nbsp;In the early morning trade, the April contract of the benchmark crude on the Intercontinental Exchange was trading at USD 83.26 per barrel, up by almost 2.43 per cent from its previous close. The April contract of West Texas Intermediate on the NYMEX went up 2.63 per cent to $76.63 per barrel: IANS

West Asia War LIVE Updates: 54 residents from Nanded stuck in Gulf region, all safe
Amid the military conflict in West Asia, at least 54 citizens from Nanded in Maharashtra are currently stranded in different countries in the Gulf region, and all of them are safe, a district official said on Wednesday. These citizens are stuck in Dubai, Sharjah, Qatar, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia, the official added. Nanded district Guardian Minister Atul Save is overseeing the developments and maintaining contact with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and the State Emergency Operations Centre at Mantralaya in Mumbai, according to the district administration: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: 54 residents from Nanded stuck in Gulf region, all safe
Amid the military conflict in West Asia, at least 54 citizens from Nanded in Maharashtra are currently stranded in different countries in the Gulf region, and all of them are safe, a district official said on Wednesday. These citizens are stuck in Dubai, Sharjah, Qatar, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia, the official added. Nanded district Guardian Minister Atul Save is overseeing the developments and maintaining contact with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and the State Emergency Operations Centre at Mantralaya in Mumbai, according to the district administration: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US Congress split over Trump`s Iran strike decision, DHS funding
House Democrats and Republicans clashed over President Donald Trump`s military operation against Iran and a funding dispute involving the Department of Homeland Security. At separate weekly news conferences, the two parties offered sharply different views of the conflict and Congress` role: IANS

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US Congress split over Trump`s Iran strike decision, DHS funding
House Democrats and Republicans clashed over President Donald Trump`s military operation against Iran and a funding dispute involving the Department of Homeland Security. At separate weekly news conferences, the two parties offered sharply different views of the conflict and Congress` role: IANS

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Indian Embassy issues safety advisory in Qatar
Following the escalating tension in the Gulf region, the Indian Embassy in Doha has issued a fresh advisory for Indian nationals in Qatar, urging them to strictly adhere to safety instructions issued by local authorities. In its advisory released on Wednesday, the Embassy of India in Doha said, "In view of the prevailing situation and in line with the Public Notice issued by the Ministry of Interior, State of Qatar, all Indian nationals in Qatar are advised to strictly follow the safety guidance issued by the competent Qatari authorities": ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Indian Embassy issues safety advisory in Qatar
Following the escalating tension in the Gulf region, the Indian Embassy in Doha has issued a fresh advisory for Indian nationals in Qatar, urging them to strictly adhere to safety instructions issued by local authorities. In its advisory released on Wednesday, the Embassy of India in Doha said, "In view of the prevailing situation and in line with the Public Notice issued by the Ministry of Interior, State of Qatar, all Indian nationals in Qatar are advised to strictly follow the safety guidance issued by the competent Qatari authorities": ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: All India Muslim Personal Law Board condemns US and Israel`s attack on Iran
The All India Muslim Personal Law Board has condemned the "open aggression" of the United States and Israel against Iran and urged the United Nations and the international community to take immediate, effective, and concrete steps to ensure a ceasefire and prevent the region from descending into a devastating war: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: All India Muslim Personal Law Board condemns US and Israel`s attack on Iran
The All India Muslim Personal Law Board has condemned the "open aggression" of the United States and Israel against Iran and urged the United Nations and the international community to take immediate, effective, and concrete steps to ensure a ceasefire and prevent the region from descending into a devastating war: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: IRGC launches 19th wave of Operation True Promise 4; says operation against "American-Zionist terrorists"
The IRGC has launched the nineteenth wave of Operation True Promise 4 as a combined missile and drone operation, according to the IRGC Public Relations on Thursday. According to the IRGC PR, "This operation against the positions of American-Zionist terrorists in the heart of the occupied territories and American terrorist bases began with massive explosions under the blessed code name `Ya Hassan ibn Ali (peace be upon him)": ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: IRGC launches 19th wave of Operation True Promise 4; says operation against "American-Zionist terrorists"
The IRGC has launched the nineteenth wave of Operation True Promise 4 as a combined missile and drone operation, according to the IRGC Public Relations on Thursday. According to the IRGC PR, "This operation against the positions of American-Zionist terrorists in the heart of the occupied territories and American terrorist bases began with massive explosions under the blessed code name `Ya Hassan ibn Ali (peace be upon him)": ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran has not yet elected the successor of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated in a joint US-Israeli airstrike last week, a senior Iranian official said Thursday. Ayatollah Dr Abdul Majeed Hakeemelahi, the representative of Iran`s supreme leader in India, also said that the process to elect a new leader is still underway. We are closing the LIVE blog now

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