White House’s Hollywood-style Iran strike video sparks outrage online

A video shared by the White House celebrating US military strikes on Iranian targets has triggered widespread criticism online after it used dramatic scenes from Hollywood films and video games to depict the operation.

Posted on the official White House account on X (formerly Twitter), on Thursday night, the 42-second montage blended footage of US military actions with clips from several popular movies and entertainment franchises. The post was captioned, “JUSTICE THE AMERICAN WAY,” and has since drawn millions of views and strong reactions across social media. Read the full story here.

Shocking moment: US Senator breaks ex-Marine protester's hand during Senate hearing

A tense scene unfolded during a United States Senate Armed Services Committee hearing when Senator Tim Sheehy of Montana physically intervened while Capitol Police were removing an anti-war protester. The incident, which was captured on video and widely circulated on social media, resulted in the protester sustaining a broken hand. Read the full story here.

'I apologise to the neighbouring countries': Iran President vows no more strikes unless attacked

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has apologised to neighbouring countries following missile attacks carried out during the ongoing conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States. Speaking in an address broadcast by Iranian state television, the president said Tehran would avoid targeting nearby nations unless attacks were launched against Iran from their territory. Read the full story here.

Nepal election results 2026: Counting begins as ballots arrive from remote villages

Vote counting for Nepal’s parliamentary elections began on Friday as authorities transported ballot boxes from remote mountain regions to counting centres across the country. According to the Election Commission, counting started soon after polling concluded for the election to the Pratinidhi Sabha, the lower house of Nepal’s parliament. Read the full story here.

Dubai airport operations temporarily suspended

According to the latest update from the Dubai Media Office on X (formerly Twitter), airline operations have been temporarily halted to ensure passenger safety. The decision comes amid the escalating crisis in West Asia and heightened security concerns in the region. The statement shared, "For the safety of passengers, airport staff, and airline crew, operations at Dubai International (DXB) have been temporarily suspended. All procedures are being managed in line with established safety protocols." Read the full story here.

Explosions rock Dubai as missile intercepted mid-air

Successive explosions were reported in several parts of West Asia, including Jerusalem and Bahrain’s capital, Manama. On Saturday morning, explosion-like sounds were also heard in Dubai, triggering panic across the city. According to initial reports, flight operations at Dubai Airport were temporarily halted for more than 40 minutes following the incident. Sources said missile debris was found scattered near the airport area, which added to the panic among passengers and airport staff. However, no casualties were reported.

Tehran’s Mehrabad airport rocked by explosions as Israel announces ‘broad-scale’ strikes

Explosions and fires have been reported at Tehran’s Mehrabad International Airport on Saturday as tensions between Iran, Israel and the US escalated further. Videos and pictures circulating on social media showed fire erupting from the airport premises. According to eyewitnesses, there are reports that a number of planes on the tarmac are now engulfed in fire. Read the full story here.

US embassy in Qatar issues fresh advisory for Americans

The US Embassy in Doha has urged American citizens in Qatar and across the Middle East to remain alert as the United States government explores additional options to help its nationals leave the region amid escalating tensions. In a statement shared on X, the embassy said the safety of American citizens remained the top priority for the US administration and the State Department. Read the full story here.

Why did US give India 30-day Russian oil waiver amid Iran war?

The United States has clarified why it temporarily "allowed" India to purchase Russian oil, describing the move as a short-term step to stabilise global crude markets amid rising tensions in West Asia. US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the 30-day waiver was introduced to ensure oil supply continues flowing while markets face disruption following the conflict involving Iran. Read the full story here.

Iran hit by 4.1 magnitude earthquake

A 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck west of Bandar Abbas in Iran on Saturday morning, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported. The quake occurred 74 kilometres west of Bandar Abbas at a depth of 10 kilometres, the USGS said. There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties following the tremor. Read the full story here.

Did Russia quietly help Iran target US forces? Intel report raises new war fears

Russia may have provided Iran with intelligence that could help Tehran target American military assets in the Middle East, according to a report citing US officials familiar with intelligence assessments. The Associated Press reported that two officials, speaking on condition of anonymity because they were not authorised to discuss the matter publicly, said Moscow shared information that could potentially assist Iran in striking US warships, aircraft and other military targets. If confirmed, the development would mark the first indication that Russia could be edging closer to direct involvement in the conflict triggered by the US-Israel military campaign against Iran last week. Read the full story here.

Iran’s President Pezeshkian accuses Netanyahu of tailoring rhetoric for different audiences

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has sharply criticised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing him of altering his rhetoric depending on the audience he is addressing. In remarks that reflect the deepening war of words between Tehran and Tel Aviv, Pezeshkian claimed Netanyahu presents different narratives to different regions, framing Iran in contrasting ways for domestic, American and Iranian audiences. Read the full story here.