Mojtaba Khamenei threatens retaliation in first address after taking power

Mojtaba Khamenei issued his first public message after becoming Iran's Supreme Leader, calling for national unity and participation in the annual Quds Day observances. In a televised address reported by Iranian state media on Thursday, he also demanded the closure of American military bases in the region, The Indian Express reported. Read the full story here.

Kim Jong Un and his daughter test North Korea’s latest arms amidst global tensions

Kim Jong Un, the infamous supreme leader of North Korea, was seen testing out the newly made pistols at a gun range. North Korea, which is also a nuclear power controlled by a family for almost a century now, is currently sitting on the sidelines of the global conflict that is escalating in West Asia. Time and again, the leader of the Pacific country has openly criticised the Americans and Israelis and their policies, and now that one of their closest allies, Iran, is getting targeted, these photos of testing new arms are sparking new speculation as to whether it is just a routine arms launch or if North Korea is preparing for a greater conflict. Read the full story here.

US fraud scheme worth millions: Indian-origin brothers face up to 400 years in jail

Two brothers of Indian origin, Bhaskar Savani and Arun Savani, were found guilty in the US for running a big financial fraud that stole millions of dollars from people. This verdict ends the long federal investigation into their complex crime scheme that covered many US states and included sophisticated tricks of fraud. Read the full story here.

US launches trade probe against India and 15 others - here's why

The Office of the United States Trade Representative has launched a major investigation into the trade policies of several countries, including India, warning that additional tariffs could be imposed if violations are found. The probe has been initiated under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, a law previously used by the US during trade disputes with other countries. The investigation targets 16 countries that Washington believes may be using policies that disadvantage American companies in global markets. The list includes China, Japan, South Korea, Mexico, Vietnam, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Bangladesh, and the European Union. Read the full story here.

Israel Defense Forces claim strike on Iran nuclear facility linked to alleged AMAD project

The Israel Defense Forces said it recently carried out strikes on an Iranian nuclear-related site near Tehran, claiming the facility was involved in work linked to nuclear weapons development. The military identified the site as the Taleghan compound, located on the northeastern outskirts of the capital and also referred to as Min Zadai, The Times of Israel reported. Read the full story here.

'Only option' is to destroy Iran's ability to threaten neighbours: US Energy Secretary Chris Wright

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright has said that "ultimately only option on table is to destroy Iran's ability to threaten neighbours, straits". The comment was published in a Reuters news update summarising his remarks during a CNBC interview about the ongoing Iran conflict and the Strait of Hormuz crisis. The remark came amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, where shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global oil trade, has been disrupted after US-Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehran's retaliation. The crisis has sharply reduced maritime traffic and pushed global oil prices higher.

Can UAE employers terminate stranded employees? Here’s what the law says

Thousands of residents who are employed in the United Arab Emirates are unable to travel back due to cancellations of flights and disruptions of airspace resulting from the ongoing Iran-US-Israel conflict. Read the full story here.

Did Iran really allow Indian tankers through Hormuz? Tehran breaks silence

Iran has rejected reports claiming that it allowed India-flagged oil tankers to pass safely through the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions in the region and disruptions to global energy routes. Read the full story here.

Trump lauds ‘victory’ in Iran war 5 times in 13 seconds at Kentucky Rally, then suddenly urges caution: ‘Have to be…’

Donald Trump triggered a wave of reactions on social media on Wednesday after 5 times in 13 seconds declaring victory in the ongoing conflict with Iran during a rally in Hebron, Kentucky. Read the full story here.

Canada offers LNG to India amid Iran–Israel war: Here's how it could cut reliance on Middle East gas

Canada has agreed to provide India with liquefied natural gas as tensions are running high in West Asia, affecting global energy markets. Read the full story here.

California a target for Iranian drone strikes? FBI warns police agencies along West Coast

US federal authorities have warned law enforcement agencies in California about a potential Iranian plan to launch a surprise drone attack against targets on the American West Coast. Read the full story here.

Is Russia sharing Ukraine war drone tactics with Iran to target US? Here's what an intelligence officer has to say

Russia is helping Iran refine the use of its drones by sharing battlefield tactics developed during the war in Ukraine, according to a Western intelligence official cited in an exclusive report by CNN. Read the full story here.