Saudi Iran tensions military warning escalation raises Gulf security concerns Tensions between Saudi Arabia and Iran are rising again, creating fresh concerns about stability across the Gulf region. Recent incidents involving drones and missiles have increased pressure on regional security systems, forcing authorities to remain on constant alert. These developments are not isolated. Instead, they…
Tehran Responds to Israeli Strikes Iran has launched a new series of missile attacks following the targeted killing of two of its top security officials by Israel, intensifying the ongoing Middle East conflict. The strikes hit central Israel, as sirens sounded across Tel Aviv and surrounding areas. The fatalities included two civilians in Ramat Gan,…
High-Stakes Diplomacy with the United States Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi arrived in Washington under intense scrutiny, facing direct pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. The Strait of Hormuz, a crucial maritime passage for global oil transport, has seen disruptions due to Iranian military activity, prompting Trump…
Trump’s Request Denied as Strait Remains Blocked China has formally declined to assist the United States in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway temporarily closed due to Iranian military activity. The U.S. had requested Beijing’s support to secure the strait after drones, missiles, and naval mines disrupted shipping routes during the ongoing Iran…
WASHINGTON, March 18, 2026 – U.S. President Donald Trump sharply criticized NATO on Tuesday, calling the alliance’s refusal to provide direct support in the ongoing military operations against Iran a “very foolish mistake.” The president’s comments, made during a press briefing with visiting Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin, highlight rising tensions between Washington and its…
Iran Faces Leadership Crisis After Ali Larijani’s Death Amid War, Political Turmoil, and Domestic Unrest TEHRAN: Iran’s political and security leadership is facing an unprecedented crisis following the confirmed death of Ali Larijani, the country’s former secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, in a targeted strike. Larijani, a central figure in Iran’s decision-making, was…
Oil prices fall after Iraq Kurdistan export deal improves supply outlook while Middle East tensions continue to create uncertainty in global oil markets BEIJING/SINGAPORE: Oil prices moved lower on Wednesday as fresh developments from Iraq signaled a potential increase in crude supply, bringing some relief to global markets that have been under pressure for weeks….
PIA suspends Fujairah flights for 48 hours as Gulf airspace risks, aviation disruption, and Middle East crisis impact travel ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced a temporary suspension of its Fujairah flights for 48 hours, as rising security concerns and airspace risks continue to disrupt travel across the Gulf region. The move comes amid…
Oman Oil Prices Surge as Global Supply Disruptions and Middle East Tensions Escalate Muscat – In a historic milestone for the global energy market, the official price of Oman Crude for May delivery soared past $150 per barrel on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, settling at approximately $152.58, up $4.79 from the previous session. This marks…
What Happened in the Ali Larijani Killed in Israel Strike Amid US‑Iran Conflict Israel’s defence minister has confirmed that Ali Larijani was killed in an Israeli strike amid the US‑Iran conflict, marking one of the most dramatic frontline shifts since the full‑scale outbreak of hostilities this month. The announcement on March 17, 2026, states that…
