West Asia LIVE Updates: Turkish-owned ship crossed Hormuz strait `with Iran`s permission`, claims minister A Turkish-owned ship was able to cross the Strait of Hormuz with Iran`s permission, Turkey`s transport minister said Friday of a critical artery where the Mideast war has essentially halted shipping. "We have 15 ships in the Strait of Hormuz and were able to get one of them through after obtaining permission from the Iranian authorities," Transport Minister Abdulkadir Uraloglu told journalists. (AFP)

West Asia LIVE Updates: Turkish-owned ship crossed Hormuz strait `with Iran`s permission`, claims ministerA Turkish-owned ship was able to cross the Strait of Hormuz with Iran`s permission, Turkey`s transport minister said Friday of a critical artery where the Mideast war has essentially halted shipping. "We have 15 ships in the Strait of Hormuz and were able to get one of them through after obtaining permission from the Iranian authorities," Transport Minister Abdulkadir Uraloglu told journalists. (AFP)

West Asia LIVE Updates: Congress busy spreading misinformation in crisis caused by war, says PM Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday highlighted the contrasting approaches of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government and the Congress party, asserting that, at one end, the NDA government is focused on the welfare of farmers, while the Congress continues to show a lack of commitment to the nation. Speaking at an event in Guwahati, the Prime Minister referred to the ongoing global crisis and the situation in West Asia. PM Modi criticised the Congress for spreading misinformation. He urged Congress members to revisit a speech by former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, noting that Nehru had observed that the wars in South and North Korea were contributing to inflation in India. (ANI)

West Asia LIVE Updates: Congress busy spreading misinformation in crisis caused by war, says PM ModiPrime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday highlighted the contrasting approaches of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government and the Congress party, asserting that, at one end, the NDA government is focused on the welfare of farmers, while the Congress continues to show a lack of commitment to the nation. Speaking at an event in Guwahati, the Prime Minister referred to the ongoing global crisis and the situation in West Asia. PM Modi criticised the Congress for spreading misinformation. He urged Congress members to revisit a speech by former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, noting that Nehru had observed that the wars in South and North Korea were contributing to inflation in India. (ANI) 

West Asia LIVE Updates: One killed at Tehran rally&nbsp;
Deadly explosions rocked Tehran close to a pro-government rally attended by top officials including security chief Ali Larijani, President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, as Israel and Iran unleashed fresh strikes in their war. At least one person was killed in the blasts. (AFP)
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West Asia LIVE Updates: One killed at Tehran rally&nbsp;
Deadly explosions rocked Tehran close to a pro-government rally attended by top officials including security chief Ali Larijani, President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, as Israel and Iran unleashed fresh strikes in their war. At least one person was killed in the blasts. (AFP)
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West Asia LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Nepal halts visa-on-arrival facility for Iranian citizens
The government of Nepal has decided to stop providing visa-on-arrival facilities to Iranian citizens visiting the country amid the ongoing US&ndash;Iran conflict in West Asia, the country`s Department of Immigration said on Friday. &ldquo;The move is aimed at preventing an influx of Iranian citizens into Nepal due to the ongoing conflict in the region,&rdquo; Ram Chandra Tiwari, Director General of the department, told IANS. &ldquo;We have been adopting similar policies for other nations affected by conflicts.&rdquo; (IANS)&nbsp;

West Asia LIVE Updates:&nbsp;Nepal halts visa-on-arrival facility for Iranian citizens
The government of Nepal has decided to stop providing visa-on-arrival facilities to Iranian citizens visiting the country amid the ongoing US&ndash;Iran conflict in West Asia, the country`s Department of Immigration said on Friday. &ldquo;The move is aimed at preventing an influx of Iranian citizens into Nepal due to the ongoing conflict in the region,&rdquo; Ram Chandra Tiwari, Director General of the department, told IANS. &ldquo;We have been adopting similar policies for other nations affected by conflicts.&rdquo; (IANS)&nbsp;

West Asia LIVE Updates: `Iran&rsquo;s leadership &lsquo;hiding like rats&rsquo;, new supreme leader likely wounded and disfigured,` says Hegseth
"Iran`s leadership is in no better shape, desperate and hiding, they`ve gone underground, cowering. That`s what rats do. We know the new so-called not-so-supreme leader is wounded and likely disfigured," Hegseth said.

West Asia LIVE Updates: `Iran&rsquo;s leadership &lsquo;hiding like rats&rsquo;, new supreme leader likely wounded and disfigured,` says Hegseth
"Iran`s leadership is in no better shape, desperate and hiding, they`ve gone underground, cowering. That`s what rats do. We know the new so-called not-so-supreme leader is wounded and likely disfigured," Hegseth said.

West Asia LIVE Updates: "Iran Supreme leader wounded, likely disfigured," claims US War Secy Hegseth US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Friday claimed that Iran`s new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, is "wounded and likely disfigured" in strikes by the US on the country, describing the new leadership in Tehran as "desperate and hiding" amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Speaking alongside the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Caine, during a Pentagon briefing, Hegseth stated that the new leadership was in "no better shape" and questioned the recent statement by the Supreme Leader for its legitimacy, calling it "weak" and unusual for a country with extensive media and surveillance capabilities. (ANI)&nbsp;

West Asia LIVE Updates: "Iran Supreme leader wounded, likely disfigured," claims US War Secy HegsethUS Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Friday claimed that Iran`s new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, is "wounded and likely disfigured" in strikes by the US on the country, describing the new leadership in Tehran as "desperate and hiding" amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Speaking alongside the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Caine, during a Pentagon briefing, Hegseth stated that the new leadership was in "no better shape" and questioned the recent statement by the Supreme Leader for its legitimacy, calling it "weak" and unusual for a country with extensive media and surveillance capabilities. (ANI)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;US fires first precision strike missiles in combat
The US has fired its new Precision Strike Missile for the first time in combat during operations against Iran, marking a milestone in the use of advanced American artillery systems, a top U.S. military official said Thursday. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine revealed the development during a briefing to reporters on the progress of the military campaign. (IANS)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;US fires first precision strike missiles in combat
The US has fired its new Precision Strike Missile for the first time in combat during operations against Iran, marking a milestone in the use of advanced American artillery systems, a top U.S. military official said Thursday. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine revealed the development during a briefing to reporters on the progress of the military campaign. (IANS)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates: 15 crew members safely evacuated from Safesea Vishnu&nbsp;
Mahajan also provided an update on Safesea Vishnu, noting that the 15 crew members had been safely evacuated and efforts are underway to safely bring back the mortal remains of the Indian national, alongside the repatriation of the seafarers. He said, "An update on Safesea Vishnu, which came under attack on the 9th of March near Basra in Iraq. The 15 crew members have been safely evacuated and are currently lodged in a hotel in Basra. Efforts are also underway to transport the mortal remains of the deceased Indian national and for safe repatriation of the 15 rescued seafarers. Our mission team is in Basra and is rendering all assistance."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: 15 crew members safely evacuated from Safesea Vishnu&nbsp;
Mahajan also provided an update on Safesea Vishnu, noting that the 15 crew members had been safely evacuated and efforts are underway to safely bring back the mortal remains of the Indian national, alongside the repatriation of the seafarers. He said, "An update on Safesea Vishnu, which came under attack on the 9th of March near Basra in Iraq. The 15 crew members have been safely evacuated and are currently lodged in a hotel in Basra. Efforts are also underway to transport the mortal remains of the deceased Indian national and for safe repatriation of the 15 rescued seafarers. Our mission team is in Basra and is rendering all assistance."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Two expatriate workers killed after debris from downed drone fell in industrial area&nbsp;
"I wish to share with all of you an incident which has happened in Sohar City in Muscat today. There was an attack, and in this incident, two Indian nationals have died. We express our deepest condolences to their families. Of the 11 injured, 10 are Indians. Out of them, 5 have been discharged after receiving treatment, and 5 others are receiving treatment in local hospitals. None of them are reported to have serious injuries. Our mission is in close touch with the concerned company and local authorities and is rendering all assistance", Mahajan said. Two expatriate workers were killed after debris from a downed drone fell in an industrial area in the Sohar province of Oman, Al Jazeera reported, citing the state news agency.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Two expatriate workers killed after debris from downed drone fell in industrial area&nbsp;
"I wish to share with all of you an incident which has happened in Sohar City in Muscat today. There was an attack, and in this incident, two Indian nationals have died. We express our deepest condolences to their families. Of the 11 injured, 10 are Indians. Out of them, 5 have been discharged after receiving treatment, and 5 others are receiving treatment in local hospitals. None of them are reported to have serious injuries. Our mission is in close touch with the concerned company and local authorities and is rendering all assistance", Mahajan said. Two expatriate workers were killed after debris from a downed drone fell in an industrial area in the Sohar province of Oman, Al Jazeera reported, citing the state news agency.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: `Mission remains in close touch and continues to provide all assistance`
He made the remarks during the Inter-Ministerial Briefing on Recent Developments in West Asia. Mahajan said that of the 10 injured, five had been discharged while others were receiving treatment, with none having serious injuries. He underlined that the mission remains in close touch and continues to provide all assistance.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: `Mission remains in close touch and continues to provide all assistance`
He made the remarks during the Inter-Ministerial Briefing on Recent Developments in West Asia. Mahajan said that of the 10 injured, five had been discharged while others were receiving treatment, with none having serious injuries. He underlined that the mission remains in close touch and continues to provide all assistance.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Two Indians killed, 10 injured after attack in Muscat; mission rendering all assistance, says MEA Aseem Mahajan, Additional Secretary (Gulf), on Friday shared updates about the death of two Indians who passed away in Muscat and also provided an update on Safesea Vishnu, noting that the efforts are underway to repatriate the 15 Indian nationals and also to bring back the mortal remains of the Indian national. (ANI)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Two Indians killed, 10 injured after attack in Muscat; mission rendering all assistance, says MEAAseem Mahajan, Additional Secretary (Gulf), on Friday shared updates about the death of two Indians who passed away in Muscat and also provided an update on Safesea Vishnu, noting that the efforts are underway to repatriate the 15 Indian nationals and also to bring back the mortal remains of the Indian national. (ANI)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Andhra Cabinet forms GoM to study West Asia conflict
The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet on Friday entrusted a group of ministers to analyse the regional repercussions of the ongoing West Asia conflict. Addressing a press conference at the secretariat, I&amp;PR Minister K Parthasarathy said the Group of Ministers (GoM) will closely track the escalations between US and Iran to take necessary measures. He said the group has been tasked with assessing financial strain on the southern state and monitor potential interruptions in the gas and diesel supplies. The minister added that the ministers will establish a priority list for gas distribution, ensuring that educational institutions and hospitals receive preference. The GoM will also decide how to deal with cooking gas issues, he added.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Andhra Cabinet forms GoM to study West Asia conflict
The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet on Friday entrusted a group of ministers to analyse the regional repercussions of the ongoing West Asia conflict. Addressing a press conference at the secretariat, I&amp;PR Minister K Parthasarathy said the Group of Ministers (GoM) will closely track the escalations between US and Iran to take necessary measures. He said the group has been tasked with assessing financial strain on the southern state and monitor potential interruptions in the gas and diesel supplies. The minister added that the ministers will establish a priority list for gas distribution, ensuring that educational institutions and hospitals receive preference. The GoM will also decide how to deal with cooking gas issues, he added.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US defence secretary says Iran`s new supreme leader `is wounded and likely disfigured`
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says Iran`s new supreme leader "is wounded and likely disfigured." Hegseth spoke Friday, a day after Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei released a written statement vowing to continue the war. It was Khamenei`s first statement since he assumed Iran`s top office after the death of his father in an Israeli strike.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US defence secretary says Iran`s new supreme leader `is wounded and likely disfigured`
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says Iran`s new supreme leader "is wounded and likely disfigured." Hegseth spoke Friday, a day after Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei released a written statement vowing to continue the war. It was Khamenei`s first statement since he assumed Iran`s top office after the death of his father in an Israeli strike.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: MCX Crude oil prices could push toward Rs 12,000 if conflict worsens, says Ajay Kedia
MCX crude oil futures could move toward Rs 11,500-Rs 12,000 levels in the coming weeks if global crude prices remain elevated amid rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia, Ajay Suresh Kedia, Director of Kedia Advisory, told ANI on Friday. "We are seeing strong upward pressure on MCX crude oil prices due to the ongoing geopolitical risk premium and currency movement. If Brent crude sustains near $100 per barrel and the rupee weakens toward Rs94 per dollar, MCX crude oil contracts could approach the Rs11,500-Rs12,000 zone," Kedia told ANI in an online interview, highlighting the transmission from international benchmarks to domestic commodity markets. Crude oil futures on the Multi-Commodity Exchange (MCX) closely track global crude benchmarks, particularly Brent and NYMEX WTI, which have surged amid disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz -- a strategic shipping route responsible for nearly 20&#37 of global oil and LNG trade.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: MCX Crude oil prices could push toward Rs 12,000 if conflict worsens, says Ajay Kedia
MCX crude oil futures could move toward Rs 11,500-Rs 12,000 levels in the coming weeks if global crude prices remain elevated amid rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia, Ajay Suresh Kedia, Director of Kedia Advisory, told ANI on Friday. "We are seeing strong upward pressure on MCX crude oil prices due to the ongoing geopolitical risk premium and currency movement. If Brent crude sustains near $100 per barrel and the rupee weakens toward Rs94 per dollar, MCX crude oil contracts could approach the Rs11,500-Rs12,000 zone," Kedia told ANI in an online interview, highlighting the transmission from international benchmarks to domestic commodity markets. Crude oil futures on the Multi-Commodity Exchange (MCX) closely track global crude benchmarks, particularly Brent and NYMEX WTI, which have surged amid disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz -- a strategic shipping route responsible for nearly 20&#37 of global oil and LNG trade.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: 170 Indian nationals cross into Armenia from Iran till date: MEA amid West Asia conflict
The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday confirmed that a total of 170 Indian nationals have crossed from Iran into Armenia through the land border amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. During the Inter-Ministerial Briefing on Recent Developments in West Asia, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said several of the Indian nationals have already returned to India, while others are expected to return in the coming days using commercial flights from Armenia. "I would like to add that from Iran, in the last few days, including today, 170 Indian nationals have crossed through the land border into Armenia. Several of them have already come back to India, and others will be returning over the next few days using commercial flight options available from Armenia to India," Jaiswal said.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: 170 Indian nationals cross into Armenia from Iran till date: MEA amid West Asia conflict
The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday confirmed that a total of 170 Indian nationals have crossed from Iran into Armenia through the land border amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. During the Inter-Ministerial Briefing on Recent Developments in West Asia, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said several of the Indian nationals have already returned to India, while others are expected to return in the coming days using commercial flights from Armenia. "I would like to add that from Iran, in the last few days, including today, 170 Indian nationals have crossed through the land border into Armenia. Several of them have already come back to India, and others will be returning over the next few days using commercial flight options available from Armenia to India," Jaiswal said.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: UAE signals business as usual in Dubai despite Iran`s strikes, sees PM Modi as a potential force for de-escalation
As the conflict in West Asia enters Day 13, the United Arab Emirates has voiced deep concern over the continuing escalation, while stressing that Dubai remains steady, functional, and open for business despite Iranian drone and missile attacks. A well-informed Gulf analyst rejected suggestions that the recent strikes had triggered any meaningful adverse impact on investment flows into Dubai. The analyst said reports claiming that the Emirate`s standing as a global financial and commercial hub had been damaged were exaggerated and did not reflect realities on the ground.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: UAE signals business as usual in Dubai despite Iran`s strikes, sees PM Modi as a potential force for de-escalation
As the conflict in West Asia enters Day 13, the United Arab Emirates has voiced deep concern over the continuing escalation, while stressing that Dubai remains steady, functional, and open for business despite Iranian drone and missile attacks. A well-informed Gulf analyst rejected suggestions that the recent strikes had triggered any meaningful adverse impact on investment flows into Dubai. The analyst said reports claiming that the Emirate`s standing as a global financial and commercial hub had been damaged were exaggerated and did not reflect realities on the ground.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: China to provide USD 200,000 for victims of bomb attack on Iranian school
China on Friday said it will provide USD 200,000 in emergency humanitarian assistance to the students killed in an airstrike on an elementary school in Iran in the ongoing joint US-Israel attacks on the country. China expresses deep condolences regarding the deaths of students in the recent attack on an Iranian elementary school and extends sincere sympathies to their families, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said at a media briefing here. Red Cross Society of China has decided to provide the Iranian Red Crescent Society with USD 200,000 in emergency humanitarian assistance, he said.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: China to provide USD 200,000 for victims of bomb attack on Iranian school
China on Friday said it will provide USD 200,000 in emergency humanitarian assistance to the students killed in an airstrike on an elementary school in Iran in the ongoing joint US-Israel attacks on the country. China expresses deep condolences regarding the deaths of students in the recent attack on an Iranian elementary school and extends sincere sympathies to their families, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said at a media briefing here. Red Cross Society of China has decided to provide the Iranian Red Crescent Society with USD 200,000 in emergency humanitarian assistance, he said.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Govt ensures uninterrupted LPG supply to households, says no need for panic booking
The government on Friday said uninterrupted LPG supply to households has been ensured, and there is no need for panic booking for cylinders. Briefing the media, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, said the domestic production of LPG has already increased by 30 per cent since March 5. "There is no need for panic booking, and there has been no dry out at any LPG dealer," Sharma added.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Govt ensures uninterrupted LPG supply to households, says no need for panic booking
The government on Friday said uninterrupted LPG supply to households has been ensured, and there is no need for panic booking for cylinders. Briefing the media, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, said the domestic production of LPG has already increased by 30 per cent since March 5. "There is no need for panic booking, and there has been no dry out at any LPG dealer," Sharma added.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of targeting homes in airstrikes that kill at least 6 civilians
Afghanistan`s Taliban government accused Pakistan`s military Friday of targeting homes in overnight airstrikes in Kabul and other areas of the country, saying at least six civilians were killed and more than a dozen injured, as fighting between the neighbours entered its third week. Afghan government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said on X that Pakistani aircraft also struck fuel depots belonging to the private airline Kam Air near the airport in Kandahar in southern Afghanistan. "This company supplies fuel to civilian airlines as well as to United Nations aircraft," he said. Meanwhile, Pakistan`s state-run television reported that the country`s armed forces carried out "successful airstrikes inside Afghanistan" as part of the ongoing operation, targeting what it said were four alleged militant hideouts and their support infrastructure in Afghanistan.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of targeting homes in airstrikes that kill at least 6 civilians
Afghanistan`s Taliban government accused Pakistan`s military Friday of targeting homes in overnight airstrikes in Kabul and other areas of the country, saying at least six civilians were killed and more than a dozen injured, as fighting between the neighbours entered its third week. Afghan government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said on X that Pakistani aircraft also struck fuel depots belonging to the private airline Kam Air near the airport in Kandahar in southern Afghanistan. "This company supplies fuel to civilian airlines as well as to United Nations aircraft," he said. Meanwhile, Pakistan`s state-run television reported that the country`s armed forces carried out "successful airstrikes inside Afghanistan" as part of the ongoing operation, targeting what it said were four alleged militant hideouts and their support infrastructure in Afghanistan.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Crude oil futures rise Rs 94 to Rs 8,898/barrel; Brent breaches USD 100
Crude oil prices rose by Rs 94 to Rs 8,898 per barrel in the futures trade on Friday amid the widening conflict in West Asia and energy supply disruptions. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), crude oil for March delivery appreciated by Rs 94, or 1.07 per cent, to Rs 8,898 per barrel in a business turnover of 16,107 lots. The April contract also climbed by Rs 108, or 1.24 per cent, to Rs 8,843 per barrel in 10,880 lots. Analysts said oil prices rose as geopolitical tensions surrounding Iran and disruptions in shipping through the Strait of Hormuz have raised concerns over global supply.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Crude oil futures rise Rs 94 to Rs 8,898/barrel; Brent breaches USD 100
Crude oil prices rose by Rs 94 to Rs 8,898 per barrel in the futures trade on Friday amid the widening conflict in West Asia and energy supply disruptions. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), crude oil for March delivery appreciated by Rs 94, or 1.07 per cent, to Rs 8,898 per barrel in a business turnover of 16,107 lots. The April contract also climbed by Rs 108, or 1.24 per cent, to Rs 8,843 per barrel in 10,880 lots. Analysts said oil prices rose as geopolitical tensions surrounding Iran and disruptions in shipping through the Strait of Hormuz have raised concerns over global supply.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: West Asia conflict: Scindia slams Congress for `negative thinking`, making accusations
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Friday criticised the Congress for "negative thinking" during the West Asia crisis, asserting that while citizens of the country were standing by the government, the Opposition was resorting to making accusations. Speaking to reporters, the Union Minister for Communications said that due to the successful diplomacy under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a vessel carrying oil for India has managed to cross the war-hit Strait of Hormuz.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: West Asia conflict: Scindia slams Congress for `negative thinking`, making accusations
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Friday criticised the Congress for "negative thinking" during the West Asia crisis, asserting that while citizens of the country were standing by the government, the Opposition was resorting to making accusations. Speaking to reporters, the Union Minister for Communications said that due to the successful diplomacy under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a vessel carrying oil for India has managed to cross the war-hit Strait of Hormuz.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: `NATO air defences intercept third ballistic missile over Turkiye since start of Iran war`
NATO defences on Friday intercepted a ballistic missile fired from Iran over Turkiye, the Defense Ministry said. It marked the third such incident since the start of the Iran war. Turkiyes Defence Ministry said the missile was destroyed by NATO air defences deployed in the eastern Mediterranean. Residents in the southern city of Adana reported hearing a loud explosion and sirens sounding at Incirlik Air Base, which is used by US forces, in the early hours of Friday. No casualties were reported. This week, NATO deployed an additional Patriot air defense system in the southeastern province of Malatya, where the Kurecik radar station is based.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: `NATO air defences intercept third ballistic missile over Turkiye since start of Iran war`
NATO defences on Friday intercepted a ballistic missile fired from Iran over Turkiye, the Defense Ministry said. It marked the third such incident since the start of the Iran war. Turkiyes Defence Ministry said the missile was destroyed by NATO air defences deployed in the eastern Mediterranean. Residents in the southern city of Adana reported hearing a loud explosion and sirens sounding at Incirlik Air Base, which is used by US forces, in the early hours of Friday. No casualties were reported. This week, NATO deployed an additional Patriot air defense system in the southeastern province of Malatya, where the Kurecik radar station is based.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: No LPG shortage in Gujarat, more than 4 lakh cylinders in stock, says govt
The Gujarat government on Friday dismissed the Opposition`s claims about an LPG and natural gas shortage triggered by the conflict in West Asia, assuring the legislative assembly that the state has a stock of more than four lakh cylinders. Congress MLAs, earlier in the day, staged a protest outside the assembly complex demanding that LPG cylinders be provided to homemakers at Rs 450. Senior Congress MLA Shailesh Parmar raised the issue in the House, saying concerns have emerged among citizens regarding the availability of LPG, PNG and CNG in the state amid the US-Israel-Iran war.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: No LPG shortage in Gujarat, more than 4 lakh cylinders in stock, says govt
The Gujarat government on Friday dismissed the Opposition`s claims about an LPG and natural gas shortage triggered by the conflict in West Asia, assuring the legislative assembly that the state has a stock of more than four lakh cylinders. Congress MLAs, earlier in the day, staged a protest outside the assembly complex demanding that LPG cylinders be provided to homemakers at Rs 450. Senior Congress MLA Shailesh Parmar raised the issue in the House, saying concerns have emerged among citizens regarding the availability of LPG, PNG and CNG in the state amid the US-Israel-Iran war.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Trump told G7 leaders Iran was about to surrender: Axios Report
US President Trump has told the Group of Seven countries on a call on Wednesday (local time) that Iran was about to surrender, reported Axios, citing officials of three G7 countries who were on the call. The call came before Iran`s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vowed vengeance and urged citizens to continue their fight against the attacks by US and Israel. The Axios report said that President Trump was as confident about the war`s outcome in private as he is in public. However, today, Trump signalled US` intention of going all out in its campaign against Iran`s Islamic regime, warning Iran to watch out for what would happen today and saying that the US was winning the conflict despite what reports claimed.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Trump told G7 leaders Iran was about to surrender: Axios Report
US President Trump has told the Group of Seven countries on a call on Wednesday (local time) that Iran was about to surrender, reported Axios, citing officials of three G7 countries who were on the call. The call came before Iran`s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vowed vengeance and urged citizens to continue their fight against the attacks by US and Israel. The Axios report said that President Trump was as confident about the war`s outcome in private as he is in public. However, today, Trump signalled US` intention of going all out in its campaign against Iran`s Islamic regime, warning Iran to watch out for what would happen today and saying that the US was winning the conflict despite what reports claimed.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: World shares decline, while oil pops above USD 100 a barrel over Iran war worries
World shares retreated on Friday while oil prices again popped above $100 per barrel as anxiety remained over the Iran war and its impact on supplies of crude oil and gas. U.S. futures slipped, with the futures for the S&amp;P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average down 0.3&#37. In early European trading, Britain`s FTSE 100 fell 0.7&#37 to 10,235.29. Germany`s DAX lost 1&#37 to 23,345.90, while France`s CAC 40 dropped 1.2&#37 to 7,887.18. In Asian trading, Tokyo`s Nikkei 225 index slipped 1.2&#37 to 53,819.61. Technology-related stocks saw some of the bigger losses, with SoftBank Group falling 4.5&#37.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: World shares decline, while oil pops above USD 100 a barrel over Iran war worries
World shares retreated on Friday while oil prices again popped above $100 per barrel as anxiety remained over the Iran war and its impact on supplies of crude oil and gas. U.S. futures slipped, with the futures for the S&amp;P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average down 0.3&#37. In early European trading, Britain`s FTSE 100 fell 0.7&#37 to 10,235.29. Germany`s DAX lost 1&#37 to 23,345.90, while France`s CAC 40 dropped 1.2&#37 to 7,887.18. In Asian trading, Tokyo`s Nikkei 225 index slipped 1.2&#37 to 53,819.61. Technology-related stocks saw some of the bigger losses, with SoftBank Group falling 4.5&#37.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Large explosion in Tehran square where demonstrations are happening, says Iranian state television
A large explosion struck Iran`s capital, Tehran, on Friday at a square filled with demonstrators, Iranian state television reported. The explosion hit Ferdowsi Square, just down Enghelab Street from Tehran University, the epicenter of ongoing Quds, or Jerusalem, Day demonstrations. The cause of the blast was not immediately known. Israel had warned it could strike in the area just before the blast. Intense airstrikes began landing around Tehran just before rallies were to begin for the annual Quds Day event in support of Palestinians. Despite the attacks, thousands of people took to the streets chanting "death to Israel" and "death to America": AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Large explosion in Tehran square where demonstrations are happening, says Iranian state television
A large explosion struck Iran`s capital, Tehran, on Friday at a square filled with demonstrators, Iranian state television reported. The explosion hit Ferdowsi Square, just down Enghelab Street from Tehran University, the epicenter of ongoing Quds, or Jerusalem, Day demonstrations. The cause of the blast was not immediately known. Israel had warned it could strike in the area just before the blast. Intense airstrikes began landing around Tehran just before rallies were to begin for the annual Quds Day event in support of Palestinians. Despite the attacks, thousands of people took to the streets chanting "death to Israel" and "death to America": AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: &nbsp;EAM Jaishankar speaks to Iranian counterpart
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi -- their fourth such conversation since the West Asia crisis began -- as New Delhi intensifies efforts to secure safe passage to 28 merchant vessels currently stationed on either side of the Strait of Hormuz. The two foreign ministers held the phone conversation on Thursday night. Jaishankar and Araghchi had spoken on February 28, soon after the US and Israel launched the attack on Iran that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. They also spoke on March 5 and March 10: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: &nbsp;EAM Jaishankar speaks to Iranian counterpart
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi -- their fourth such conversation since the West Asia crisis began -- as New Delhi intensifies efforts to secure safe passage to 28 merchant vessels currently stationed on either side of the Strait of Hormuz. The two foreign ministers held the phone conversation on Thursday night. Jaishankar and Araghchi had spoken on February 28, soon after the US and Israel launched the attack on Iran that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. They also spoke on March 5 and March 10: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Sri Lanka hands over 45 Iranian sailors` bodies to embassy
Sri Lanka on Friday handed over the bodies of 45 sailors killed in an attack on an Iranian warship off the island nation`s coast to Iran`s embassy, the officials said. The Chief Magistrate, Sameera Dodangoda, gave the order on March 11 to the Director of the National Hospital at Karapitiya following a request by the Galle harbour police. Last week on Wednesday, Sri Lanka said it had recovered 84 bodies of Iranian sailors after the US submarine attack sank the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena off Galle on the island`s southern coast: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Sri Lanka hands over 45 Iranian sailors` bodies to embassy
Sri Lanka on Friday handed over the bodies of 45 sailors killed in an attack on an Iranian warship off the island nation`s coast to Iran`s embassy, the officials said. The Chief Magistrate, Sameera Dodangoda, gave the order on March 11 to the Director of the National Hospital at Karapitiya following a request by the Galle harbour police. Last week on Wednesday, Sri Lanka said it had recovered 84 bodies of Iranian sailors after the US submarine attack sank the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena off Galle on the island`s southern coast: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Building in central Dubai hit by debris after missile interception. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/world-news/article/west-asia-war-building-in-central-dubai-hit-by-debris-after-missile-interception-23620663" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Read more...</a>

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West Asia War LIVE Updates: Indian carriers resume flights to Riyadh as MoCA closely monitor air travel situation in West Asia
The Ministry of Civil Aviation on Friday said that it was closely monitoring the evolving situation in the West Asia region and its impact on air travel between India and countries in the region. Airlines are undertaking necessary operational adjustments in view of the prevailing conditions to ensure passenger safety and the orderly conduct of flight operations. In this context, flight operations by Indian carriers to/from Riyadh have resumed from March 12 2026. On the first day of resumption, three services are being operated to Mumbai by Air India and IndiGo, and one service to Calicut by Air India Express, thereby restoring important air connectivity between India and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. During the period February 28 to 11 March 2026, a total of 1,50,457 air passengers travelled from the Gulf countries to India. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/us-israel-attack-iran-flights-between-india-and-riyadh-resume-over-1-5-lakh-passengers-have-arrived-from-gulf-says-moca-23620665" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Read more...</a>

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Indian carriers resume flights to Riyadh as MoCA closely monitor air travel situation in West Asia
The Ministry of Civil Aviation on Friday said that it was closely monitoring the evolving situation in the West Asia region and its impact on air travel between India and countries in the region. Airlines are undertaking necessary operational adjustments in view of the prevailing conditions to ensure passenger safety and the orderly conduct of flight operations. In this context, flight operations by Indian carriers to/from Riyadh have resumed from March 12 2026. On the first day of resumption, three services are being operated to Mumbai by Air India and IndiGo, and one service to Calicut by Air India Express, thereby restoring important air connectivity between India and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. During the period February 28 to 11 March 2026, a total of 1,50,457 air passengers travelled from the Gulf countries to India. Read more...

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Opposition MPs slam Centre`s `denial` of LPG crisis; highlight long queues, common people suffering
Several Members of Parliament on Friday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri for their stance on fuel security. While speaking to the reporters, leaders alleged that the government`s foreign policy has left common citizens struggling for essential energy supplies. Samajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav said, "We are asking the government regarding their arrangements (for LPG)...We can see people in long queues to buy LPG: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Opposition MPs slam Centre`s `denial` of LPG crisis; highlight long queues, common people suffering
Several Members of Parliament on Friday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri for their stance on fuel security. While speaking to the reporters, leaders alleged that the government`s foreign policy has left common citizens struggling for essential energy supplies. Samajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav said, "We are asking the government regarding their arrangements (for LPG)...We can see people in long queues to buy LPG: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Two killed by drone debris in Oman; Sirens heard at Turkiye`s Incirlik Air Base
Two expatriate workers were killed after debris from a downed drone fell in an industrial area in the Sohar province of Oman, Al Jazeera reported, citing the state news agency. Citing a security source, Al Jazeera reported that the drone crashed in the al-Awahi industrial area, resulting in the deaths of two foreign workers and injuries to several others. Another drone was shot down in the Sohar province during the same incident: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Two killed by drone debris in Oman; Sirens heard at Turkiye`s Incirlik Air Base
Two expatriate workers were killed after debris from a downed drone fell in an industrial area in the Sohar province of Oman, Al Jazeera reported, citing the state news agency. Citing a security source, Al Jazeera reported that the drone crashed in the al-Awahi industrial area, resulting in the deaths of two foreign workers and injuries to several others. Another drone was shot down in the Sohar province during the same incident: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Russia, China emerging as economic beneficiaries from ongoing West Asia conflict, says report
Russia and China are emerging as key economic beneficiaries from the ongoing conflict in West Asia, according to a report by Jefferies, which highlighted how rising geopolitical tensions are reshaping global energy and financial dynamics. The report noted that the surge in global oil prices following the escalation in tensions has strengthened Russia`s position in the global energy market. With oil prices rising sharply, Russia stands to gain from increased energy revenues: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Russia, China emerging as economic beneficiaries from ongoing West Asia conflict, says report
Russia and China are emerging as key economic beneficiaries from the ongoing conflict in West Asia, according to a report by Jefferies, which highlighted how rising geopolitical tensions are reshaping global energy and financial dynamics. The report noted that the surge in global oil prices following the escalation in tensions has strengthened Russia`s position in the global energy market. With oil prices rising sharply, Russia stands to gain from increased energy revenues: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: India vital partner to ensure stable oil prices, says US Ambassador Sergio Gor on tensions at Strait of Hormuz
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor has expressed concern over the situation at the Strait of Hormuz that can disrupt the energy supplies as the conflict in West Asia escalates and acknowledged that India plays a "vital role" in keeping oil prices stable around the world: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: India vital partner to ensure stable oil prices, says US Ambassador Sergio Gor on tensions at Strait of Hormuz
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor has expressed concern over the situation at the Strait of Hormuz that can disrupt the energy supplies as the conflict in West Asia escalates and acknowledged that India plays a "vital role" in keeping oil prices stable around the world: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Pak PM expresses full solidarity with Saudi in prevailing situation in Gulf region
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in a "restricted meeting" with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed Pakistan`s "full solidarity and support" for the Kingdom in prevailing challenging conditions in West Asia. The meeting was held on Thursday after PM Sharif dashed to Saudi Arabia in the wake of deteriorating situation in West Asia following US and Israeli attacks on Iran. A statement by the PM Office after the meeting and shared on X by PM`s spokesperson for foreign media Mosharraf Zaidi in early hours of Friday stated that the Prime Minister "held a restricted meeting" with the Saudi de facto ruler Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Pak PM expresses full solidarity with Saudi in prevailing situation in Gulf region
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in a "restricted meeting" with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed Pakistan`s "full solidarity and support" for the Kingdom in prevailing challenging conditions in West Asia. The meeting was held on Thursday after PM Sharif dashed to Saudi Arabia in the wake of deteriorating situation in West Asia following US and Israeli attacks on Iran. A statement by the PM Office after the meeting and shared on X by PM`s spokesperson for foreign media Mosharraf Zaidi in early hours of Friday stated that the Prime Minister "held a restricted meeting" with the Saudi de facto ruler Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Watch what happens to these scumbags, says Donald Trump
US President Donald Trump on Friday signalled the US intention of going all out in its campaign against Iran`s Islamic regime, warning Iran to watch out for what would happen today and saying that the US was winning the conflict despite what reports claimed. "We are totally destroying the terrorist regime of Iran, militarily, economically, and otherwise, yet, if you read the Failing New York Times, you would incorrectly think that we are not winning. Iran`s Navy is gone, their Air Force is no longer, missiles, drones and everything else are being decimated, and their leaders have been wiped from the face of the earth. We have unparalleled firepower, unlimited ammunition, and plenty of time - Watch what happens to these deranged scumbags today. They`ve been killing innocent people all over the world for 47 years, and now I, as the 47th President of the United States of America, am killing them. What a great honour it is to do so," Trump said in a post on Truth Social: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Watch what happens to these scumbags, says Donald Trump
US President Donald Trump on Friday signalled the US intention of going all out in its campaign against Iran`s Islamic regime, warning Iran to watch out for what would happen today and saying that the US was winning the conflict despite what reports claimed. "We are totally destroying the terrorist regime of Iran, militarily, economically, and otherwise, yet, if you read the Failing New York Times, you would incorrectly think that we are not winning. Iran`s Navy is gone, their Air Force is no longer, missiles, drones and everything else are being decimated, and their leaders have been wiped from the face of the earth. We have unparalleled firepower, unlimited ammunition, and plenty of time - Watch what happens to these deranged scumbags today. They`ve been killing innocent people all over the world for 47 years, and now I, as the 47th President of the United States of America, am killing them. What a great honour it is to do so," Trump said in a post on Truth Social: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Arvind Kejriwal questions PM Modi as West Asia conflict persists
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Friday questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi about the status of the Iranian leadership`s stance on the transit of Indian vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. "Will countrymen soon be rid of serious crisis?": Arvind Kejriwal questions PM Modi after talk with Iran President. Kejriwal took to X to ask the PM if the Iranian leadership has provided any concrete assurance, stating, "Prime Minister ji, has the President of Iran assured you that they will allow our ships to pass through Hormuz? Will the countrymen soon be rid of this serious crisis?": ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Arvind Kejriwal questions PM Modi as West Asia conflict persists
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Friday questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi about the status of the Iranian leadership`s stance on the transit of Indian vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. "Will countrymen soon be rid of serious crisis?": Arvind Kejriwal questions PM Modi after talk with Iran President. Kejriwal took to X to ask the PM if the Iranian leadership has provided any concrete assurance, stating, "Prime Minister ji, has the President of Iran assured you that they will allow our ships to pass through Hormuz? Will the countrymen soon be rid of this serious crisis?": ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Lok Sabha adjourned till 12 noon amid Opposition protests
Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned till 12 noon on Friday amid protests by Opposition members over the LPG supply situation and price hike. Speaker Om Birla warned the Opposition members against disrupting the Question Hour and asserted that it is everyone`s responsibility to protect the dignity and sanctity of Parliament, both inside and outside the House. As soon as the House met for the day, the Opposition members sought to raise the issue of LPG supply situation and price hike: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Lok Sabha adjourned till 12 noon amid Opposition protests
Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned till 12 noon on Friday amid protests by Opposition members over the LPG supply situation and price hike. Speaker Om Birla warned the Opposition members against disrupting the Question Hour and asserted that it is everyone`s responsibility to protect the dignity and sanctity of Parliament, both inside and outside the House. As soon as the House met for the day, the Opposition members sought to raise the issue of LPG supply situation and price hike: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran-US conflict: Debris from intercepted aerial threat falls on building in Dubai city centre; Saudi Arabia downs drones in Al-Kharj
Dubai authorities confirmed on Friday that debris from an intercepted aerial threat caused minor damage to a building in the city centre, while Saudi Arabia reported the interception of multiple drones in various parts of the kingdom as tensions rise across West Asia. Officials in Dubai said fragments from a successful interception fell onto a building facade in the city centre but did not cause any injuries. "Authorities confirm that debris from a successful interception caused a minor incident on the facade of a building in central Dubai. No injuries have been reported," the Dubai Media Office said: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran-US conflict: Debris from intercepted aerial threat falls on building in Dubai city centre; Saudi Arabia downs drones in Al-Kharj
Dubai authorities confirmed on Friday that debris from an intercepted aerial threat caused minor damage to a building in the city centre, while Saudi Arabia reported the interception of multiple drones in various parts of the kingdom as tensions rise across West Asia. Officials in Dubai said fragments from a successful interception fell onto a building facade in the city centre but did not cause any injuries. "Authorities confirm that debris from a successful interception caused a minor incident on the facade of a building in central Dubai. No injuries have been reported," the Dubai Media Office said: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: UK Maritime Organisation says threat environment across Arabian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz remains critical
UK Maritime Organisation has said that the regional maritime threat environment across the Arabian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Gulf of Oman remains Critical. According to UKMTO, since March 1 more than twenty maritime incidents involving commercial vessels and offshore infrastructure have been reported across the Arabian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Gulf of Oman: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: UK Maritime Organisation says threat environment across Arabian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz remains critical
UK Maritime Organisation has said that the regional maritime threat environment across the Arabian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Gulf of Oman remains Critical. According to UKMTO, since March 1 more than twenty maritime incidents involving commercial vessels and offshore infrastructure have been reported across the Arabian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Gulf of Oman: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Chidambaram slams Centre for co-sponsoring UNSC resolution condemning Iran
Senior Congress leader and Rajya Sabha MP, P. Chidambaram, on Friday strongly criticised the Centre for co-sponsoring the United Nations Security Council resolution condemning Iran`s attacks against its regional neighbours amid the West Asia conflict. In an X post, Chidambaram called India`s foreign policy "one-sided", alleging New Delhi has sided with the United States and Israel while not condemning their strikes killing Iranians: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Chidambaram slams Centre for co-sponsoring UNSC resolution condemning Iran
Senior Congress leader and Rajya Sabha MP, P. Chidambaram, on Friday strongly criticised the Centre for co-sponsoring the United Nations Security Council resolution condemning Iran`s attacks against its regional neighbours amid the West Asia conflict. In an X post, Chidambaram called India`s foreign policy "one-sided", alleging New Delhi has sided with the United States and Israel while not condemning their strikes killing Iranians: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran war and rising fuel costs could boost Panama Canal traffic, administrator says
Panama Canal Administrator Ricaurte Vasquez said Thursday that the conflict in the Middle East and rising fuel costs could ultimately benefit the interoceanic waterway as global shippers adjust routes. In an interview with The Associated Press, Vasquez said that higher energy, fuel and navigation costs could make the Panama Canal a more attractive option for commercial traffic: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran war and rising fuel costs could boost Panama Canal traffic, administrator says
Panama Canal Administrator Ricaurte Vasquez said Thursday that the conflict in the Middle East and rising fuel costs could ultimately benefit the interoceanic waterway as global shippers adjust routes. In an interview with The Associated Press, Vasquez said that higher energy, fuel and navigation costs could make the Panama Canal a more attractive option for commercial traffic: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US allows countries to buy Russian oil stranded at sea to ease energy markets amid crisis
The United States has allowed countries to purchase Russian oil currently stranded at sea in a temporary move aimed at easing pressure in global energy markets following disruptions caused by the West Asia crisis. According to Scott Bessent, US Treasury Secretary, the decision is part of efforts by the administration of Donald Trump to stabilise global oil markets and contain rising fuel prices. In a social media post, Bessent said the measure would help increase the global availability of oil supply amid geopolitical tensions affecting energy markets: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US allows countries to buy Russian oil stranded at sea to ease energy markets amid crisis
The United States has allowed countries to purchase Russian oil currently stranded at sea in a temporary move aimed at easing pressure in global energy markets following disruptions caused by the West Asia crisis. According to Scott Bessent, US Treasury Secretary, the decision is part of efforts by the administration of Donald Trump to stabilise global oil markets and contain rising fuel prices. In a social media post, Bessent said the measure would help increase the global availability of oil supply amid geopolitical tensions affecting energy markets: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran`s no-nuclear-weapons proposal rejected as US didn`t grasp technical details, says Seyed Abbas Araghchi
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Friday claimed that American negotiators dismissed Iran`s proposal aimed at ensuring "no nuclear weapons" because they failed to grasp its technical details. He said that Iran had proposed mechanisms to ensure there would be "no nuclear weapons", but the idea was rejected because US counterparts "didn`t grasp the technical details". In a post on X, Araghchi said, "Factual knowledge matters. Case 1: Iran`s proposal to ensure NO NUCLEAR WEAPONS was dismissed because US counterparts didn`t grasp the technical details": ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran`s no-nuclear-weapons proposal rejected as US didn`t grasp technical details, says Seyed Abbas Araghchi
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Friday claimed that American negotiators dismissed Iran`s proposal aimed at ensuring "no nuclear weapons" because they failed to grasp its technical details. He said that Iran had proposed mechanisms to ensure there would be "no nuclear weapons", but the idea was rejected because US counterparts "didn`t grasp the technical details". In a post on X, Araghchi said, "Factual knowledge matters. Case 1: Iran`s proposal to ensure NO NUCLEAR WEAPONS was dismissed because US counterparts didn`t grasp the technical details": ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Crisis in Middle East grave threat to international peace, security, warns Antonio Guterres
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday expressed serious concern over the escalating crisis in West Asia, warning that the situation poses a major threat to global peace and security. In a post on X, Guterres said the unfolding conflict has caused immense suffering for civilians and urged all sides to move towards de-escalation and dialogue. "The unfolding crisis in the Middle East constitutes a grave threat to international peace and security and has caused immense suffering for civilians," he said: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Crisis in Middle East grave threat to international peace, security, warns Antonio Guterres
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday expressed serious concern over the escalating crisis in West Asia, warning that the situation poses a major threat to global peace and security. In a post on X, Guterres said the unfolding conflict has caused immense suffering for civilians and urged all sides to move towards de-escalation and dialogue. "The unfolding crisis in the Middle East constitutes a grave threat to international peace and security and has caused immense suffering for civilians," he said: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US KC-135 refuelling aircraft lost during Operation Epic Fury in Iraq, says US Central Command
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) on Thursday (local time) confirmed the loss of a US Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker refuelling aircraft over Iraq while supporting military operations, according to an official press release. According to a press release issued by CENTCOM, the incident occurred in friendly airspace during Operation Epic Fury: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US KC-135 refuelling aircraft lost during Operation Epic Fury in Iraq, says US Central Command
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) on Thursday (local time) confirmed the loss of a US Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker refuelling aircraft over Iraq while supporting military operations, according to an official press release. According to a press release issued by CENTCOM, the incident occurred in friendly airspace during Operation Epic Fury: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Trump says US military "unsurpassed" amid conflict with Iran
President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) said the situation involving Iran was progressing "very rapidly" and praised the strength of the United States military. Speaking at the Women`s History Month event at the White House, the US president said American forces were performing strongly and suggested that current actions were addressing long-standing issues with Iran: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Trump says US military "unsurpassed" amid conflict with Iran
President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) said the situation involving Iran was progressing "very rapidly" and praised the strength of the United States military. Speaking at the Women`s History Month event at the White House, the US president said American forces were performing strongly and suggested that current actions were addressing long-standing issues with Iran: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Hardeep Singh Puri reiterates India`s energy supplies fully assured
Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Thursday assured Parliament that India`s energy supplies remain secure despite major global disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia and subsequent closure of the Strait of Hormuz. In his statement in the Lok Sabha, Puri said the government has taken multiple measures to safeguard the country`s energy security and ensure the uninterrupted availability of petroleum products, cooking gas, and natural gas: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Hardeep Singh Puri reiterates India`s energy supplies fully assured
Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Thursday assured Parliament that India`s energy supplies remain secure despite major global disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia and subsequent closure of the Strait of Hormuz. In his statement in the Lok Sabha, Puri said the government has taken multiple measures to safeguard the country`s energy security and ensure the uninterrupted availability of petroleum products, cooking gas, and natural gas: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US defends Israel against South Africa`s allegation of genocide filed to top UN court
The United States will intervene in the genocide case against Israel brought at the United Nations` highest court by South Africa, arguing that the accusations are false and warning that a ruling against Israel could undermine international law. The International Court of Justice is considering whether Israel`s military operation in Gaza to crush Hamas amounts to genocide under a treaty drawn up after World War II. Israel, which was founded in the aftermath of the Holocaust, has vehemently denied the allegations: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US defends Israel against South Africa`s allegation of genocide filed to top UN court
The United States will intervene in the genocide case against Israel brought at the United Nations` highest court by South Africa, arguing that the accusations are false and warning that a ruling against Israel could undermine international law. The International Court of Justice is considering whether Israel`s military operation in Gaza to crush Hamas amounts to genocide under a treaty drawn up after World War II. Israel, which was founded in the aftermath of the Holocaust, has vehemently denied the allegations: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Oil jumps to USD 100 per barrel, stocks sink worldwide with no clear end in sight for Iran war
Worries about the war with Iran sent oil prices back to USD 100 per barrel and stocks sinking worldwide. The S&amp;P 500 fell 1.5 per cent Thursday and returned to big swings following a couple days of relative calm. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 1.6 per cent, and the Nasdaq composite sank 1.8 per cent. The centre of action was again the oil market, where the price of a barrel of Brent crude got as high as USD 101.59. Treasury yields climbed in the bond market on worries about higher inflation and fewer cuts to interest rates by the Federal Reserve: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Oil jumps to USD 100 per barrel, stocks sink worldwide with no clear end in sight for Iran war
Worries about the war with Iran sent oil prices back to USD 100 per barrel and stocks sinking worldwide. The S&amp;P 500 fell 1.5 per cent Thursday and returned to big swings following a couple days of relative calm. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 1.6 per cent, and the Nasdaq composite sank 1.8 per cent. The centre of action was again the oil market, where the price of a barrel of Brent crude got as high as USD 101.59. Treasury yields climbed in the bond market on worries about higher inflation and fewer cuts to interest rates by the Federal Reserve: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Netanyahu says Israeli strikes have killed top nuclear scientists Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israeli attacks have killed top Iranian nuclear scientists. Speaking Thursday night at a news conference, Netanyahu denounced Iran`s new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, as a "puppet of the Revolutionary Guards" who cannot appear in public. And he addressed the Iranian people, saying the moment for a "new path of freedom" was approaching and that Israel stands with them. "But at the end of the day, it depends on you. It is in your hands," he said: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Netanyahu says Israeli strikes have killed top nuclear scientistsIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israeli attacks have killed top Iranian nuclear scientists. Speaking Thursday night at a news conference, Netanyahu denounced Iran`s new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, as a "puppet of the Revolutionary Guards" who cannot appear in public. And he addressed the Iranian people, saying the moment for a "new path of freedom" was approaching and that Israel stands with them. "But at the end of the day, it depends on you. It is in your hands," he said: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US Democrats step up attack on Trump&rsquo;s Iran war
Senate Democrats stepped up their attack on President Donald Trump&rsquo;s war in Iran, calling the conflict illegal, costly, and constitutionally unsound, while pressing for public testimony from top administration officials. The sharpest criticism came from Senator Tim Kaine, a member of the Senate Armed Services and Senate Foreign Relations Committees, who said the United States had been drawn into a war without congressional authorisation and with growing costs at home and abroad: IANS

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US Democrats step up attack on Trump&rsquo;s Iran war
Senate Democrats stepped up their attack on President Donald Trump&rsquo;s war in Iran, calling the conflict illegal, costly, and constitutionally unsound, while pressing for public testimony from top administration officials. The sharpest criticism came from Senator Tim Kaine, a member of the Senate Armed Services and Senate Foreign Relations Committees, who said the United States had been drawn into a war without congressional authorisation and with growing costs at home and abroad: IANS

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Benjamin Netanyahu says, `No life insurance for Mojtaba Khamene`
Asserting that the joint US-Israel campaign against Iran is "going better than expected" and Israel is "stronger than ever", Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday said there was "no life insurance" for Iran`s newly chosen Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. (PTI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Benjamin Netanyahu says, `No life insurance for Mojtaba Khamene`
Asserting that the joint US-Israel campaign against Iran is "going better than expected" and Israel is "stronger than ever", Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday said there was "no life insurance" for Iran`s newly chosen Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. (PTI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Emirates flight from Dubai delayed, arrives in Chennai an hour late amid West Asia conflict
A flight operated by Emirates from Dubai arrived at Chennai International Airport early hours on Friday with a delay of about one hour after its departure was postponed.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Emirates flight from Dubai delayed, arrives in Chennai an hour late amid West Asia conflict
A flight operated by Emirates from Dubai arrived at Chennai International Airport early hours on Friday with a delay of about one hour after its departure was postponed.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Indian Oil assures adequate availability of petrol, diesel in Tamil Nadu
Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (Indian Oil) on Thursday assured the public that adequate stocks of Petrol and Diesel are available across Tamil Nadu, and supplies to retail outlets are continuing smoothly. (ANI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Indian Oil assures adequate availability of petrol, diesel in Tamil Nadu
Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (Indian Oil) on Thursday assured the public that adequate stocks of Petrol and Diesel are available across Tamil Nadu, and supplies to retail outlets are continuing smoothly. (ANI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US military refuelling plane goes down in Iraq, rescue is underway
An American military refuelling plane went down in Iraq and rescue efforts were underway, US Central Command said Thursday. The KC-135 aircraft was part of the operation against Iran, but the crash was not due to hostile fire or friendly fire, the military said in a statement. US Central Command, which oversees the Middle East, said that two aircraft were involved and that one landed safely and the other went down in western Iraq. It described the latter as "a loss."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US military refuelling plane goes down in Iraq, rescue is underway
An American military refuelling plane went down in Iraq and rescue efforts were underway, US Central Command said Thursday. The KC-135 aircraft was part of the operation against Iran, but the crash was not due to hostile fire or friendly fire, the military said in a statement. US Central Command, which oversees the Middle East, said that two aircraft were involved and that one landed safely and the other went down in western Iraq. It described the latter as "a loss."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Friday claimed that Iran`s new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, is "wounded and likely disfigured" in strikes by the US on the country, describing the new leadership in Tehran as "desperate and hiding" amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. We are closing the LIVE blog now

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Earlier on Thursday, the new Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, in his first address, vowed vengeance 

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