West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;European nations say Israel, Hezbollah fighting 'must cease'
Eighteen European countries on Thursday urged Israel and Hezbollah to stop fighting as their latest conflict reached one month and with fears over Israeli plans to control part of southern Lebanon post-war. "Israeli military operations in Lebanon and Hezbollah's attacks must cease," the foreign ministers of the countries including Italy, Spain, Belgium, Poland and Ireland said in a joint statement. (AFP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;European nations say Israel, Hezbollah fighting 'must cease'
Eighteen European countries on Thursday urged Israel and Hezbollah to stop fighting as their latest conflict reached one month and with fears over Israeli plans to control part of southern Lebanon post-war. "Israeli military operations in Lebanon and Hezbollah's attacks must cease," the foreign ministers of the countries including Italy, Spain, Belgium, Poland and Ireland said in a joint statement. (AFP)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: No shortage of gas, govt's arrangements lacking, says Kamal Nath; BJP uses remark to corner Congress Senior Congress leader Kamal Nath on Thursday said there is no shortage of gas in the country but the government's arrangements on the issue are lacking amid the West Asia crisis. The BJP immediately used Nath's "no shortage of gas" statement to train its guns on the Congress, accusing the opposition party of misleading the public and instilling fear to gain political mileage. (PTI)

West Asia War LIVE Updates: No shortage of gas, govt's arrangements lacking, says Kamal Nath; BJP uses remark to corner CongressSenior Congress leader Kamal Nath on Thursday said there is no shortage of gas in the country but the government's arrangements on the issue are lacking amid the West Asia crisis. The BJP immediately used Nath's "no shortage of gas" statement to train its guns on the Congress, accusing the opposition party of misleading the public and instilling fear to gain political mileage. (PTI) 

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Govt to roll out new measures to support exporters amid West Asia conflict, says Piyush Goyal
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday said the government is preparing a fresh set of measures to help Indian exporters navigate disruptions in global trade caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia. He indicated that several decisions are currently under consideration across ministries and are likely to be announced soon. (IANS)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Govt to roll out new measures to support exporters amid West Asia conflict, says Piyush Goyal
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday said the government is preparing a fresh set of measures to help Indian exporters navigate disruptions in global trade caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia. He indicated that several decisions are currently under consideration across ministries and are likely to be announced soon. (IANS)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;At meet on Hormuz crisis, Britain urges joint 'diplomatic, economic pressures' on Iran
Britain&rsquo;s Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper called on Thursday for joint action to exert diplomatic and economic pressures to open the Strait of Hormuz, which has been &ldquo;hijacked&rdquo; by Iran. Speaking at the meeting of about 40 countries, including India, convened from London on the Strait, she said, "We have seen Iran hijack an international shipping route to hold the global economy hostage&rdquo;. (IANS)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates:&nbsp;At meet on Hormuz crisis, Britain urges joint 'diplomatic, economic pressures' on Iran
Britain&rsquo;s Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper called on Thursday for joint action to exert diplomatic and economic pressures to open the Strait of Hormuz, which has been &ldquo;hijacked&rdquo; by Iran. Speaking at the meeting of about 40 countries, including India, convened from London on the Strait, she said, "We have seen Iran hijack an international shipping route to hold the global economy hostage&rdquo;. (IANS)&nbsp;

West Asia War LIVE Updates: India has efficiently managed situation arising out of Gulf war, Cong trying to spread panic: PM
As the West Asia war rages, India has successfully kept the situation under control with its strong foreign policy and collective strength of citizens, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday and accused the Congress of attempting to exploit the conflict for domestic political gains. Like "Rajneeti ke gidh" (vultures of politics), the Congress is attempting to exploit the West Asia conflict by triggering panic among people for political gains though India has managed the situation arising out of the more than month-long war effectively, he asserted.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: India has efficiently managed situation arising out of Gulf war, Cong trying to spread panic: PM
As the West Asia war rages, India has successfully kept the situation under control with its strong foreign policy and collective strength of citizens, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday and accused the Congress of attempting to exploit the conflict for domestic political gains. Like "Rajneeti ke gidh" (vultures of politics), the Congress is attempting to exploit the West Asia conflict by triggering panic among people for political gains though India has managed the situation arising out of the more than month-long war effectively, he asserted.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: China, Pak propose peace plan for West Asia, call for 'immediate' end to hostilities
China and Pakistan on Tuesday put forward a five-point proposal to end the West Asia conflict, calling for the restoration of peace and stability in the Gulf region and safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. The peace proposal was put forward after Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks with Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, who undertook a one-day visit to Beijing to discuss regional developments.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: China, Pak propose peace plan for West Asia, call for 'immediate' end to hostilities
China and Pakistan on Tuesday put forward a five-point proposal to end the West Asia conflict, calling for the restoration of peace and stability in the Gulf region and safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. The peace proposal was put forward after Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks with Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, who undertook a one-day visit to Beijing to discuss regional developments.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Hormuz Strait disruptions have caused huge economic impact, energy instability in region: Navy chief
The Strait of Hormuz disruptions have caused severe economic impact and energy instability in the region, Indian Navy chief Admiral D K Tripathi said on Thursday amid the war in West Asia. The admiral said competition at sea is no longer confined to oil and energy. It is expanding to resources that will shape future growth, he asserted. The West Asia crisis began on February 28 after a joint attack by the US and Israel on Iran.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Hormuz Strait disruptions have caused huge economic impact, energy instability in region: Navy chief
The Strait of Hormuz disruptions have caused severe economic impact and energy instability in the region, Indian Navy chief Admiral D K Tripathi said on Thursday amid the war in West Asia. The admiral said competition at sea is no longer confined to oil and energy. It is expanding to resources that will shape future growth, he asserted. The West Asia crisis began on February 28 after a joint attack by the US and Israel on Iran.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Macron says military option to reopen Strait of Hormuz is 'unrealistic'
French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday said France considers it "unrealistic" to reopen the Strait of Hormuz through a military operation. "There are people who advocate the idea of the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz by force, through a military operation, a position that has at times been expressed by the United States," Macron told reporters during a visit to South Korea. "That has never been the option we have chosen, and we consider it unrealistic." Macron said a military operation "would take an infinite amount of time and would expose anyone passing through the strait to coastal threats from (Iran's) Revolutionary Guard, who has capabilities, ballistic missiles and many other risks."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Macron says military option to reopen Strait of Hormuz is 'unrealistic'
French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday said France considers it "unrealistic" to reopen the Strait of Hormuz through a military operation. "There are people who advocate the idea of the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz by force, through a military operation, a position that has at times been expressed by the United States," Macron told reporters during a visit to South Korea. "That has never been the option we have chosen, and we consider it unrealistic." Macron said a military operation "would take an infinite amount of time and would expose anyone passing through the strait to coastal threats from (Iran's) Revolutionary Guard, who has capabilities, ballistic missiles and many other risks."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran fires missiles at Israel, Gulf neighbours as Trump talks of winding down West Asia war
Iran fired more missiles at Israel and Gulf Arab states Thursday, demonstrating Tehran's continued ability to attack even as US President Donald Trump claimed the threat from the country was nearly eliminated and predicted the war would end soon. Iran's strikes on its neighbours along with its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz have disrupted the world's energy supplies with effects far beyond West Asia. That has proved to be Iran's greatest strategic advantage in the war. Britain planned to hold a call with nearly three dozen countries about how to reopen the strait, through which 20 per cent of all traded oil passes in peacetime, once the fighting is over.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran fires missiles at Israel, Gulf neighbours as Trump talks of winding down West Asia war
Iran fired more missiles at Israel and Gulf Arab states Thursday, demonstrating Tehran's continued ability to attack even as US President Donald Trump claimed the threat from the country was nearly eliminated and predicted the war would end soon. Iran's strikes on its neighbours along with its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz have disrupted the world's energy supplies with effects far beyond West Asia. That has proved to be Iran's greatest strategic advantage in the war. Britain planned to hold a call with nearly three dozen countries about how to reopen the strait, through which 20 per cent of all traded oil passes in peacetime, once the fighting is over.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: India evacuates around 1,200 nationals from Iran via Armenia, Azerbaijan: MEA
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday said that more than 1,200 Indian nationals have been safely evacuated from Iran amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Addressing an inter-ministerial briefing in the national capital, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the evacuation is being carried out through Armenia and Azerbaijan with the Centre closely coordinating efforts on the ground. According to Jaiswal, "Some 1200 Indian nationals have been evacuated out of which 845 are students."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: India evacuates around 1,200 nationals from Iran via Armenia, Azerbaijan: MEA
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday said that more than 1,200 Indian nationals have been safely evacuated from Iran amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Addressing an inter-ministerial briefing in the national capital, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the evacuation is being carried out through Armenia and Azerbaijan with the Centre closely coordinating efforts on the ground. According to Jaiswal, "Some 1200 Indian nationals have been evacuated out of which 845 are students."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Over 6 lakh passengers return to India amid West Asia conflict, says govt
A senior official from the Government of India informed on Thursday that over 6 lakh passengers have returned to India from the West Asia region amid the developing security situation as the conflict between US-Israel and Iran enters its second month now. He also provided an update on the Indian national injured in the UAE yesterday and underlined that the safety, security and welfare of the Indian community in the region remains the government's utmost priority. Aseem R Mahajan, Additional Secretary (Gulf) at the Ministry of External Affairs, shared the update during the inter-ministerial briefing in the national capital.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Over 6 lakh passengers return to India amid West Asia conflict, says govt
A senior official from the Government of India informed on Thursday that over 6 lakh passengers have returned to India from the West Asia region amid the developing security situation as the conflict between US-Israel and Iran enters its second month now. He also provided an update on the Indian national injured in the UAE yesterday and underlined that the safety, security and welfare of the Indian community in the region remains the government's utmost priority. Aseem R Mahajan, Additional Secretary (Gulf) at the Ministry of External Affairs, shared the update during the inter-ministerial briefing in the national capital.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: "Military means cannot fundamentally solve any issue": China reacts to Trump's "bring Iran back to stone ages" remarks
China on Thursday responded to the recent "bring them back to the stone ages" remarks made by US President Donald Trump against Iran, stressing that escalation will not resolve the conflict, China Daily reported. "Military means cannot fundamentally solve any issue, and escalation of the conflict does not serve any party's interest," China Daily quoted Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning as saying. The response came after Trump said the United States was going to "hit Iran extremely hard over the next two or three weeks", raising concerns over further escalation in West Asia.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: "Military means cannot fundamentally solve any issue": China reacts to Trump's "bring Iran back to stone ages" remarks
China on Thursday responded to the recent "bring them back to the stone ages" remarks made by US President Donald Trump against Iran, stressing that escalation will not resolve the conflict, China Daily reported. "Military means cannot fundamentally solve any issue, and escalation of the conflict does not serve any party's interest," China Daily quoted Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning as saying. The response came after Trump said the United States was going to "hit Iran extremely hard over the next two or three weeks", raising concerns over further escalation in West Asia.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: "Hope PM Modi would advocate to end war": Owaisi on Trump's speech on Iran war
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Thursday reacted to US President Donald Trump's address to the nation, stating that Trump will now carry out a "military invasion" and expressed hope that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would step up efforts to end the Iran war. The Hyderabad MP noted the impact of the prolonged Israel-Iran war on the Indians living in the Gulf countries. Speaking with ANI, Owaisi said, "Donald Trump will now carry out a military invasion there... It has become difficult to get commercial gas... Now, India will face even more issues. It is very problematic as many Indian citizens work in the GCC countries. We still hope that the Prime Minister (Narendra Modi) would advocate to end the war, as it is very important..."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: "Hope PM Modi would advocate to end war": Owaisi on Trump's speech on Iran war
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Thursday reacted to US President Donald Trump's address to the nation, stating that Trump will now carry out a "military invasion" and expressed hope that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would step up efforts to end the Iran war. The Hyderabad MP noted the impact of the prolonged Israel-Iran war on the Indians living in the Gulf countries. Speaking with ANI, Owaisi said, "Donald Trump will now carry out a military invasion there... It has become difficult to get commercial gas... Now, India will face even more issues. It is very problematic as many Indian citizens work in the GCC countries. We still hope that the Prime Minister (Narendra Modi) would advocate to end the war, as it is very important..."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Oil rises 7&#37, world shares fall after Trump says US will hit Iran hard, 'finish the job'
Oil rose more than 7&#37 and world shares fell after President Donald Trump said in his first national address since the Iran war began that the US will continue to hit Iran very hard. Trump also said in his Wednesday night speech that the United States will "finish the job" in Iran soon as "core strategic objectives are nearing completion" and military operations could wrap up soon. "We are going to hit them extremely hard over the next two to three weeks. We're going to bring them back to the Stone Ages, where they belong," Trump said in his address.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Oil rises 7&#37, world shares fall after Trump says US will hit Iran hard, 'finish the job'
Oil rose more than 7&#37 and world shares fell after President Donald Trump said in his first national address since the Iran war began that the US will continue to hit Iran very hard. Trump also said in his Wednesday night speech that the United States will "finish the job" in Iran soon as "core strategic objectives are nearing completion" and military operations could wrap up soon. "We are going to hit them extremely hard over the next two to three weeks. We're going to bring them back to the Stone Ages, where they belong," Trump said in his address.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Australian PM "not clear" on what more needs to be achieved in Iran after Trump claims of degrading Tehran's military capabilities
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Thursday said it still remains "not clear" what further objectives need to be achieved in Iran, following claims by US President Donald Trump that Tehran's military capabilities have been significantly degraded. Speaking at the National Press Club in Australia, Albanese described the ongoing conflict in West Asia as a "testing time" for his country, citing its far-reaching economic consequences, particularly due to the energy crisis in the country due to the viral blockage of the Strait of Hormuz.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Australian PM "not clear" on what more needs to be achieved in Iran after Trump claims of degrading Tehran's military capabilities
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Thursday said it still remains "not clear" what further objectives need to be achieved in Iran, following claims by US President Donald Trump that Tehran's military capabilities have been significantly degraded. Speaking at the National Press Club in Australia, Albanese described the ongoing conflict in West Asia as a "testing time" for his country, citing its far-reaching economic consequences, particularly due to the energy crisis in the country due to the viral blockage of the Strait of Hormuz.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: War-risk insurance costs add to Airlines woes amid West Asia crisis
The ongoing West Asia crisis is beginning to impact aviation economics, with airlines now facing rising war-risk insurance costs. The conflict is not only disrupting global energy markets but also increasing the cost of operating flights in sensitive airspaces, as insurers move to price in elevated geopolitical risks. On the question of whether war-risk insurance has gone up post the West-Asia crisis, an airline industry source told ANI that "Previously, Indian carriers did not have dedicated war risk insurance coverage. However, due to the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict, insurers have introduced war risk premiums for flights operating in the affected region".

West Asia War LIVE Updates: War-risk insurance costs add to Airlines woes amid West Asia crisis
The ongoing West Asia crisis is beginning to impact aviation economics, with airlines now facing rising war-risk insurance costs. The conflict is not only disrupting global energy markets but also increasing the cost of operating flights in sensitive airspaces, as insurers move to price in elevated geopolitical risks. On the question of whether war-risk insurance has gone up post the West-Asia crisis, an airline industry source told ANI that "Previously, Indian carriers did not have dedicated war risk insurance coverage. However, due to the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict, insurers have introduced war risk premiums for flights operating in the affected region".

West Asia War LIVE Updates: India must take lead in mobilising Global South to bring peace in West Asia: Anand Sharma
Amid the escalating West Asia conflict, senior Congress leader Anand Sharma urged India on Thursday to take the lead in mobilising the Global South and strategic-partner countries to collectively work towards the restoration of peace and order in the region. In a statement, the former Union minister also called for national unity and said a mature response guided by national interests is the need of the hour. "The world cannot remain a mute spectator to the collapse of rule based multilateral order and global crisis management mechanism. India has throughout history commanded respect for its moral authority and commitment to peace. There is much at stake, especially the future of the younger generation. India must endeavour to mobilise the global south and strategic partner countries to collectively work for restoration of peace and order," Sharma said.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: India must take lead in mobilising Global South to bring peace in West Asia: Anand Sharma
Amid the escalating West Asia conflict, senior Congress leader Anand Sharma urged India on Thursday to take the lead in mobilising the Global South and strategic-partner countries to collectively work towards the restoration of peace and order in the region. In a statement, the former Union minister also called for national unity and said a mature response guided by national interests is the need of the hour. "The world cannot remain a mute spectator to the collapse of rule based multilateral order and global crisis management mechanism. India has throughout history commanded respect for its moral authority and commitment to peace. There is much at stake, especially the future of the younger generation. India must endeavour to mobilise the global south and strategic partner countries to collectively work for restoration of peace and order," Sharma said.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: "Not a single one should escape with their life": Iran's Army chief warns against possible ground operation amid conflict
Iran's Army Chief Major General Amir Hatami, on Thursday, issued a stern warning to adversaries of the Islamic Republic, stating that any potential ground offensive against the country would be met with decisive and lethal force, as reported by Iran's semi-official state media, Fars News Agency. According to Fars News Agency, Hatami asserted that "not a single" life will be spared if ground invasion is undertaken by the enemy, particularly referring to the possible ground invasion by the US and Israeli forces as the conflict escalates in the region, underscoring Tehran's readiness to escalate its military response if required.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: "Not a single one should escape with their life": Iran's Army chief warns against possible ground operation amid conflict
Iran's Army Chief Major General Amir Hatami, on Thursday, issued a stern warning to adversaries of the Islamic Republic, stating that any potential ground offensive against the country would be met with decisive and lethal force, as reported by Iran's semi-official state media, Fars News Agency. According to Fars News Agency, Hatami asserted that "not a single" life will be spared if ground invasion is undertaken by the enemy, particularly referring to the possible ground invasion by the US and Israeli forces as the conflict escalates in the region, underscoring Tehran's readiness to escalate its military response if required.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran army chief warns against US invasion
Iran's army chief warned Thursday that should the US military land in the Islamic Republic, "not a single person" will survive among the invaders. Maj Gen Amir Hatami made the comment in a piece aired by Iranian state television. "The shadow of war must be lifted from our country and there must be security for everyone, because it is not possible for places to be safe and our people to be unsafe," he said.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran army chief warns against US invasion
Iran's army chief warned Thursday that should the US military land in the Islamic Republic, "not a single person" will survive among the invaders. Maj Gen Amir Hatami made the comment in a piece aired by Iranian state television. "The shadow of war must be lifted from our country and there must be security for everyone, because it is not possible for places to be safe and our people to be unsafe," he said.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: China in communication with 'all parties' about Strait of Hormuz
China on Thursday said that it is in communication "with all parties" about the need to restore stability in the Strait of Hormuz, and that everyone should work toward that end. "We believe that an early ceasefire and restoration of peace and stability in the Strait of Hormuz and its adjacent waters is a common aspiration of the international community, and all sides should work towards this end," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said. "China is maintaining communication and coordination with all parties," she said.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: China in communication with 'all parties' about Strait of Hormuz
China on Thursday said that it is in communication "with all parties" about the need to restore stability in the Strait of Hormuz, and that everyone should work toward that end. "We believe that an early ceasefire and restoration of peace and stability in the Strait of Hormuz and its adjacent waters is a common aspiration of the international community, and all sides should work towards this end," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said. "China is maintaining communication and coordination with all parties," she said.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: "Band-aid approach": Congress MP Manish Tewari slams Centre over handling of West Asia war impact on energy prices
Congress Member of Parliament Manish Tewari on Thursday questioned the long-term effectiveness of the Government's decision to slash excise and customs duties, calling it a 'band-aid approach' for a much larger global energy crisis. Tewari, while speaking to the reporters, said, "... One can only manage a contingency by reducing excise and customs duty. The main point is up to what extent this band-aid approach would work, if we do not get sufficient crude oil and gas supply... The question is, what is the government doing to stop the West Asia war?"

West Asia War LIVE Updates: "Band-aid approach": Congress MP Manish Tewari slams Centre over handling of West Asia war impact on energy prices
Congress Member of Parliament Manish Tewari on Thursday questioned the long-term effectiveness of the Government's decision to slash excise and customs duties, calling it a 'band-aid approach' for a much larger global energy crisis. Tewari, while speaking to the reporters, said, "... One can only manage a contingency by reducing excise and customs duty. The main point is up to what extent this band-aid approach would work, if we do not get sufficient crude oil and gas supply... The question is, what is the government doing to stop the West Asia war?"

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran's actions putting global economic stability at risk, says EU President
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Thursday said that she held a discussion with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on escalating tensions in the Middle East, warning of risks to global economic stability. In a post on X, von der Leyen said, "Good call yesterday with Keir Starmer. We discussed the situation in the Middle East and the Strait of Hormuz": ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran's actions putting global economic stability at risk, says EU President
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Thursday said that she held a discussion with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on escalating tensions in the Middle East, warning of risks to global economic stability. In a post on X, von der Leyen said, "Good call yesterday with Keir Starmer. We discussed the situation in the Middle East and the Strait of Hormuz": ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: S. Korea's President urges swift parliamentary approval for USD 17 billion to tackle energy fallout
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday called on the country's National Assembly to quickly pass a KRW 26.2 trillion (approximately USD 17.1 billion) supplementary budget, aimed at cushioning the economic impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Yonhap News Agency reported. According to the Yonhap News Agency, during the budget address, Lee described the situation as an "unexpected, multifaceted crisis" as the US-led war involving Iran enters its second month, stressing that extraordinary steps are necessary to stabilise the economy: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: S. Korea's President urges swift parliamentary approval for USD 17 billion to tackle energy fallout
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday called on the country's National Assembly to quickly pass a KRW 26.2 trillion (approximately USD 17.1 billion) supplementary budget, aimed at cushioning the economic impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Yonhap News Agency reported. According to the Yonhap News Agency, during the budget address, Lee described the situation as an "unexpected, multifaceted crisis" as the US-led war involving Iran enters its second month, stressing that extraordinary steps are necessary to stabilise the economy: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Govt exempts import duty on key petrochemical products till June
The government on Thursday exempted import of critical petrochemical products from customs duty for three months till June 30, to ensure supply stability and provide relief to consumers of final products amid the crisis in West Asia. Sectors dependent on petrochemical feedstock and intermediates such as plastics, packaging, textiles, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, automotive components and other manufacturing segments will benefit from the duty exemption which will cost the exchequer Rs 1,800 crore: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Govt exempts import duty on key petrochemical products till June
The government on Thursday exempted import of critical petrochemical products from customs duty for three months till June 30, to ensure supply stability and provide relief to consumers of final products amid the crisis in West Asia. Sectors dependent on petrochemical feedstock and intermediates such as plastics, packaging, textiles, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, automotive components and other manufacturing segments will benefit from the duty exemption which will cost the exchequer Rs 1,800 crore: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: No dearth of fuel or gas in country, says Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that there is "no dearth of fuel or gas in the country" and India was ready to deal with any energy crisis resulting out of the ongoing West Asia conflict. Singh, speaking at a Sainik Samman Sammelan in poll-bound Kerala, said that Indian Navy ships were safely escorting the country's tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, a key chokepoint for maritime trade and an Iranian territory: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: No dearth of fuel or gas in country, says Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that there is "no dearth of fuel or gas in the country" and India was ready to deal with any energy crisis resulting out of the ongoing West Asia conflict. Singh, speaking at a Sainik Samman Sammelan in poll-bound Kerala, said that Indian Navy ships were safely escorting the country's tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, a key chokepoint for maritime trade and an Iranian territory: PTI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Death toll continues to rise
More than 1,900 people have been killed in Iran during the war, while 19 have been reported dead in Israel. More than two dozen people have died in Gulf states and the occupied West Bank, while 13 US service members have been killed. More than 1,200 people have been killed in Lebanon and more than 1 million displaced, according to authorities. Ten Israeli soldiers have also died there: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Death toll continues to rise
More than 1,900 people have been killed in Iran during the war, while 19 have been reported dead in Israel. More than two dozen people have died in Gulf states and the occupied West Bank, while 13 US service members have been killed. More than 1,200 people have been killed in Lebanon and more than 1 million displaced, according to authorities. Ten Israeli soldiers have also died there: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Oil prices rise again even as Trump suggests American objectives 'nearing completion'
Though Iran has allowed a trickle of ships through the strait, it remains largely closed. Iran has also been repeatedly attacking Gulf Arab energy infrastructure, sending oil prices skyrocketing and giving rise to broader economic problems worldwide. Following Trump's speech, Brent crude, the international standard, rose again and was at USD 108 in early spot trading, up nearly 50 per cent from February 28 when Israel and the US started the war with their attacks on Iran: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Oil prices rise again even as Trump suggests American objectives 'nearing completion'
Though Iran has allowed a trickle of ships through the strait, it remains largely closed. Iran has also been repeatedly attacking Gulf Arab energy infrastructure, sending oil prices skyrocketing and giving rise to broader economic problems worldwide. Following Trump's speech, Brent crude, the international standard, rose again and was at USD 108 in early spot trading, up nearly 50 per cent from February 28 when Israel and the US started the war with their attacks on Iran: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Nearly three dozen nations to talk about securing Hormuz strait
Following a joint statement in March condemning Iranian attacks on unarmed commercial vessels that called upon Iran to "cease immediately its threats, laying of mines, drone and missile attacks and other attempts to block the strait," the 35 signatories were to hold a virtual meeting Thursday hosted by British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper. Though the oil and gas that typically transits the Strait of Hormuz primarily is sold to Asian nations, Japan and South Korea were the only two countries from the region that were joining: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Nearly three dozen nations to talk about securing Hormuz strait
Following a joint statement in March condemning Iranian attacks on unarmed commercial vessels that called upon Iran to "cease immediately its threats, laying of mines, drone and missile attacks and other attempts to block the strait," the 35 signatories were to hold a virtual meeting Thursday hosted by British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper. Though the oil and gas that typically transits the Strait of Hormuz primarily is sold to Asian nations, Japan and South Korea were the only two countries from the region that were joining: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran fires missiles at Israel, Gulf neighbours as Trump talks of winding down Mideast war Iran responded to US President Donald Trump's address to Americans on the war with new missile attacks targeting Israel and the Gulf Arab states Thursday, underlining Tehran's insistence that it rejected Washington's outreach for a cease: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran fires missiles at Israel, Gulf neighbours as Trump talks of winding down Mideast warIran responded to US President Donald Trump's address to Americans on the war with new missile attacks targeting Israel and the Gulf Arab states Thursday, underlining Tehran's insistence that it rejected Washington's outreach for a cease: AP

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran's military refutes Trump, says war will continue till US faces "permanent humiliation"
The Iranian military on Thursday issued a strongly worded response to the remarks made by US President Donald Trump during his address to the nation, warning that the ongoing conflict will persist until Washington faces what it described as "permanent humiliation, regret, and surrender", as reported by Iranian state media Press TV: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran's military refutes Trump, says war will continue till US faces "permanent humiliation"
The Iranian military on Thursday issued a strongly worded response to the remarks made by US President Donald Trump during his address to the nation, warning that the ongoing conflict will persist until Washington faces what it described as "permanent humiliation, regret, and surrender", as reported by Iranian state media Press TV: ANI

West Asia War LIVE Updates: UK gathers more than 30 countries to plot ways of reopening Strait of Hormuz
Almost three dozen countries will meet on Thursday in an effort to exert diplomatic and political pressure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route that has been choked off by the US-Israeli war against Iran.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: UK gathers more than 30 countries to plot ways of reopening Strait of Hormuz
Almost three dozen countries will meet on Thursday in an effort to exert diplomatic and political pressure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route that has been choked off by the US-Israeli war against Iran.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: After Trump claims Iran's missile program curtailed, Tehran launches attack on Israel's Haifa port
Moments after US President Donald Trump claimed that Iran's missile programme had been destroyed following the US-Israeli military action against the Islamic Republic for the past month, Iranian forces launched missiles targeting Israel's strategic northern port city of Haifa, according to Iranian state media, Press TV.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: After Trump claims Iran's missile program curtailed, Tehran launches attack on Israel's Haifa port
Moments after US President Donald Trump claimed that Iran's missile programme had been destroyed following the US-Israeli military action against the Islamic Republic for the past month, Iranian forces launched missiles targeting Israel's strategic northern port city of Haifa, according to Iranian state media, Press TV.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Stock markets decline 2 pc in early trade amid rising tensions in West Asia, surge in crude oil price
Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined 2 per cent in early trade on Thursday amid rising geopolitical tensions following US President Donald Trump's warning of intensified military actions against Iran, driving crude oil prices higher.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Stock markets decline 2 pc in early trade amid rising tensions in West Asia, surge in crude oil price
Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined 2 per cent in early trade on Thursday amid rising geopolitical tensions following US President Donald Trump's warning of intensified military actions against Iran, driving crude oil prices higher.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Trump says Iran will be hit hard for next 2 or 3 weeks
President Donald Trump said US forces will keep hitting Iran "very hard" in the next two or three weeks and bring the country "back to the Stone Ages," even as he touted the success of US operations and argued that all of Washington's objectives have so far been met or exceeded.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Trump says Iran will be hit hard for next 2 or 3 weeks
President Donald Trump said US forces will keep hitting Iran "very hard" in the next two or three weeks and bring the country "back to the Stone Ages," even as he touted the success of US operations and argued that all of Washington's objectives have so far been met or exceeded.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: 'Trump is impatient'; US VP Vance issues "stern message" to Iran&nbsp;
US Vice President JD Vance has informed intermediaries acting between Washington and Tehran that President Donald Trump is "impatient" to secure an agreement to conclude the ongoing hostilities, according to a report by CNN.
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West Asia War LIVE Updates: 'Trump is impatient'; US VP Vance issues "stern message" to Iran&nbsp;
US Vice President JD Vance has informed intermediaries acting between Washington and Tehran that President Donald Trump is "impatient" to secure an agreement to conclude the ongoing hostilities, according to a report by CNN.
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West Asia War LIVE Updates: Trump signals "core ojective" of operation against Iran met, says "will continue to hit them"
US President Donald Trump has delivered his first major national address since the commencement of hostilities in late February, praising the American military for a "decisive" blow against the Iranian regime. The US President claimed that the core objective of the campaign was nearing completion.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Trump signals "core ojective" of operation against Iran met, says "will continue to hit them"
US President Donald Trump has delivered his first major national address since the commencement of hostilities in late February, praising the American military for a "decisive" blow against the Iranian regime. The US President claimed that the core objective of the campaign was nearing completion.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Trump claims Iran wants ceasefire; remarks false and baseless, Tehran rebuttals
In a post on Truth Social Wednesday, US President Donald Trump claimed Iran's president wanted a ceasefire, ahead of his speech to the American people. Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, however, said Trump's remarks were "false and baseless."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Trump claims Iran wants ceasefire; remarks false and baseless, Tehran rebuttals
In a post on Truth Social Wednesday, US President Donald Trump claimed Iran's president wanted a ceasefire, ahead of his speech to the American people. Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, however, said Trump's remarks were "false and baseless."

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran reviews messages from intermediaries; warns of readiness for "any type of attack" including ground assault
The Iranian Foreign Ministry has confirmed that Tehran has "received messages through intermediaries" and that these communications are currently being reviewed, Al Jazeera reported, citing the country's IRIB news agency.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Iran reviews messages from intermediaries; warns of readiness for "any type of attack" including ground assault
The Iranian Foreign Ministry has confirmed that Tehran has "received messages through intermediaries" and that these communications are currently being reviewed, Al Jazeera reported, citing the country's IRIB news agency.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Trump says China, Japan and South Korea should be involved in opening Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that China, Japan and South Korea should be involved in opening Strait of Hormuz. The president has previously directed much of his anger at NATO allies for their reluctance to get involved in securing the Strait of Hormuz until the US and Israel finish prosecuting their war against Iran.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Trump says China, Japan and South Korea should be involved in opening Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that China, Japan and South Korea should be involved in opening Strait of Hormuz. The president has previously directed much of his anger at NATO allies for their reluctance to get involved in securing the Strait of Hormuz until the US and Israel finish prosecuting their war against Iran.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Trump begins address on Iran commending 'swift, decisive, overwhelming victories'
US President Donald Trump's prime-time address at 9 pm EDT offers an update on the progress made toward achieving his goals in the war with Iran, which are to destroy the country's missile production and Navy, ensure its proxies can no longer destabilise the region and guarantee Iran does not obtain a nuclear weapon.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Trump begins address on Iran commending 'swift, decisive, overwhelming victories'
US President Donald Trump's prime-time address at 9 pm EDT offers an update on the progress made toward achieving his goals in the war with Iran, which are to destroy the country's missile production and Navy, ensure its proxies can no longer destabilise the region and guarantee Iran does not obtain a nuclear weapon.

West Asia War LIVE Updates: US forces will 'finish the job' in Iran, says Trump; claims 'swift, decisive, overwhelming victories' in Iran war
President Donald Trump on Wednesday said US forces will 'finish the job' in Iran soon as 'core strategic objectives are nearing completion' during his prime-time address.
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West Asia War LIVE Updates: US forces will 'finish the job' in Iran, says Trump; claims 'swift, decisive, overwhelming victories' in Iran war
President Donald Trump on Wednesday said US forces will 'finish the job' in Iran soon as 'core strategic objectives are nearing completion' during his prime-time address.
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West Asia War LIVE Updates: Britain&rsquo;s Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper called on Thursday for joint action to exert diplomatic and economic pressures to open the Strait of Hormuz, which has been &ldquo;hijacked&rdquo; by Iran. Speaking at the meeting of about 40 countries, including India, convened from London on the Strait, she said, "We have seen Iran hijack an international shipping route to hold the global economy hostage&rdquo;. We are closing the LIVE blog now

West Asia War LIVE Updates: Action is needed “to guarantee the safety of trapped ships and seafarers, and effective coordination that we need across the world" 

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