Israel-Lebanon 10-day ceasefire takes effect amid fragile calm

Jerusalem — A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon came into force at midnight, aiming to halt over a month of intense cross-border violence that has claimed more than 2,000 lives.

The truce follows an announcement by Donald Trump…

UK sends largest-ever drone package to Ukraine; Russia warns of escalation

Ukraine has begun receiving drones from what is being described as the United Kingdom’s largest-ever military drone package, according to the Ukrainian Defence Ministry.

In a statement, the ministry said the drones—already arriving—are…

Iran Rejects Compromise on Nuclear Rights, Criticises US Role in Hormuz

Iran has firmly ruled out any compromise on its nuclear enrichment programme, asserting that its rights are protected under international law and cannot be negotiated away.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei stated that Iran’s…

US Ramps Up Pressure on Iran, Targets Global Oil Trade Links

The Trump administration has intensified its economic offensive against Iran, signalling a tougher stance that could impact countries and financial institutions involved in Iran’s oil trade.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described…

Cyclone Maila Devastates Papua New Guinea, Death Toll Rises to 23

Melbourne: Severe Tropical Cyclone Maila has left a trail of destruction across Papua New Guinea, with the death toll rising to 23 after 12 additional fatalities were confirmed on Wednesday.

In the hardest-hit East New Britain Province,…

Europe eyes independent Hormuz security mission amid shifting global alliances

European nations are preparing a post-conflict plan to secure one of the world’s most critical oil routes—the Strait of Hormuz—without direct involvement from the United States, according to reports.

A Europe-led maritime…

Jaishankar, Israeli FM Discuss West Asia Tensions and Strait of Hormuz

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar on Tuesday, focusing on the evolving security situation in West Asia and concerns surrounding the strategically…

'Iran Will Never Have Nuclear Weapons': Trump Signals Tough Stance, Confirms Naval Blockade

US President Donald Trump has reiterated a firm stance against Iran’s nuclear ambitions, declaring that Tehran will “never have a nuclear weapon,” while confirming that a US naval blockade has already been put into effect.

Speaking…

US Imposes Maritime Blockade on Iranian Ports After Talks Break Down

The United States has announced a sweeping maritime blockade targeting vessels entering or exiting Iranian ports, marking a sharp escalation in tensions after negotiations between Washington and Tehran failed to resolve key issues, particularly Iran’s…

China may leverage Middle East tensions to widen influence in Asia: Report

New Delhi — The ongoing conflict in the Middle East could open up strategic space for China to expand its influence across Asia, especially as the United States remains deeply engaged in another geopolitical theatre, according to a report.