International
Iran’s parliament has moved a step closer to formalising a new toll regime for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, as the Gulf waterway remains severely disrupted by the ongoing regional war. The proposal, approved by a parliamentary commission on Monday, would allow Iran to impose charges on transit traffic and tighten restrictions on […]
Op-Eds Opinion
The narrative around India’s role in the ongoing West Asia crisis was being shaped loudly, and perhaps a bit prematurely. As tensions escalated between Iran and its adversaries, Pakistan began projecting itself as a key diplomatic bridge, working alongside Saudi Arabia and Egypt. Back home, this was quickly picked up by Rahul Gandhi and the […]
Op-Eds Opinion
At a time when the United States is rapidly increasing its military presence around Iran, a relatively lesser-known but UN-linked representative, Mohamad Safa, has triggered global debate with a dramatic resignation and a serious allegation. Safa, associated with a UN-accredited organisation, claimed that preparations for a possible nuclear scenario involving Iran are
International
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has called on Saudi Arabia to remove US forces from its territory, saying it is time for the kingdom to reconsider its security alignment. His remarks come amid rising regional tensions and reflect Tehran’s continuing effort to frame the United States as the main source of instability in West Asia. […]
International
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States has privately received encouraging messages from Iran, raising hopes in Washington that there may be room for engagement with parts of the Iranian establishment. His remarks suggest the US believes divisions are emerging within Iran’s leadership at a time of continuing tension over Tehran’s nuclear […]
International
Netanyahu has said Israel’s war objectives against Iran have moved beyond the halfway mark, while refusing to put a timeline on when the conflict may end. His remarks came as the war entered another uncertain phase, with Israel and the United States continuing to present the campaign as an effort to weaken Iran’s military and […]
International
Iran has been accused of striking a fully loaded Kuwaiti oil tanker anchored near Dubai, in an incident that has further raised tensions around Gulf shipping routes and energy supplies. The vessel was reportedly carrying around 2 million barrels of crude when it was hit, triggering a fire response and fresh concern over the safety […]
International
US President Donald Trump said National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard remains fit to serve despite differences with her on Iran, describing her as “a little bit softer” on the nuclear issue. His remarks highlighted a visible policy gap within his administration as tensions over Iran’s nuclear programme and the wider regional conflict continue to rise. […]
National Politics
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar resigned from the Bihar Legislative Council on Monday after his recent election to the Rajya Sabha, completing a constitutional requirement that barred him from continuing in both positions beyond the permitted period. The move marks a significant transition in Bihar politics and has intensified discussion over the future leadership