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Iran Warns Ships Over Strait Of Hormuz Passage

By BPN News Desk March 1, 2026

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has reportedly warned commercial vessels that passage through the Strait of Hormuz is “not allowed,” raising concerns over potential disruption to one of the world’s most critical maritime routes amid escalating regional tensions. Iran Signals Restriction In Strait Of Hormuz Maritime monitoring agencies reported that ships

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Israel Destroys Two Iranian Jets On Runway

By BPN News Desk March 1, 2026

The Israeli military said it destroyed two Iranian fighter jets that were preparing to take off from an airbase in western Iran, marking another escalation in the ongoing conflict between the two countries. Israeli Army Destroys Two Iranian Jets According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), the two aircraft were targeted while positioned on the […]

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Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu Says Signs Khamenei May Be Dead

By BPN News Desk March 1, 2026

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed there are “strong signs” that Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei may have been killed in recent joint U.S.–Israeli military strikes, escalating tensions further in an already volatile regional conflict. The assertion has not been independently verified, and Iranian authorities have rejected the claim.

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UAE Closes Airspace After Iran Strikes

By BPN News Desk March 1, 2026

The United Arab Emirates temporarily closed parts of its airspace and suspended flight operations at major airports, including Dubai, following reported Iranian strikes in the Gulf region. The move led to widespread flight disruptions and travel uncertainty across international routes connecting Asia, Europe and North America. Iran Strikes Trigger UAE Airspace Closure

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Israel Strikes Iranian Schools, Kills Over 50

By BPN News Desk March 1, 2026

Israeli airstrikes in Iran have struck at least two schools, killing more than 50 people and injuring others, according to Iranian official accounts, as the broader conflict between Israel, the United States and Iran continues to escalate across the Middle East. The attacks have drawn international attention to the rising humanitarian toll. Israeli Strikes Hit […]

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India Urges Restraint After US-Israel Strikes On Iran

By BPN News Desk February 28, 2026

India has expressed deep concern over the escalating situation in the Middle East following reported military strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel. New Delhi has urged all sides to exercise restraint and prevent further deterioration of the regional security environment. India Urges Restraint Over Middle East Situation The Ministry of External Affairs […]

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US Labels Iran State Sponsor Of Wrongful Detention

By BPN News Desk February 28, 2026

The United States has formally designated Iran as a “State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention,” Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced, citing what Washington describes as a pattern of arbitrary arrests of foreign nationals, including Americans. The move comes amid heightened tensions between the two countries and ongoing diplomatic friction over broader regional and nuclear

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Kim Gifts New Sniper Rifles To North Korea Officials

By BPN News Desk February 28, 2026

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un presented newly developed sniper rifles to top party and military officials in Pyongyang on Friday, marking the close of the ruling Workers’ Party’s Ninth Congress. State media released images of the event that also showed his teenage daughter, Kim Ju Ae, taking part in rifle activities, a rare public […]

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Israel Launches Strikes In Tehran

By BPN News Desk February 28, 2026

Israel has launched military strikes inside Iran, with explosions reported in Tehran, marking a major escalation in regional tensions. The development comes amid heightened strain over Iran’s nuclear programme and growing security concerns across the Middle East. Israel Launches Strikes In Tehran Israeli authorities confirmed that the country carried out what they

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Trump Not Happy With Iran Nuclear Talks

By BPN News Desk February 28, 2026

US President Donald Trump has said he is “not happy” with the current state of nuclear negotiations between the United States and Iran but indicated that he is willing to allow more time for diplomatic efforts to continue. His remarks come as talks aimed at limiting Iran’s nuclear programme proceed without a final breakthrough. Trump […]