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Iran Hits Out At US Over Russian Oil

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2026

Washington’s temporary easing of restrictions on some Russian oil cargoes has triggered a sharp response from Iran, with Tehran accusing the United States of double standards after earlier pressure on India to reduce purchases from Moscow. The remarks come at a time when the war in West Asia has unsettled global energy markets and pushed […]

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Trump Warns Iran Over Kharg Island Oil Hub

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2026

The conflict in West Asia escalated further after US President Donald Trump warned that Iran’s key oil export hub at Kharg Island could be targeted if disruptions to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz continue. The warning comes amid rising tensions in the region and growing concern over the safety of global energy supply routes […]

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Iran Clears Indian LPG Ships Through Hormuz

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2026

Iran has allowed two Indian-flagged LPG carriers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, easing immediate concerns over fuel supply disruptions as conflict in West Asia continues to affect one of the world’s busiest energy routes. The development followed remarks by Iran’s ambassador to India, who said Indian vessels could expect safe passage and described […]

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Afghanistan Drones Hit Pakistan Kohat Military Fort

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2026

Afghanistan carried out retaliatory drone strikes targeting a Pakistani military installation in Kohat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, marking a sharp escalation in tensions between the two neighbouring countries. Afghan officials said the operation was launched in response to recent Pakistani airstrikes inside Afghanistan that reportedly caused civilian casualties. Afghanistan Drone

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Trump Says Iran “About To Surrender”

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2026

Trump Says Iran “About To Surrender” US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran is “about to surrender” amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, describing recent military operations as the removal of a major threat. The statement was reportedly made during a virtual meeting with leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) nations […]

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India US Close To Critical Minerals Deal

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2026

India, US Near Critical Minerals Agreement India and the United States are close to finalising a major agreement on critical minerals aimed at strengthening supply chains for advanced manufacturing, energy systems and emerging technologies. US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said a significant announcement on the pact could be made within the next few months […]

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Pete Hegseth Says Iran Supreme Leader Wounded

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2026

Hegseth Says Iran Supreme Leader Wounded US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Friday that Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is wounded and likely disfigured, marking the first official public statement from the Trump administration on his health since he assumed leadership. The remarks came as questions continued over Tehran’s command structure during the

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Netanyahu Says Iran Regime Change Is Uncertain

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2026

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said he cannot say with certainty whether the Iranian people will overthrow the current regime, even as Israel continues to argue that its military campaign has weakened Tehran’s leadership and security apparatus. His remarks came during a press conference in which he also issued a warning to Iran’s new […]

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US KC-135 Refuelling Plane Crashes In Iraq

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2026

A US military aerial refuelling aircraft crashed in western Iraq during operations linked to the ongoing regional conflict, with rescue efforts launched immediately after the incident. American officials said the aircraft went down in what was described as friendly airspace, while another aircraft involved in the mission landed safely. US Refuelling Aircraft Crash In Iraq

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Dubai Blasts Send Smoke Over Financial District

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2026

Dubai Blasts Send Smoke Over Financial District Explosions were reported in central Dubai on Friday, sending thick black smoke over parts of the city’s financial district and triggering concern across the United Arab Emirates. The incident came amid the continuing regional conflict, with early reports indicating that a building in the area was struck by […]