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Bangladesh is moving to secure around $2 billion in fresh external funding as it struggles with soaring fuel and LNG costs during the wider West Asia crisis. The push comes as Dhaka tries to protect energy supplies, manage import pressure and avoid deeper disruption to electricity generation and industrial activity. Bangladesh Seeks $2 Billion Energy […]
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At least 3,220 people have been killed in Iran since the war began, according to the U.S.-based Human Rights Activists News Agency, which said the toll includes 1,398 civilians, at least 210 children, 1,165 military personnel and 657 people whose status has not yet been classified. AFP said it could not independently verify the figures […]
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An Iranian strike on the southern Israeli town of Dimona left 39 people injured, according to Israeli emergency responders, in one of the most sensitive attacks of the conflict so far because the town is home to Israel’s main nuclear facility. Medics said most injuries were caused by shrapnel at multiple impact sites, with a […]
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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi as tensions in West Asia continued to rise, with both sides discussing the latest regional developments. The call reflects India’s continued diplomatic engagement with Tehran at a time when the conflict is affecting security, shipping and energy flows across the
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The Iran-Israel-U.S. conflict continued to widen on March 21, with fresh military, diplomatic and energy-related developments adding to pressure across West Asia. The latest round of updates pointed to rising regional strain involving Hezbollah, shipping routes, nuclear safety concerns and global fuel markets. West Asia Conflict Expands Across Multiple Fronts The conflict
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said Tehran does not want conflict with neighbouring Gulf countries or other Muslim nations, describing them as “brothers” even as the region remains under strain from ongoing attacks and rising tensions. His remarks appear aimed at reassuring nearby states that Iran’s confrontation is not directed at them. Pezeshkian Says Iran […]
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday, condemning attacks on critical infrastructure in the Middle East and stressing the need to keep regional shipping lanes open and secure. The conversation comes as the Iran conflict continues to disrupt energy routes and raise concerns for Indian nationals in the region. Modi […]
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A U.S. jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading Twitter shareholders during his 2022 takeover battle, ruling that some of his public statements about the company and the acquisition process amounted to fraud. The verdict marks a major legal setback linked to Musk’s $44 billion purchase of the social media platform, now known as […]
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has used his Nowruz message to reaffirm Moscow’s backing for Tehran, describing Russia as a “loyal friend and reliable partner” during what the Kremlin called a difficult period for Iran. The message comes as questions continue over how much practical support Russia is actually providing amid the ongoing regional conflict. Putin […]
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The International Atomic Energy Agency said it is examining Iran’s report that the Natanz uranium enrichment site was struck, while adding that no increase in off-site radiation levels has been detected so far. The update came as concern grew over the risk of a wider nuclear safety emergency amid the ongoing conflict. IAEA Reviews Report […]