International

West Asia Conflict Widens On Multiple Fronts

By BPN News Desk March 22, 2026

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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Pezeshkian Says Iran Seeks No Regional Conflict

By BPN News Desk March 21, 2026

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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Indian Crude Near $137 Amid Gulf Conflict

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

India’s crude oil basket has surged sharply since the Gulf conflict began, climbing to about $137 a barrel and sharply increasing pressure on refiners, import costs and the broader economy. The spike reflects tighter global supply, disruption around the Strait of Hormuz and a rapid rise in freight and risk premiums linked to the ongoing […]

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Iran Continues Strikes On Gulf States

By BPN News Desk March 15, 2026

Iran continued missile and drone strikes targeting locations in Gulf states a day after the United States warned that Iranian oil infrastructure could face further attacks if hostilities escalate. The exchange of threats and retaliatory strikes has heightened tensions across the Gulf region and raised concerns about the safety of critical energy infrastructure and shipping

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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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Pentagon Says 140 US Troops Wounded

By BPN News Desk March 11, 2026

About 140 US service members have been wounded in the ongoing conflict with Iran, according to the Pentagon, marking the first broad official injury count since the fighting began. The figures show the toll the war has taken on American forces deployed across the Middle East, even as Washington says most of the injuries have […]

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Putin Calls For Immediate Halt To Iran Conflict

By BPN News Desk March 8, 2026

Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for an immediate halt to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, urging all sides to return to diplomatic negotiations as tensions escalate in the Middle East. The appeal comes amid growing international concern that the confrontation involving Iran, the United States, and Israel could expand into a wider regional conflict. […]

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Iran Apologises To Neighbours, Rejects Trump Demand

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2026

Iran has apologised to neighbouring countries affected by recent military actions while firmly rejecting US President Donald Trump’s demand for unconditional surrender. The statements come amid rising tensions in the Middle East following military confrontations involving Iran, Israel, and the United States. Iran Apologises To Neighbours Over Regional Attacks Iranian

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Trump Calls Iran “Loser”, Warns Of Major Strike

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2026

US President Donald Trump sharply criticized Iran while warning that Washington could carry out a major military strike if tensions continue to escalate in the Middle East. His remarks come amid the ongoing confrontation involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, which has heightened regional security concerns. Trump Calls Iran “Loser Of The Middle East” […]

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Russia Ukraine Talks End Without Breakthrough

By BPN News Desk February 19, 2026

Negotiators from Russia and Ukraine concluded another round of peace talks without a breakthrough, as both sides described the discussions as difficult and said major differences remain unresolved. Russia Ukraine Peace Talks Outcome Officials indicated the meeting focused on ceasefire arrangements, humanitarian corridors and broader political conditions. Despite extended