Missile Alarms in Jerusalem as U.S.-Iran Tensions Ignite New Escalation in West Asia

June 23, 2025 1:39 PM

Missile Alarms in Jerusalem as U.S.-Iran Tensions Ignite New Escalation in West Asia

Jerusalem was gripped by fresh anxiety today as a missile was spotted overhead, followed by distant explosions, according to a Reuters report. The Israeli military subsequently activated air raid sirens across central and southern Israel, citing further incoming missile threats from Iran. The development comes amid heightened tensions in West Asia, following U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Over the past ten days, central Israel has sustained heavy damage, with repeated attacks al...

India urges Iran and Israel to avoid escalation, emphasises dialogue and diplomacy

June 13, 2025 12:06 PM

India urges Iran and Israel to avoid escalation, emphasises dialogue and diplomacy

India on Friday expressed deep concern over the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel and called for restraint from both sides. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a statement urging diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the situation. “We are deeply concerned at the recent developments between Iran and Israel,” the MEA said. The ministry added, “We are closely monitoring the evolving situation, including reports related to attacks on nuclear sites.” India urged both natio...