October 30, 2026 4:51 PM
West asia conflict overshadows rare nowruz and eid overlap as energy targets hit
A rare convergence of the Persian new year of Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr is being marked across West Asia today, but celebrations have been overshadowed by escalating conflict and widespread attacks on critical energy infrastructure. The region has witnessed a sharp intensification in hostilities over the past 48 hours, with a cycle of retaliatory strikes now directly targeting economic assets rather than purely military positions. Similar tensions are being reported across the region, with Saudi Ar...