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March 30, 2026 10:50 AM

Israel expands Mount Hermon operations as strikes intensify across Lebanon

Israeli military operations across Lebanon have intensified in the latest escalation, with Israel expanding its buffer zone in southern Lebanon and launching fresh strikes. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the expansion, saying the move is aimed at preventing Hezbollah infiltration and strengthening security along Israel’s northern frontier. Israeli forces also reported killing Hezbollah fighters allegedly planting explosives near the border, as artillery and airstrikes target...

March 30, 2026 10:44 AM

West Asia conflict widens as fresh strikes hit Iran and regional tensions rise

West Asia is bracing for further escalation after Israeli forces carried out another wave of airstrikes on Tehran and other parts of Iran, targeting weapons storage sites, production facilities, command centres, air defence systems and observation posts. The Israeli military said its forces are fully prepared for a multi-front war, signalling the possibility of a broader regional confrontation. Separately, an Israeli soldier was killed during ongoing operations in southern Lebanon, while three o...

March 29, 2026 4:35 PM

Government assures adequate fuel supply, steps up preparedness amid West Asia crisis

Amid the evolving geopolitical situation in West Asia, the Centre has intensified its preparedness measures to ensure stability across key sectors, including energy supply, maritime operations, and the safety of Indian nationals abroad. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Sunday said that there are adequate stocks of petrol and diesel available across the country, urging citizens not to fall prey to rumours that had triggered panic buying in some areas. Fuel Supply Remains Stable The...

March 29, 2026 12:18 PM

PM Modi thanks Gulf nations for support amid West Asia conflict; urges unity and cautions against rumours

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the nation in the 132nd edition of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, highlighting the global turbulence caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia and its implications for India’s energy security and citizens abroad. Referring to the prolonged instability in the region, the Prime Minister said the world has continued to face crises even after recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic. He noted that the ongoing war in India’s neighbourhoo...

March 29, 2026 11:59 AM

West Asia conflict escalates as Iran intensifies Gulf strikes; Israel hits Tehran, Houthis open new front

Defence forces across the Gulf are on high alert this Sunday as Iran presses ahead with waves of missile and drone attacks on the UAE, Kuwait and Bahrain now well into the second month of the conflict that began with the joint US-Israeli assault on Tehran. The latest strikes seem to be a direct response to earlier US and Israeli attacks on two major Iranian steel plants, with Tehran now targeting equivalent industrial assets in the Gulf. Emirates Global Aluminium has confirmed damage to its Al T...

March 29, 2026 11:30 AM

Yemen’s Houthis enter Iran war with attacks on Israel, while US Marines arrive in region

The risk of an expanded Iran war grew as Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis on Saturday launched their first attacks on Israel since the start of the conflict, as additional U.S. forces reached the Middle East. Washington has dispatched thousands of Marines to the Middle East in the month-old war. The ‌first of two contingents arrived on Friday on an amphibious assault ship, the U.S. military said on Saturday. The Washington Post reported on Saturday that U.S. officials said the Pentagon was pr...

March 29, 2026 10:49 AM

Rajnath Singh chairs first IGoM meeting to review West Asia situation, emphasises preparedness

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday chaired the first meeting of an Informal Group of Ministers (IGoM) to assess the evolving situation in West Asia and its potential impact on India. The high-level meeting, held at Kartavya Bhawan in New Delhi, brought together several senior ministers to review risks related to energy supplies, essential commodities, and the resilience of critical infrastructure and supply chains. Focus on Preparedness and Coordination During the meeting, Singh stres...

March 29, 2026 9:35 AM

PM Modi discusses West Asia situation with Saudi Crown Prince, stresses secure shipping routes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday held a telephonic conversation with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman to discuss the escalating situation in West Asia and its wider implications. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Spoke with Crown Prince and PM of Saudi Arabia, HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman and discussed the ongoing conflict in West Asia. I reiterated India’s condemnation of attacks on regional energy infrastructure." "We agreed on the need to ensur...

March 27, 2026 2:45 PM

Drone attack damages Kuwait’s main commercial port amid rising West Asia tensions

Kuwait said on Friday that its main commercial hub, Shuwaikh Port, was targeted in a drone attack, causing material damage but no injuries. The Kuwait Ports Authority said unmanned aerial vehicles struck the port early in the morning, damaging facilities and prompting the immediate activation of emergency procedures in coordination with relevant agencies. Officials did not specify the extent of the damage but confirmed that operations were being assessed following the incident. Shuwaikh Port, lo...

March 27, 2026 2:43 PM

GCC calls for inclusion in US-Iran talks as gulf concerns grow over strike pause

GCC countries are calling for direct involvement in upcoming U.S.-Iran talks as concern grows over President Donald Trump’s decision to extend the pause on strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure until April 6. GCC Secretary-General Jasem Al-Budaiwi said Gulf states should be included in negotiations to help safeguard regional stability, amid fears that the diplomatic window could allow Tehran to strengthen its position in the Strait of Hormuz while missile and drone threats remain unre...