Trump's remarks came against a backdrop of heightened global concern over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for nearly one-fifth of world oil flows.
These remarks come in the wake of a significant de-escalation by US President Donald Trump, who recently stepped back from a 48-hour ultimatum to launch strikes against Iranian power plants.
Indian equity benchmarks have staged a strong comeback, with the Sensex surging more than 2,350 points over three consecutive sessions. The rally comes despite heightened global tensions linked to the ongoing US-Iran conflict and elevated crude oil prices, factors that typically weigh on investor sentiment. The upward momentum reflects a combination of domestic resilience and.
In a major development amid the ongoing US-Iran conflict, Joe Kent, head of the US National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), has resigned from his post. His decision marks the highest-level protest within the administration of Donald Trump over the controversial war with Iran. The resignation has exposed deep divisions within the US government regarding the justification.
The conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran has intensified as Tehran sought “clarity in stance” from Gulf countries amid a widening regional war. Iranian officials have questioned whether Gulf states are supporting Western military operations against Iran or maintaining neutrality. The demand for clarification comes as tensions rise across West Asia with several.
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh has issued a fresh advisory for Indian nationals residing in Saudi Arabia, providing key directives and updates on flight resumption as tensions persist in the Middle East following the escalating conflict involving the United States and Iran. The advisory, issued on March 8, 2026, reflects growing concerns over regional instability.
The prolonged conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran has escalated significantly, spreading beyond direct strikes on Iranian territory to involve several Middle Eastern nations and diplomatic efforts by world leaders. The crisis continues to disrupt global security, energy markets and regional stability as both sides conduct military operations and engage in strategic manoeuvres.
Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Donald Trump claimed that Iran has been “completely decimated” militarily and economically following recent US-Israeli strikes. In a message posted on social media, Trump said the United States had defeated Iran “militarily, economically and in every other way.” However, he added that maintaining security in the Strait of.
