An Indian national was killed in Kuwait during Iranian strikes on a desalination plant, raising Indian fatalities in the West Asia conflict to eight. Authorities confirmed damage, while India coordinates repatriation and ensures safety of nationals
Iranian missile strikes injured nearly 200 people in Dimona and Arad after air defences failed to intercept some projectiles. Benjamin Netanyahu vowed continued action as Israel launched retaliatory strikes targeting infrastructure in Tehran
Crude oil prices rose over 1 per cent amid West Asia tensions and threats to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude touched $79.2 per barrel, with analysts warning prolonged disruptions could sharply impact India’s imports
US President Donald Trump ordered sweeping strikes on Iran after failed nuclear diplomacy and intelligence assessments, despite doubts about an imminent threat. Backed by regional allies including Mohammed bin Salman, Washington pursued military escalation to curb Tehran’s enrichment ambitions
As Trump and Netanyahu celebrate joint strikes on Iran, their Washington meeting is overshadowed by Israel’s prolonged Gaza war. Trump seeks a ceasefire to unlock broader Middle East peace, but political obstacles and unresolved hostage issues cloud any breakthrough
