Oil prices surged past $100 per barrel as the Iran conflict disrupted shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, triggering market turmoil, production cuts and fears of a prolonged global energy shock and economic fallout.
Tehran has come under intense US and Israeli airstrikes targeting military and security infrastructure, causing widespread destruction and civilian disruption. Intelligence assessments suggest the campaign may damage Iran’s military but is unlikely to quickly topple its leadership.
An Iranian opposition blueprint for a post-Islamic Republic government proposes reviving the Chabahar port partnership and restoring oil exports to India, positioning New Delhi as a key economic partner in Iran’s future trade and geopolitical strategy
Indian intelligence agencies have detected fresh online chatter aimed at radicalising youth amid the Israel-US-Iran conflict. Officials warn that AI-generated propaganda videos in multiple languages are being circulated to target Indian audiences and incite extremist activity
