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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, during his visit to New Delhi for the BRICS summit, declared that Tehran will not bow to US and Israeli "bullying" and vowed to defend national interests. He accused Washington and Tel Aviv of targeting civilians, stressed Iran’s role as a strategic energy partner, and called for stronger BRICS trade in local currencies after talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced it had dismantled a US- and Israeli-linked “terror” team in Sistan and Baluchestan province, killing two members. The operation involved IRGC ground forces, police, and intelligence units. This comes amid escalating tensions, with Iran claiming missile and drone strikes on US bases in Kuwait and the UAE.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated citizens for India’s 7.8% GDP growth in the April–June quarter, achieved despite global wars, instability, and supply chain disruptions. In a video message, he urged people to embrace Swadeshi and self-reliance, avoid unnecessary foreign holidays, weddings abroad, and gold purchases.

US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has resigned amid ongoing war with Iran, following clashes with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth over Army modernisation, officer firings, and blocked promotions.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has urged the United States and Iran to resume meaningful negotiations and seek a diplomatic solution to their conflict. The UN also expressed concern over the devastating humanitarian and economic consequences of the ongoing war.

The US-Iran conflict remains trapped in a cycle of threats, negotiations and renewed military strikes, largely over control of the Strait of Hormuz. Breaking the deadlock would require either US strategic concessions or major escalation, while Iran prioritises regime survival

Indian equity markets opened slightly lower on Monday as unresolved US-Iran tensions kept crude oil prices elevated. Nifty and Sensex declined in early trade, while financial, banking and FMCG stocks weakened. Analysts expect range-bound trading, with stock-specific opportunities in midcaps and smallcaps

US President Donald Trump declared that America has “total control” over the Strait of Hormuz, describing the naval blockade as a “Wall of Steel” against Iran. He claimed Iran’s military and economy are collapsing, though he offered no evidence or operational details.

Democratic Senator Chris Murphy warned that the US has nearly exhausted key missile interceptors and Tomahawks during the Iran war, leaving America and allies vulnerable. He urged ending the conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, while Republicans defended Trump’s military campaign

Iran's leadership remains united in resisting US pressure but is divided over the war's endgame. Hardliners seek total victory and oppose negotiations, while pragmatists favour diplomacy to secure concessions and ease economic strain. The internal power struggle may shape Iran's postwar future

Iran has warned it will enter an "offensive and destructive" phase if US attacks continue for another two to three days. A senior military adviser said Tehran could expand military operations, while missile and drone strikes would intensify across the region.

US President Donald Trump issued a fresh warning to Iran amid escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. The remarks came after US demands for assurances on maritime safety and followed renewed military exchanges between Washington and Tehran.

US President Donald Trump has warned Iran of tougher military action if it fails to rein in allied groups in Lebanon, ahead of fresh negotiations in Switzerland. The administration claims military pressure has weakened Iran’s leverage, while Energy Secretary Chris Wright highlighted stabilising oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz.

US President Donald Trump postponed a major military strike on Iran following requests from the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. Trump noted that serious, ongoing negotiations with Tehran could potentially lead to a permanent peace deal

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said the state government will soon announce precautionary measures to reduce the impact of the West Asia conflict. He also urged people to avoid unnecessary gold purchases and foreign travel and focus on economic self-reliance

A US media report claims Pakistan allowed Iranian military aircraft to park at its airbase to shield them from American strikes during the US‑Iran war.

A Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll shows US President Donald Trump’s approval rating dipping to 37 per cent ahead of the November midterms, with widespread disapproval of his handling of the economy, inflation, and the Iran conflict.

President Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran remain uncertain, expressing dissatisfaction with current proposals. He highlighted internal divisions within Iran’s leadership and claimed its military capabilities are weakened.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that the ongoing US-Iran war has severely impacted Pakistan’s economy, with the oil import bill surging from USD 300 million to USD 800 million.

A seminar in Hyderabad organised by COVA, in collaboration with Amoomat Society and PUCAAR, brought together intellectuals and activists to discuss the urgent role of civil society in denouncing wars and sectarian violence.