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News Desk TEHRAN / KUWAIT: Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for targeting a US military base in Kuwait, amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. In a separate strike, Iran reportedly launched a series of missiles on Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport. Iranian media released video footage showing multiple missiles hitting the airport, triggering explosions and large fires. According to reports, Israel’s defense systems intercepted only a few of the missiles, while air raid sirens were heard across the area. The escalation comes as the United States has vowed to continue operations against Iran until “complete defeat”…

New Desk LONDON: Global oil prices surged toward $90 per barrel today after experiencing sharp declines earlier in the session. Brent crude fell 14.07% to $84.22 per barrel, while WTI crude dropped 16.04% to $79.26 per barrel, reflecting extreme market volatility. In just two hours, prices swung dramatically—falling $10 per barrel before rebounding by $11. The fluctuations come amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. U.S. President Donald Trump said the conflict with Iran is nearing its conclusion, claiming that American forces have largely achieved their objectives. He added that operations targeting Iran’s drone manufacturing facilities have begun and are…

News Desk TEL AVIV: A missile attack launched from Lebanon has damaged a communication system of the Israel Defense Forces, leaving two Israeli soldiers injured, according to reports. Following the attack, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar said the war with Iran would end only when Israel and the United States decide it is appropriate. Sa’ar stated that the decision to conclude the conflict would be taken jointly by Washington and Tel Aviv, adding that Israel does not seek an unlimited war with Iran. Earlier, US President Donald Trump claimed that American forces had destroyed ten boats and vessels allegedly attempting…

News Desk TEHRAN: A striking image from Tehran during late-night airstrikes has gone viral on social media, showing a street cleaner continuing his work despite nearby explosions. According to Arab media, the photograph was taken around 2:50 a.m., capturing the man sweeping the streets while US and Israeli attacks raged across the city. Many residents were seen seeking shelter, yet some continued their daily routines despite the war-like environment. Reports indicate that, despite recent air raids and explosions, the Iranian capital has not come to a complete standstill, with some people still venturing out for essential tasks. The image has…

News Desk NEW DELHI: India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi could play a decisive role in stopping the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, according to the UAE’s first ambassador to India, Hussain Hassan Mirza. In an interview with an Indian TV channel, Mirza said India’s global influence and Modi’s strong ties with both Israel and Iran could help ease tensions. “India is a major power, and a single phone call from Mr. Modi could persuade both countries to halt the war,” he added. Mirza noted that Modi recently visited Israel and maintains close relations with Iran. He also highlighted India’s position as a…

News Desk RAWALPINDI: Pakistani forces have destroyed several key posts and centres in the Arandu and Kurram sectors during ongoing retaliatory actions against militants under Operation Ghazab Lil Haq, security sources said. According to officials, the Pakistan Army carried out strikes targeting positions of the Afghan Taliban and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan in the Arandu and Kurram District sectors. Security sources said several important posts and militant centres were destroyed during the operation, forcing Taliban fighters to abandon their positions and flee. They added that Pakistani forces are continuing operations to target militant hideouts and installations in the border regions. #PakistanArmy #OperationGhazabLilHaq…

News Desk WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump warned that the United States would respond with force “20 times more severe” if Iran attempts to block the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. Trump said any move by Iran to obstruct the key maritime route would trigger a decisive response that could leave the country unable to recover. “There would be death, fire and wrath across Iran,” he said, adding that he hoped the situation would not escalate to that point. The US president described the strait as a lifeline for countries including China and other global economies, stressing that uninterrupted access…

News Desk CYPRUS / PARIS: French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France, alongside allied nations, is preparing a “defensive and supportive” operation to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz amid the escalating Middle East conflict. Macron, visiting Cyprus and aboard the Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier deployed to the Mediterranean, said the mission will focus on escorting container ships and oil tankers, gradually restoring maritime traffic once the most intense phase of the conflict subsides. He emphasized that the operation is aimed solely at protecting international trade and ensuring the uninterrupted flow of oil and natural gas from the…

News Desk GAZA/Cairo: Talks to advance U.S. President Donald Trump’s plan to end the Gaza war have been paused since last week following joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, which escalated the regional conflict. The pause threatens to delay implementation of Trump’s key Middle East peace initiative, which involves persuading Hamas to disarm in exchange for amnesty and facilitating Gaza’s reconstruction. Backchannel communications between Israel and Hamas had been underway but were suspended when the Iran conflict erupted on February 28. A source involved in the negotiations described the delay as temporary, mainly due to travel disruptions preventing mediators from moving…

News Desk WASHINGTON: A new study has cautioned against relying entirely on artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT for medical guidance, highlighting potential risks when seeking health-related advice from AI platforms. Researchers noted that over 230 million people worldwide consult ChatGPT each week with questions about symptoms, safe foods, and home remedies. While the AI often correctly identifies clear medical emergencies, it underestimated the severity in more than half of cases requiring immediate care. The study examined 60 medical scenarios across 21 specialties, ranging from minor ailments to severe emergencies. Responses were less reliable for sensitive issues such as self-harm, where…