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AI summaryIran's internet has been almost entirely cut off for over 790 hours amid ongoing military conflict with the US and Israel, according to NetBlocks. The blackout has entered its sixth week, with connectivity at about 1% of normal levels. Google search has partially resumed, but full access remains limited.
AI summaryIran's military leadership has pledged to closely monitor enemy movements and prepare counteraction plans in the event of a ground invasion, following US President Donald Trump's statement that he did not rule out seizing Iran's Kharg Island, a key oil export hub.
AI summaryRussian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko stated that cooperation with Sri Lanka in the energy sector should be built on a solid legal and economic foundation, not limited by frameworks imposed by the United States. The remarks came during his visit to Colombo for inter-ministerial consultations, where the two countries also discussed Sri Lanka's interest in purchasing Russian oil.
AI summaryIran claims its air defenses have shot down a total of 154 US and Israeli drones since late February, including two MQ-9s near Shiraz. After the downing of what was identified as a Chinese-made Wing Loong II drone, Iran demanded explanations from Gulf states possessing that model, citing possible complicity in the conflict.
AI summaryPakistan's benchmark KSE-100 index plunged as much as 4,000 points intraday on Thursday, closing 3,500 points lower after President Trump signaled continued strikes against Iran. The selloff mirrored a global downturn in equities and a spike in oil prices, with analysts pointing to unresolved geopolitical risk.
AI summaryIran has executed two men convicted of attempting to storm a military facility in January, following the earlier execution of a third man in the same case. Rights groups have condemned the trials as unfair and warn of further executions.
AI summaryU.S. President Donald Trump said in a primetime address that the military campaign against Iran is nearing completion, but vowed to strike “extremely hard” for two to three more weeks. Iran responded with missile attacks on Israel, and the conflict continues to roil global markets and draw international concern.
AI summaryGlobal markets experienced sharp swings after President Trump vowed to continue attacking Iran, with oil prices jumping over 5% and major stock indexes falling. Earlier in the week, markets had rallied on hopes of a speedy end to the conflict after Trump suggested the war would end in 'two to three weeks'.
AI summaryEuropean defense ministers warn that the Middle East conflict is diverting resources from Ukraine, while analysts note the two wars are becoming increasingly intertwined through drone transfers, energy markets, and shifting alliances.
AI summaryThe South Korean won fell against the U.S. dollar on Thursday following U.S. President Donald Trump's hard-line address on Iran, with reports also noting a drop in Seoul's main stock index and a rebound in oil prices. Market analysts expect continued volatility as investors gauge the conflict's trajectory.
AI summaryOn day 34 of the US-Israel war on Iran, President Donald Trump claims Washington is nearing its goals, but Iran denies ceasefire talks. Missile exchanges continue, Gulf states intercept projectiles, and economic pressures mount at home as Trump prepares to address the nation.
AI summaryAccording to the Financial Times, Gulf countries are exploring alternative oil export routes—including pipelines, roads, and railways—to bypass the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflict with Iran. The proposals, which could take years and require significant investment, are driven by recent disruptions and Iran's closure of the strait to certain vessels. The US-led IMEC project connecting India to the Mediterranean is among the options under discussion.
AI summaryChina and Pakistan have issued a joint five-point plan calling for an immediate ceasefire, US-Iran talks, and security for the Strait of Hormuz. The initiative, announced after talks in Beijing, has drawn support from regional powers including Turkey, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia, marking a significant diplomatic push to resolve the crisis.
AI summaryDemocratic Senate leader Chuck Schumer vowed the Senate would not support a US withdrawal from NATO after President Trump said he was considering leaving the alliance. Bipartisan senators defended NATO, and a 2023 law requiring Senate approval makes unilateral withdrawal difficult.
AI summaryIn a primetime address, President Trump claimed the US-Israeli operation's core objectives are nearing completion and projected the war lasting two to three weeks, but offered little clarity on exit strategies or the fate of a proposed peace plan. Critics and analysts note inconsistencies in his statements, particularly regarding the Strait of Hormuz and the role of ground troops, as domestic pressures mount.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump says shipping in the Strait of Hormuz will resume naturally once the conflict with Iran concludes, while also stating Washington has no plans to normalize transit itself. Iran has allowed friendly nations to pass but demands American ships leave the Persian Gulf, and Russia urges the US to cease hostilities first.
AI summaryPresident Donald Trump announced the U.S. will intensify military pressure on Iran over the next two to three weeks, citing nearing completion of core strategic objectives. He also renewed calls for nations dependent on the Strait of Hormuz to secure the waterway, while reports surface of a planned naval blockade and threats to strike Iranian infrastructure.
AI summarySouth Korea has secured 50 million barrels of alternative crude for April and 60 million for May, replacing supplies blocked by the Strait of Hormuz closure. The government has raised its crisis alert, introduced an oil swap system, and is compensating importers for additional shipping costs. Middle Eastern nations, including Saudi Arabia and the UAE, are reportedly interested in using South Korea's storage facilities.
AI summaryIsraeli air defences intercepted three waves of Iranian missiles early Thursday, causing light injuries in the Tel Aviv area. The attack, one of Iran's largest in weeks, came amid heightened US-Iran tensions and after President Trump defended US operations in Iran.