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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met Qatar's Emir in Doha as part of a Gulf tour to discuss energy security amid the US-Israeli war on Iran. She is the first EU and NATO leader to visit the region since the conflict began, highlighting Italy's concerns over energy prices and regional stability.
Rising diesel prices across Europe, driven by US-Israeli strikes on Iran and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, have pushed fuel costs to record levels. The Netherlands reports unprecedented prices, and experts warn of further increases and inflationary pressures.
A Russian drone struck a covered market in Nikopol, southern Ukraine, on Saturday, killing five people and wounding about 20, officials said, amid a wider exchange of overnight attacks that left at least 10 dead on both sides. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Istanbul for talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as air forces reported hundreds of drones launched overnight.
The Israeli Air Force has carried out fresh strikes on Iranian military infrastructure, including air defense systems and missile depots, as part of an ongoing US-Israeli operation against Iran. Iranian officials downplay the damage while vowing continued resistance, and regional tensions show no signs of abating.
Pakistan has rejected media reports that its initiative to facilitate talks between the United States and Iran has hit obstacles, calling them 'baseless' and a 'figment of imagination.' The Foreign Office reaffirmed its commitment to promoting dialogue despite acknowledged challenges, as regional tensions remain high following recent military actions.
The United Arab Emirates has banned most Iranian citizens from entering or transiting through the country, with exceptions for certain visa holders. The move comes amid heightened regional tensions following recent military exchanges between the US, Israel, and Iran. Authorities have sought to reassure the large Iranian expatriate community, though official explanations remain limited.
Bahrain has postponed a UN Security Council vote on a draft resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which has been shut since US-Israeli strikes on Iran began in late February. The resolution, backed by the US and Gulf states, faces strong opposition from Russia and China despite being significantly watered down. Iran has warned the Council against any 'provocative action.'
Russian forces launched more than 500 drones and dozens of missiles at Ukraine on Friday, killing at least 14 people in the latest daytime barrage. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the strikes as an 'Easter escalation,' while his proposal for an Easter ceasefire has been rejected by the Kremlin.
A French-owned container ship and a Japanese-owned tanker have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first such transits by Western vessels since the US-Israeli conflict with Iran effectively closed the waterway. The crossings, confirmed by shipping tracking data, come amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to reopen the strategic route for global oil and LNG supplies.
Multiple weapons experts have challenged the US denial of involvement in a strike on a sports hall in Lamerd, Iran, that killed 21 people. The US Central Command says the attack was not carried out by US forces, while Iranian officials call it a war crime.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met in Moscow, where both sides emphasized a shared strategic alignment on the Middle East, calling for de-escalation and political-diplomatic solutions. The talks follow Egyptian-mediated efforts amid heightened tensions involving Iran.
Iranian state media and military officials claim a US F-35 fighter jet was shot down over central Iran, with reports of a reward for the pilot's capture and a US search and rescue operation. Separate reports detail an A-10 Thunderbolt crash in Kuwait and an attack on US helicopters. Sources are primarily Russian state media, and claims remain unverified by independent outlets.
On day 35 of US-Israeli strikes on Iran, attacks have widened to include Tehran's historic Pasteur Institute and a bridge near the capital. Casualty figures from Iranian officials report over 2,000 killed, while diplomatic efforts by Pakistan and the UK continue amid speculation of a US military leadership shake-up.
US President Donald Trump has threatened to destroy Iranian bridges and power plants if Tehran does not agree to a deal, prompting warnings from Iran that it will strike US and Israeli targets in the region. The escalation follows a US-Israeli military operation against Iran on February 28, which reportedly killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other key leaders.
As global trade routes and energy flows face strain, Pakistan's strategic position has improved, but analysts argue the country must convert diplomatic capital into tangible economic agreements. Drawing on examples from Egypt and Türkiye, experts call for building buffers against future shocks, including foreign exchange resilience, strategic oil reserves, and support for exporters.
US President Donald Trump has threatened to strike bridges and electric power plants in Iran, escalating rhetoric that experts say could constitute war crimes. The remarks have drawn international condemnation and raised concerns about the humanitarian impact on civilians.
As the US-Israeli offensive against Iran enters its second month, luxury retailers in Dubai and Abu Dhabi report significant sales drops, with tourist traffic falling sharply. Industry analysts warn the region's luxury market could halve in March, dealing a blow to a sector already facing global headwinds.
The Gulf Cooperation Council's Secretary-General called on the UN Security Council to take measures to halt Iranian attacks and ensure safe navigation through strategic waterways, including the Strait of Hormuz. A draft resolution backed by Bahrain faces objections from Russia, China, and France.
Pakistan has stated that Afghanistan must take visible and verifiable action against militant groups using its soil, as preliminary talks between the two neighbors conclude in China. The exchanges follow months of cross-border violence, with both sides trading accusations and diplomatic efforts failing to secure a permanent ceasefire.
President Donald Trump’s primetime address on the Iran war was met with widespread skepticism from analysts and commentators, who questioned his claims of success and regime change. Fact-checkers identified misleading and false statements about the conflict and the US economy.