Israel Strike Kills Iran Security Chief Ali Larijani, Son and Aide Also Dead
Iran’s top security chief Ali Larijani has been killed in an Israeli attack. In the same incident, his son Morteza Larijani and an aide were also killed.
Retaliatory attacks on the US Embassy and Iran-backed group bases in Baghdad leave 4 dead
At least four people have been killed in retaliatory drone and airstrikes in Baghdad, the capital of Iraq. The attacks were carried out early Tuesday morning targeting the US Embassy and bases of Iran-backed armed groups. Qatar-based news outlet Al Jazeera reported this citing eyewitnesses and security sources.
400 killed in Pakistani airstrike on hospital in Afghanistan
Pakistan’s military has carried out an airstrike on a hospital in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan. The Taliban-controlled Afghan government claims that at least 400 people were killed in the attack conducted on Monday evening. However, Pakistan has denied the allegation, stating that it only targeted specific military installations. Qatar-based media outlet Al Jazeera reported this news.
West Bengal Assembly Polls to Be Held in Two Phases on April 23 and 29
The bugle for the legislative assembly elections in five Indian states and union territories, including West Bengal, has been sounded. On Sunday (March 15), the Election Commission of India announced the polling schedule. Amid a heated political atmosphere, voting in West Bengal will be held in two phases on April 23 and April 29. The occupant of Bengal’s throne will be decided on May 4.
Drone Attack Targets US Embassy in Baghdad
A drone attack has targeted the United States Embassy in Baghdad, the capital of Iraq. This information was reported on Saturday in a report by AFP.
2,500 U.S. Marines Head to Iran War on Amphibious Warship
For the first time since the ongoing war between Iran and the United States–Israel alliance began, a decision has been made to deploy a group of 2,500 U.S. Marine troops.
Iran War Sparks Fears of a Global Economic Nightmare
The war between the United States and Israel against Iran has turned into a terrible “nightmare” for the global economy. After Iranian leader Ali Khamenei was killed in a missile strike on February 28, Tehran closed the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important shipping routes. As a result, the prices of fuel and fertilizers in the global market have soared. This has created fears of a food crisis in poorer countries.
Bangladeshi Arrested in Bahrain for Posting in Support of Iran on Facebook
Six expatriates have been arrested by Bahrain police for posting in support of Iran on the social media platform Facebook regarding the ongoing conflict between the United States and Israel with Iran. Among them, one is a Bangladeshi citizen. The remaining five are reported to be Pakistani nationals.
Iran War Escalates into Regional Conflict
Tensions across the Middle East have intensified within a week of the start of the U.S. and Israeli military operations against Iran. Despite extensive military attacks by land, sea, and air, the situation is rapidly escalating into a larger regional conflict.
Fuel Oil Prices Rise, Surpass $100 Per Barrel
Global fuel oil prices have increased by about 20 percent in the world market, reaching the highest level since July 2022. The main reason behind this is the conflict between Iran, the United States, and Israel, which has further tightened the supply system and created concerns about prolonged disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.