Major blow to Hamas: Senior financier eliminated in Lebanon, claims IDF
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Sunday said it had eliminated a senior financial operative of Hamas in Lebanon.
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German Defence MInister Pistorius launches Asia Tour to bolster defence partnerships
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius arrived in Tokyo on Sunday to kick off a multi-nation Asia trip focused on strengthening military cooperation and defence industry ties with key regional partners amid global security challenges.
LeT commander Bilal Arif Sarafi stabbed, shot dead by his own family after Eid prayers in Pakistan
Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Bilal Arif Sarafi was reportedly stabbed and shot dead by his own family members shortly after Eid prayers in Pakistan on Saturday, according to media reports.
Iran strikes hard: 200 injured in Dimona, Arad as ballistic missiles slip through
Nearly 200 people were injured after Iranian strikes hit the southern Israeli cities of Dimona and Arad on Saturday, according to media reports.
Will hit Delhi, Mumbai: Ex-diplomat Abdul Basit’s shocking threat if US attacks Pakistan
Former Pakistan High Commissioner to India Abdul Basit has sparked controversy after suggesting that Islamabad could target India in the event of a foreign attack on Pakistan.
Will hit Delhi, Mumbai: Former Pak diplomat Abdul Basit’s shocking threat if US attacks
Former Pakistan High Commissioner to India Abdul Basit has sparked controversy after suggesting that Islamabad could target India in the event of a foreign attack on Pakistan.
Woman dies mid-air on London-bound British Airways flight; body stored in galley for 13-hours
A female passenger in her 60s died shortly after takeoff on a long-haul British Airways flight from Hong Kong to London, prompting an unusual and distressing situation onboard.
Trump threatens to ‘obliterate’ Iran power plants over Hormuz blockade; Tehran issues retaliation warning
Tensions between the United States and Iran have sharply escalated after US President Donald Trump issued a stark ultimatum demanding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil chokepoint.
Iran’s 4,000 km Diego Garcia missile attempt triggers alarm over undeclared long-range capabilities
Iran reportedly launched two intermediate-range ballistic missiles towards the US-UK joint military base at Diego Garcia, marking a sharp escalation in its strategic signalling.
From proxy to blowback: Pakistan tops global terror index as violence spirals within
Pakistan has emerged as the world’s most terrorism-affected nation, according to the latest Global Terrorism Index (GTI) 2026 report.
Iranian missile debris falls near Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem on Eid
Iran fired nine salvos of ballistic missiles at Israel on Friday, with fragments from an intercepted missile striking Jerusalem Old City and causing damage to nearby structures.
Middle East crisis: IDF claims top Basij spy chief killed in bold Tehran strike
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Friday said that Esmail Ahmadi, head of the Intelligence Division of the Basij Force, has been killed.
US sanctions global financial network supporting Hezbollah
The United States has imposed sanctions on a global financial network accused of supporting Hezbollah.
Horror at South Korean plant: Fire leaves 10 dead, 59 injured
At least 10 people were killed and 59 others injured after a massive fire broke out at a car parts manufacturing plant in South Korea’s Daejeon city on Friday, according to media reports.
Canada extends worker support benefits through October 2026 to counter US tariffs
Canada has extended key Employment Insurance (EI) relief measures through October 2026, aiming to support workers affected by global trade disruptions and US tariffs.
No current criminal ties between India and repression in Canada, says Canada's National Police Commissioner
Royal Canadian Mounted Police Commissioner Mike Duheme stated there is no current criminal evidence linking the Indian government to transnational repression or foreign interference in Canada, marking a shift from prior allegations.
Trump calls allies ‘cowards’ over Iran standoff, pressure mounts on Strait of Hormuz security
US President Donald Trump has sharply criticised US allies, calling them “cowards” for failing to support Washington’s push for military assistance against Iran to secure the vital Strait of Hormuz.
Massive military move: United States sends 3 warships to Middle East, says report
The United States has deployed three naval warships to the Middle East in a significant show of force as tensions continue to escalate in the region, media reports said.
Iran's IRGC officer warns of missile 'surprise' — Killed in US-Israeli strike hours later
A senior commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has been killed in a US-Israeli airstrike, just hours after issuing a strong warning of an impending “surprise” for Israel.
USD 20 billion shock: Qatar Energy hit hard after Iran strikes key gas hub
Qatar Energy expects the damage to its Ras Laffan Industrial City caused by Iranian missile strikes to cost about $20 billion a year in lost revenue and to take up to five years to repair, impacting supply to markets in Europe and Asia.
‘If you mess up our streets...’: Two Indian-origin men fined ₹3.46 lakh for paan spitting in London
London/IBNS: Two Indian men have been fined a hefty amount for spitting paan in public spaces in Brent, according to a report by Harrow Online.
Who is Saleh Mohammadi?: 19-year-old Iranian wrestler, 2 others executed as regime cracks down on protesters
Iran has executed three men, including 19-year-old national wrestler Saleh Mohammadi, for allegedly killing police officers during anti-government protests in January, according to a human rights organisation.
G7 allies condemn Iran over Strait of Hormuz disruptions, warn of global energy fallout
The United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Japan and Canada, in a joint statement on March 19, denounced what they described as Iran’s “de facto closure” of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil trade.
US surpasses Canada in latest World Happiness Report rankings
The United States has edged out Canada in the 2026 World Happiness Report, climbing to 24th place while Canada dropped to 25th.
World’s biggest gas hub hit: Iran strike triggers global energy panic
Global energy markets have been thrown into fresh turmoil after an Iranian missile strike hit Ras Laffan Industrial City, home to the world’s largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility, forcing a complete halt in production.
Europe, Japan unite to secure Strait of Hormuz as Iran conflict escalates
As tensions in the Gulf intensify, leading European nations and Japan have pledged to join “appropriate efforts” to ensure safe passage through the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz, amid fears of a prolonged disruption to global energy supplies.
Kim Jong Un secures 99.93% votes as rare ‘no votes’ emerge in North Korea election
Kim Jong Un has once again claimed an overwhelming electoral victory, with his ruling establishment securing 99.93 percent of the vote in North Korea’s latest parliamentary elections.
Iran’s Gulf strikes push Saudi Arabia towards war — Will Pakistan be dragged in?
A dramatic escalation in the Middle East conflict unfolded as Iran launched ballistic missiles targeting Riyadh during a high-level diplomatic meeting.
Who is Bhumika Shrestha, Nepal’s first transgender woman lawmaker?
Kathmandu/IBNS: Activist Bhumika Shrestha has scripted history by becoming Nepal’s first transgender woman lawmaker, media reports said.
Canada holds key interest rate at 2.25% as the Middle East conflict clouds the economic outlook
Ottawa: The Bank of Canada kept its target for the overnight rate unchanged at 2.25%, as policymakers weighed the economic fallout from geopolitical tensions, volatile energy prices and softening domestic data.