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US strikes 10 targets in Iran, Tehran launches attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain: Latest escalation in West Asia war

US strikes 10 targets in Iran, Tehran launches attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain: Latest escalation in West Asia war

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The US military continued its aggression against Iran for the second day straight as it said on Saturday that it carried out strikes on 10 targets in Iran after attack on a commercial ship passing through the Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iran’s navy and aerospace forces launched a joint missile and drone operation targeting US military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain. US central command said that the operation targeted 10 Iranian military sites at different locations in and around the Strait of Hormuz. (X/@CENTCOM) The latest exchange of attacks risks escalating the conflict in West Asia once again, despite Iran and the United States reaching an interim agreement aimed at negotiating a final deal to end the war. Follow US-Iran war live updates here. US launches strikes on Iran over attack on ship US central command said in a social media post that American military aircraft struck Iranian military “surveillance infrastructure, communication systems, air defence sites, drone storage facilities, and minelayer capabilities” after a merchant vessel came under attack early on Saturday. It later …

India stuns defending champion Bahrain to reach semis

India stuns defending champion Bahrain to reach semis

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India defeated Bahrain to register their fourth straight win at the AVC Men’s Volleyball Cup at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, on Tuesday. The hosts claimed their third straight-set win of the tournament to topple the defending champions (25-21, 25-16, 25-22) and confirmed a place in the semi-finals. India’s outside hitter Chirag Yadav once again led the scoring charts for India with 15 points, followed by Indian captain Jerome Vinith with 10 points. Bahrain was the top-ranked team in the group, but India entered the match with full confidence, playing its aggressive style from the start. The defending champions had a chance to stretch the match after a 3-point lead in the third set, but the hosts kept up the pressure and eventually clinched the match. India also continued their rise in the FIVB Rankings, moving up one spot to 48th in the world after reaching their first-ever semi-final at the AVC Men’s Volleyball Cup. They will next take on former Asian champions Australia on 25th June, aiming to extend their winning …

Candidates 2026: Anna Muzychuk to replace Koneru Humpy after Indian GM pulls out | Chess News

Candidates 2026: Anna Muzychuk to replace Koneru Humpy after Indian GM pulls out | Chess News

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3 min readMar 23, 2026 11:11 AM IST The global governing body of chess in India, FIDE, has announced that Ukrainian grandmaster Anna Muzychuk will be replacing Koneru Humpy in the FIDE Women’s Candidates tournament which starts later this week in Cyprus. The Indian grandmaster confirmed that she was pulling out of the event due to fears for her personal safety. In a tweet, FIDE confirmed that Humpy would be replaced by Muzychuk. FIDE wrote on X: “In accordance with the tournament regulations, her place was offered to the next highest finisher in the Women’s Events Series 2024–25 who has not yet secured qualification. As a result, Anna Muzychuk (Ukraine) will join the tournament as her replacement.” While announcing her withdrawal from the tournament, Humpy wrote on X: “After deep reflection, I have taken the difficult decision to withdraw from the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament. No event, no matter how important, can come before personal safety and well-being. Despite the assurances provided, I do not feel fully secure under the current circumstances. This is a …

PM Modi condemns attacks on energy infra, cites impact on food, fuel security| India News

PM Modi condemns attacks on energy infra, cites impact on food, fuel security| India News

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India on Friday condemned attacks on energy and civilian infrastructure in West Asia, citing their impact on global food, fuel and fertiliser security, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Bahrain’s King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa to discuss the situation in the region. Prime Minister Narendra Modi attends a plenary session of the BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro on July 7, 2025. (AFP) The phone conversation was part of Modi’s outreach to leaders of West Asian countries to address pressing issues, including the security of 10 million Indians living in the region and the need to ensure the unimpeded flow of trade and energy amid the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Modi said on social media that he had a “fruitful discussion” with Bahrain’s ruler on the current situation in West Asia. “Condemned attacks on the energy and civilian infrastructure in the region, underscoring their adverse impact on global food, fuel and fertiliser security,” he said. “We reiterated the importance of ensuring freedom of navigation and keeping shipping lines open and secure,” …

Bahrain and Saudi Arabia GPs in Formula 1 called off amid war in West Asia | Motor-sport News

Bahrain and Saudi Arabia GPs in Formula 1 called off amid war in West Asia | Motor-sport News

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3 min readUpdated: Mar 15, 2026 09:33 AM IST The Formula One Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will not take place in April as was previous scheduled, the governing body International Automobile Federation (FIA) has said. The international body also said in its statement that the races won’t be replaced by any other next month. US and Israeli attacks on Iran are continuing while Iranian drones and missiles have hit Middle Eastern capitals including Bahrain’s Manama, where team personnel would be staying in hotels. Airports in the region have closed, including Manama, with Iran threatening to block the key trade route through the Strait of Hormuz. Bahrain is also the headquarters of the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet. “It has been confirmed today that, after careful evaluations, due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East region, the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will not take place in April,” said the FIA in its statement. Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix will not take place in April.#FIA #F1 pic.twitter.com/gwHHDHkOdy — FIA (@fia) March 14, …

America’s proxy mask slips, IRGC revenge next? Iran posts proof of US HIMARS strikes from Bahrain?

America’s proxy mask slips, IRGC revenge next? Iran posts proof of US HIMARS strikes from Bahrain?

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Published on Mar 10, 2026 02:13 am IST As Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa mourns “unprecedented attacks that can’t be justified under any pretext,” Iran hits back with its own narrative, posting video it claims shows US HIMARS launchers firing at Iran from a Bahraini “residential neighbourhood.” Tehran says the clip answers those who ignore “the rationale” for its “defensive” strikes, with spokesman Esmail Baghaei accusing Washington of using Gulf soil and airspace to endanger regional security. While the Arab League brands Iran’s barrages a “huge strategic mistake,” True Promise 4 rolls on, with new blasts in Doha, Kuwait and Bahrain.   News / Videos / America’s proxy mask slips, IRGC revenge next? Iran posts proof of US HIMARS strikes from Bahrain? Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

News18 Afternoon Digest: Iran Hits Israel’s Haifa Refinery, Iran’s Attack On US Navy’s Fifth Fleet In Bahrain Kills 21 Soldiers & Other News | India News

News18 Afternoon Digest: Iran Hits Israel’s Haifa Refinery, Iran’s Attack On US Navy’s Fifth Fleet In Bahrain Kills 21 Soldiers & Other News | India News

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Last Updated:March 08, 2026, 13:47 IST We are also covering: Karnataka Student Attacks Hostel Mates With Iron Rod In Ballari, One Dead and other top news. Iran launched fresh attacks on the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet in the Juffair District in Manama, Bahrain. (Photo: File/Reuters) In today’s afternoon digest, News18 brings you the latest updates on Iran-Israel conflict as Iran claimed that its missiles struck Israel’s largest oil refinery in Haifa; Iran’s President Vows ‘Forceful’ Response To American, Israeli Attack, and other top news of the day. Iran’s Attack On US Navy’s Fifth Fleet In Bahrain Kills 21 Soldiers As Military Escalation Continues Iran has launched fresh attacks on the United States (US) Navy’s Fifth Fleet in the Juffair District in Manama, Bahrain, killing 21 soldiers, the Tehran Times reported. Their footage purportedly showed a fire at the spot. The US Navy’s Fifth Fleet, headquartered at Naval Support Activity Bahrain in Manama, is facing a major military escalation following a direct missile and drone assault by Iranian forces. Read more Iran Strikes Israel’s Haifa Refinery …

CBSE postpones 5–6 March 2026 Class 10 and 12 board exams in UAE, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain

CBSE postpones 5–6 March 2026 Class 10 and 12 board exams in UAE, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain

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CBSE Board Exam 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has postponed Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations scheduled for 5 and 6 March in several Gulf countries, citing the prevailing war situation in West Asia. According to a CBSE circular dated 3 March 2026, exams slated for Thursday, 5 March 2026 and Friday, 6 March 2026 have been deferred for students in affected countries across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The announcement was shared by the Embassy of India in Muscat, which described it as an important update for CBSE students in the region. Countries affected by the CBSE exam postponement The postponement applies to students appearing for CBSE board examinations in the following countries: Bahrain Iran Kuwait Oman Qatar Saudi Arabia United Arab Emirates The move impacts both Class 10 and Class 12 candidates. New CBSE exam dates to be announced The board said that fresh CBSE 2026 Board Examination dates will be notified at a later stage. In its circular, CBSE said it will review the situation on Thursday, 5 …

PM Modi speaks to Saudi Crown Prince, Jordan, Bahrain Kings as Iran-Israel conflict continues

PM Modi speaks to Saudi Crown Prince, Jordan, Bahrain Kings as Iran-Israel conflict continues

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“India condemns the recent attacks on Saudi Arabia in violation of its sovereignty and territorial integrity,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi said. | Photo Credit: ANI Against the backdrop of the continued conflict in the Gulf, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the King of Bahrain, Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa, and the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed Bin Salman. Also Read | Iran vows to attack any ship trying to pass through Strait of Hormuz The conversation came even as the first Indian casualty of the U.S.-Israel vs Iran conflict was confirmed by the Indian Embassy in Oman, which announced that an Indian sailor onboard oil tanker MKD Vyom has died. The Maritime Security Centre of Oman also confirmed the casualty of the Indian national in an announcement on Monday (March 2, 2026), saying that the oil tanker was hit by an explosive-laden boat northwest of Sultan Qaboos Port and its crew were evacuated following an “outbreak of fire”. Also Read: Iran-Israel war LIVE “India condemns the recent attacks on Saudi Arabia in violation of its …

PM Modi Speaks With Saudi Crown Prince, Bahrain King, Condemns Attacks On Both Nations | India News

PM Modi Speaks With Saudi Crown Prince, Bahrain King, Condemns Attacks On Both Nations | India News

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Last Updated:March 02, 2026, 18:48 IST Earlier today, PM Modi said India continues to urge peace and stability in West Asia amid rising tensions in the region. PM Modi with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman. (Reuters/File) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held telephonic conversations with Bahrain’s King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman, where he condemned Iran’s attacks on both countries and reiterated India’s support towards diplomatic efforts for the early restoration of peace and stability. “Had a productive telephone conversation with the King of Bahrain, His Majesty King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa. India condemns the attacks on Bahrain and stands in solidarity with its people in this difficult hour. I thank him for the steadfast support extended to the Indian community in Bahrain,” said PM Modi on X. Had a productive telephone conversation with the King of Bahrain, His Majesty King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa. India condemns the attacks on Bahrain and stands in solidarity with its people in this difficult hour. I thank …