CONFLICT

Mar 05 2026POLITICS

Israel Plans New Attacks on Iran’s Hidden Missile Bunkers

Israel has moved into a second stage of its campaign against Iran, targeting underground missile storage sites. The move follows the first week’s strikes that hit Iranian leaders and sparked a wider regional conflict, with Israel and the U. S. attacking targets in Iran, Lebanon, Iraq and the Gulf.

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Mar 05 2026POLITICS

Health Facilities Under Attack in Iran

The World Health Organization confirmed that 13 attacks have targeted health care sites in Iran, and one attack was reported in Lebanon. Four medical workers lost their lives, while 25 others were wounded. During a press briefing, the WHO director‑general said no blame was assigned. He noted that f

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Mar 05 2026BUSINESS

Seafarers Get New Safety Choice Amid Gulf Tensions

A recent shift in policy lets sailors decline voyages through the Middle East Gulf, especially the Strait of Hormuz, when danger spikes. The move follows rising military tensions and incidents that left ships damaged and crew injured or dead since late February. About 300 vessels are currently stuck

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Mar 05 2026POLITICS

Hezbollah’s Elite Soldiers Return to Fight Israeli Forces in Southern Lebanon

In a fresh move, Hezbollah has sent its top fighters back to the border zone of southern Lebanon, where they had previously withdrawn after last year’s conflict. Sources close to the group say these seasoned troops were ordered to confront Israeli tanks and block further advances, citing Khiyam a

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Mar 05 2026POLITICS

Oil Ships in Danger as Middle East Tensions Rise

The Gulf’s waterway, a lifeline for global oil and gas, is now a hotspot as attacks on ships grow more frequent. A Bahamas‑flagged tanker near Iraq’s Khor al Zubair port was struck by an Iranian explosive boat, while another anchored off Kuwait suffered a massive blast that leaked oil. These inciden

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Mar 04 2026POLITICS

U. S. Eyes Iran’s Future After Military Action

The White House said President Trump is talking with his advisers about what the United States might do in Iran once a recent military campaign ends. Trump’s team is also watching reports that Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Iran’s former supreme leader, could become the next top religious ruler. The a

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Mar 04 2026POLITICS

Oil Prices Rise as Tensions Around Iran Grow

A new conflict that started three days ago has already pushed up oil and gas prices in the United States and around the world. The fighting began with attacks on Iranian targets, including its leader, and Iran has struck a range of sites in neighboring countries such as Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Tho

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Trump’s Iran Gamble: A Power Play Gone Wrong

Trump has pushed himself into a risky conflict with Iran that could backfire on both foreign policy and his own political future. By announcing plans to topple the Iranian government, he is hoping for a quick victory that would keep him in control of the U. S. narrative and prevent a domestic loss a

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Israel Expands Military Presence in Lebanon After Hezbollah Escalation

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has pushed its troops further into southern Lebanon, moving beyond the five posts it currently holds. This shift is part of a new forward defense strategy aimed at blocking potential attacks from the Hezbollah group, which has begun launching rockets and drones toward

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Israel’s New Play: Turning War into a Chance for Change

Israel has stepped up its actions against Iran and its allies, turning what once seemed like a risky move into a strategic opportunity. For years the country worried that striking Iran would invite retaliation from Hezbollah, a powerful Lebanese group backed by Tehran. Now, Israel and the Unit

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