RAF Fairford: What happened and who is behind the alleged terror plot? Major incident declared over suspected plot against RAF Fairford, a Gloucestershire airbase used by the United States Air Force The Independent UK · Sep 27
'Won't bow our head': Iran embassy invokes Baahubali to echo Pezeshkian's UN speech Highlighting the parallels between resilience and heroism, the Iranian Embassy in Hyderabad unveiled a video featuring President Masoud Pezeshkian's UNGA address likened to the epic tale of Baahubali. The embassy conveyed Iran's steadfastness against external pressures, as exemplified in Dr. Pezeshkian's rejection of U.S. sanctions. He asserted Iran's commitment to… The Times of India · Sep 27
Trump Hails UK Terror Arrests: President praises British police after RAF Fairford plot; men remain in custody In a significant security operation, five individuals were arrested near RAF Fairford in the UK on suspicion of plotting a terrorist act with explosives. The arrests stemmed from an investigation into three suspicious vehicles approaching the air base. Following a police alert, precautionary measures were enacted, including evacuating surrounding homes.… The Times of India · Sep 27
Trump says UK terror suspects were looking to do ‘big damage’ near US air base US President Donald Trump said suspects arrested near RAF Fairford in the UK were looking to do “big damage” as police detained five men in a terror and explosives probe. Authorities are currently searching three suspicious vehicles as part of the investigation. There are increased security measures around US military… The Economic Times · Sep 27
Where is RAF Fairford? Base used by US during Iran war at center of terror probe IN FULL The Independent UK · Sep 27
Trump Rejects Deal To Reopen Strait Of Hormuz. Iran Says It Will Wait For Confirmation. Trump has said that the deal is unacceptable and claimed that the U.S. controls the Strait and its oil supply, but the Iranian Foreign Minister revealed that Iran would wait for official confirmation of the rejection. International Business Times · Sep 27
'American terrorist army': Iran claims second US submarine seized in Hormuz Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) navy has claimed it captured a second advanced US unmanned underwater vehicle, the Remus 600, in the Strait of Hormuz. The Times of India · Sep 27
Republicans are running for the hills Ahead of the midterms, voters are livid at Donald Trump — and the GOP is on notice Salon · Sep 27
Major Incident Declared At UK Military Base That Doubles As An FOB For U.S. Forces. Several men were arrested near RAF Fairford, a base that has been used by American bombers since the beginning of the Iran conflict. International Business Times · Sep 27
'Ready to inflict greater damage': Iran warns of renewed US attack, says it is prepared Iran on Sunday warned that the United States could launch a renewed attack, saying Tehran was prepared for a confrontation and would inflict “greater damage” on Washington, according to Iranian state media. The Times of India · Sep 27
UK police arrest 5 men, counter-terror squad probes ‘major incident’ near air base used by US forces British police said they had evacuated homes Sunday near the air base of Fairford in southwest England used by US air forces and arrested five men over suspected explosives offences. British counter-terrorism police are investigating the incident. France 24 · Sep 27
Iran’s Mojtaba Khamenei ‘pulled from rubble’ after hospital hit by US-Israeli strikes Iran’s supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei was reportedly “pulled from the rubble” of a Tehran hospital after US and Israeli strikes hit the medical centre where he had been taken following earlier attacks, the New York Post reported. The Times of India · Sep 27
Asian Games 2026: Disappointing day for Indian athletes in kurash India's athletes struggled in kurash at the Asian Games, with all competitors losing their respective matches. Vishal, who had a first-round bye, was defeated by Kunathip Yea-on from Thailand in the quarterfinals. Yash Kumar Chauhan lost in the pre-quarterfinals to Shakarmamad Mirmamdov from Tajikistan after a challenging bout. In the… The Economic Times · Sep 27
Will Nifty, Sensex tumble on Monday? 5 factors which will drive D-Street action this week Following a 7-week decline in Nifty, Dalal Street faces a holiday-shortened week driven by five key factors: escalating US-Iran conflict, Brent crude trading above $104, US 10-year Treasury yields above 5.1%, continued FII outflows, and rupee volatility within the 95.50-96.50 trading band. The Economic Times · Sep 27
The Economic Times · Sep 27 'Worry and sorrow': Middle East war opens old wounds in Kurdistan Residents of Penjwen express deep concern over the ongoing Middle East conflict and its impact. They recall traumatic memories from the Iran-Iraq war and fear renewed violence might affect their lives. Many residents reflect on past destruction and emphasize the long-term impact on their hometown's infrastructure.
The Times of India · Sep 27 US pressure on Iran bites as Gulf nations tighten economic screws: Scott Bessent The campaign centres on Operation Economic Outcast, launched by the US Treasury on August 24 as a broad effort to cut Iran’s access to international finance and other economic channels. The Treasury says the campaign is targeting networks involved in oil smuggling, sanctions evasion and the movement of money linked…
The Economic Times · Sep 27 US Iran war: Tehran insists on diplomatic solution after Trump rejects peace plan Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi emphasized that diplomatic solutions are essential for resolving tensions with the US and Israel. US President Donald Trump rejected Iran's proposal for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting they are desperate for a deal. Despite this, Iranian officials remain hopeful that mediators will convey a…
The Economic Times · Sep 27 US Treasury chief Bessent claims successes in isolating Iran US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has initiated global efforts to economically isolate Iran through new restrictions. These restrictions target airlines and banking operations in various countries. Turkey and Oman have stopped flights from Mahan Air and the UAE has prohibited Iranian airline flights. Additionally, banking transactions involving Iran's Bank Melli…
The Times of India · Sep 26 Iran holds firm on Hormuz conditions, awaits formal US response to peace plan Tehran is awaiting a formal US response to its seven-day proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the conflict, Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday, despite US president Donald Trump publicly rejecting the plan.
The Texas Tribune · Sep 26 Paxton, Talarico spar over gas tax suspension amid rising prices Talarico, who criticized the Iran war, has called for months for a gas tax holiday. Paxton now says the tax should be permanently ended.
Fortune · Sep 26 Trump stonewalls Iran as U.S. helps double oil volume exiting the Persian Gulf, with the military now guiding ships through Hormuz in broad daylight Tanker Trackers estimated that the total amount of crude oil exiting the U.S. blockade line is now 13 million barrels per day.
The Independent UK · Sep 26 Fired 60 Minutes managing editor gives his blunt assessment of new season under Bari Weiss Guy Campanile questioned segments on the Iran war and Patrick Clancy
The Economic Times · Sep 26 From Hormuz to Saudi to US sanctions, world feels the oil heat The war in West Asia has caused significant disruptions to global oil supplies and prices. Saudi Arabia faces challenges with pipeline closures, forcing alternative routes for exports. Meanwhile, India's oil imports have significantly increased in response to evolving market conditions. The potential of expanded sanctions further complicates India's energy security…
The Economic Times · Sep 26 Donald Trump approval rating is swinging down big time among White voters in 6 states, including Republican stronghold Texas ahead of November mid-term elections 2026 Donald Trump approval ratings ahead of November 2026 Midterm-elections are showing worrying factors for the U.S President and the ruling Republican party.
Salon · Sep 26 Trump says no to Iran's Hormuz deal 210 days after launching the war, Trump rejected a proposal that could reopen the critical strait within a week