Russia condemned U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, but their response to helping Iran might surprise you Russia cautious amid Iran-U.S. conflict. We Got This Covered · Mar 6
Remain indoors: Embassy of India in Doha issues urgent advisory amid security alert in Qatar and escalating US-Israel war against Iran Amidst escalating Middle East tensions, India's Embassy in Doha has issued an urgent advisory for Indian nationals in Qatar to remain indoors and adhere to local safety instructions. Qatar's airspace closure has led to flight suspensions, stranding travellers. The embassy has activated emergency helplines and introduced a special registration for… The Times of India · Mar 6
1 Defense Stock Cathie Wood Is Buying Now as the U.S.-Israel War on Iran Heats Up Defense stocks are surging. And Cathie Wood just made a $21 million bet on one name that could be at the center of it all. Barchart · Mar 6
Iran denies attacking Saudi Arabia and Oman – their explanation for who did it reveals a much bigger game being played Geopolitical chess going on here. We Got This Covered · Mar 6
Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, flydubai: How to claim refunds, rebook for UAE flights amid US-Israel war against Iran Middle East air travel faced major disruptions due to airspace closures, leading to widespread flight cancellations. Major UAE carriers like Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia and flydubai are offering flexible rebooking, refunds and travel credits to affected passengers. While operations are gradually resuming, travellers are advised to stay updated and utilise… The Times of India · Mar 6
Evidence suggests the deadly blast at an Iranian school was likely a US airstrike Satellite images and videos of an Iranian girls school damaged by large explosions at the start of a U.S.-Israeli airstrike campaign targeting the Islamic Republic indicate a targeted attack from the air hit the building The Independent UK · Mar 6
‘The memories stay behind’: hundreds of thousands flee the Israeli bombs in Beirut The normally vibrant southern suburbs are a ghost town, their throngs of people replaced by rubble and fires The Guardian - UK · Mar 6
Iran 'weakened but dangerous' as US air defence stocks face strain Six days into the war between the United States, Israel and Iran, bombardments are intensifying – as are questions about how long the conflict can last, whether air defence systems can keep up and what a victory over Iran would mean. Retired general François Chauvancy spoke to RFI about Iran’s… Radio France Internationale · Mar 6
Lebanon: Israeli strikes on Hezbollah stronghold displace thousands in Beirut Israeli strikes on Beirut’s suburbs have forced a mass exodus, with more than 95,000 people displaced after evacuation warnings for the crowded southern suburbs. Euronews · Mar 6
How the Iran war is underpinned by ‘end times’ religious fervour in Washington and Tehran COMMENT: An overlapping belief in end times, or the second coming, underpins much of the motivation in the corridors of power in Washington and in the bunkers where the ayatollahs hide today, writes world affairs editor Sam Kiley The Independent UK · Mar 6
Iran: Worshippers in Tehran rally after Friday prayers As Iran and Israel exchange strikes, Tehran worshippers rally in support of the Islamic Republic, echoing calls for resistance against Israel and the US. Euronews · Mar 6
Russia supplying Iran with intelligence to target US forces, says report Moscow is rushing to the support of its ally amid a joint US-Israeli bombing campaign The Independent UK · Mar 6
Israel Pounds Hezbollah Strongholds, Pressures Lebanon to Break Free from Iran-Backed Proxy Israel launches airstrikes on Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, urging Lebanon to reclaim sovereignty from Iran-backed proxies. International Business Times UK · Mar 6
Iran’s divided media landscape makes getting information during wartime even harder From brutal crackdowns on nationwide protests in January, to Israel and the United States’ recent strikes, Iran has been in the international spotlight for weeks. Reporting on Iran is challenging, both from inside the country and from outside. During periods of unrest and political turmoil, it becomes even harder and… The Conversation · Mar 6
The Conversation · Mar 6 How people in the Gulf are reacting to the Iran war Iran immediately responded to US-Israeli strikes on February 28 by launching coordinated missile and drone attacks against US military installations in the Gulf region. Since then, its targeting has expanded to airports, seaports, hotels and oil refineries. The debris from missile interceptions has produced several casualties.
The Independent UK · Mar 6 Japan, Canada sign strategic agreement in defense and energy as war in Mideast fuels oil concerns Japan and Canada have signed a strategic agreement aimed at strengthening cooperation in defense, economic and energy security as military strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel fueled concern about international oil supplies
Evening Standard · Mar 6 Moment 50 Israeli jets bomb Khamanei’s underground bunker in devastating Tehran attack The aerial footage shows bombs destroying several streets as Israel and the US ramp up strikes
The Times of India · Mar 6 'Make Iran Great Again': Trump demands Tehran's 'unconditional surrender' Trump's remark come amid a sharp escalation in regional tensions following a joint US and Israeli military strike on Iranian territory on February 28. The attack reportedly killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei along with several senior figures, prompting a strong response from Tehran. Earlier on Thursday, Trump said he…
The Guardian - UK · Mar 6 Trump demands Iran’s ‘unconditional surrender’ as bombs pound Tehran and Beirut US president again calls on Iranian people to overthrow government or face ‘absolutely guaranteed death’
Newslaundry · Mar 6 Why has India chosen US-Israel over Iran? A West Asia expert explains the shift While Prime Minister Modi was quick to condemn Iran's strikes in the Gulf, New Delhi largely maintained a notable silence regarding the assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. By withholding both a formal condemnation of the US-Israeli strikes and any expression of condolence until the Foreign Secretary finally signed the condolence…
Newslaundry · Mar 6 Govt suspends TRPs for 4 weeks over ‘sensationalist’ coverage of Iran-Israel war The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has directed the Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC), which manages the TV audience measurement system in India, to "withhold reporting the Television Rating Points (TRPs) for News TV channels” for four weeks until further directions.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 6 ‘From one catastrophe to another’: Lebanese Australians look on in horror as relatives flee homes With friends and relatives in danger amid bombing in parts of Lebanon, many diaspora members are suffering a heavy psychological toll
The Guardian - AU · Mar 6 As Australia becomes more integrated into the US military machine, can it avoid being dragged into war? The US-Israel war on Iran shows once again how deadly it is to be America’s enemy – but also how very hard it is to be its friend
The Guardian - UK · Mar 6 Britain’s war hawks are very upset that Keir Starmer isn’t personally riding a bomb all the way to Tehran Didn’t you know? True British patriots are the ones who want to join an obviously disastrous war on behalf of Israel and Donald Trump, says Guardian columnist Marina Hyde
International Business Times UK · Mar 6 Israeli Minister's Daughter Alleges 'Ritualistic' Sexual Abuse by Parents and Brother — Israeli Media Barred From Reporting Shoshana Strook, daughter of Israeli settlements minister Orit Strook, accuses her family of sexual abuse, but a gag order restricts Israeli media from reporting details.