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India launches Operation Sindhu to evacuate its nationals from Iran

India on Wednesday announced launching 'Operation Sindhu' to evacuate Indian nationals from Iran as the conflict between Iran and Israel showed no sign of letting up. "India accords highest priority to the safety and security of Indian nationals abroad," the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. More than 4,000 Indian nationals are living in Iran and half of them are students. The MEA said the Indian embassy in Tehran has evacuated 110 Indian students from northern Iran, assisting them in safely crossing over into Armenia on Tuesday. The students have travelled by road to the Armenian capital, Yerevan, under the supervision of the Indian missions in Iran and Armenia. "These students departed Yerevan on a special flight at 1455 hours on June 18 and will arrive in New Delhi in the early hours of June 19 as part of the initial stages of Operation Sindhu," the MEA said. New Delhi said it is grateful to the governments of Iran and Armenia for the smooth facilitation of the evacuati

'I may do it, I may not; No one knows what I'll do': Trump on striking Iran

Donald Trump said his patience with Iran had run out, as Israeli airstrikes intensified in Tehran. Meanwhile, Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei rejected Trump's call for unconditional surrender

Explained: Why Israel can’t strike Iran’s Fordo nuclear site

Iran’s Fordo nuclear facility, buried deep within a mountain, is considered nearly impossible to destroy, except by one specific American weapon.

Chinese nationals flee Iran by land as Israel conflict escalates

China started evacuating its citizens from Tehran to Turkmenistan by bus on Tuesday, a distance of 1,150 km, state-run China News Service reported Wednesday

Despite close ties with Iran, Russia stands aside as Israel attacks

Analysts say the Kremlin is prioritizing its own war against Ukraine, as well as its relations with Gulf nations that don't want to see a stronger Iran

Iran war reflects a changed west asia and a new Israeli military doctrine

For years, Israel contained its conflicts with Tehran, Hamas and Hezbollah. The broad assault on Iran highlights a shift in strategy

Who is Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's reclusive Supreme Leader?

The cleric has ruled for more than three decades, spearheading a policy of backing proxy groups to wield influence across the Middle East

Khamenei succession: Who might replace Iran's powerful Supreme Leader?

The Supreme Leader is the most powerful figure in Iran. What happens if Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is no longer able to fill that role?

Iran warns US intervention in Israel conflict could trigger all-out war

A spokesman for Iran's foreign ministry issued a warning Wednesday that an American intervention in the ongoing Israeli strikes targeting his country would spark an all-out war. Esmail Baghaei made the comments in an interview live on Al Jazeera English. It was his first in the ongoing conflict. Baghaei said: Any American intervention would be a recipe for an all-out war in the region. President Donald Trump initially distanced himself from Israel's attacks on Iran but has hinted at greater US involvement, saying he wants something much bigger than a ceasefire. The US has also sent more warplanes to the region. Thousands of Israelis stranded abroad. The conflict has disrupted flight patterns across the region.

'I don't care what she said': Trump on Tulsi Gabbard's Iran nukes claim

US President Donald Trump dismisses his spy chief Tulsi Gabbard's claim that Iran halted its nuclear weapons program, insisting Tehran is 'very close' to building a bomb

News highlights: India needs to try become indispensable like China, says CEA Nageswaran

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Iran urges public to watch for Mossad agents in masks and sunglasses

Amid the current hostilities with Israel, a statement from Iran's Intelligence Ministry warns citizens to be cautious of unfamiliar individuals wearing masks or goggles, driving pickup trucks

Trump cuts short G7 visit amid Middle East crisis: Know details | Iran-Israel war | G7 summit 2025

US President Donald Trump cut short his G7 visit in Canada amid the growing Middle East crisis. Watch the video for details.

Israel says it killed Iran's top general days after predecessor's death

Major General Ali Shadmani was reportedly killed in an Israeli airstrike days after taking over Iran's top military post

Video: Israel bombs Iran state TV during live broadcast

Video: Israel bombs Iran state TV during live broadcast

Why Israel can't easily strike Fordow, Iran's underground nuclear site

With Iran's Fordo nuclear site buried deep in a mountain, Israel lacks both the weaponry and political support to mount a successful strike

India in touch with students in Iran to ensure their safety, says MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs' statement read, "The Indian Embassy in Tehran is continuously monitoring the security situation and engaging Indian students in Iran to ensure their safety"

New highlights: PM Modi leaves for Canada to attend G7 summit after concluding Cyprus visit

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Israeli missile hits Iranian state-run television HQ; broadcast halted

Iran's state-run news agency reported Monday that state-run television abruptly stopped a live broadcast after an Israeli strike. During the broadcast, an Iranian state television reporter said the studio was filling with dust after the sound of aggression against the homeland. Suddenly, an explosion occurred, cutting the screen behind her as she hurried off camera. The broadcast quickly switched to prerecorded programmes. An hour earlier, Israel had issued a warning the evacuate the area of Iran's capital where the TV studios are located.

Iran urges Trump to make Israel halt war; Netanyahu hails 'path to victory'

Israeli forces stepped up their bombardment of Iranian cities, while Iran proved capable of piercing Israeli air defences with one of its most successful volleys yet of retaliatory missile strikes