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Iran war spurs work-from-home calls, fuel-saving measures in Southeast Asia

With inflation also accelerating in parts of Southeast Asia, policymakers are acting to rein in consumption as the price surge threatens additional strain

Saudi Arabia intercepts 50 drones, Israel launches fresh strikes on Tehran

Several locations in Saudi Arabia, including the United States Embassy in Riyadh, key oil infrastructure facilities, and a military base hosting American troops, have faced threats

Two killed by drone debris in Oman; Sirens heard at Turkiye's Air Base

Drone crashed in the al-Awahi industrial area, resulting in the deaths of two foreign workers and injuries to several others

Pak PM pledges 'solidarity, support' to Saudi Arabia amid ongoing Iran war

Pak PM's solidarity pledge came during his Saudi visit, part of Islamabad's efforts to engage Tehran and Jeedah and de-escalate regional tensions

US waiver frees up 19 million barrels of Russia oil for purchase

The crude is being carried on 25 vessels, with grades such as Sokol on ships near China. There's also a number of tankers in the Arabian Sea that are mainly loaded with the medium-sour Urals blend

'Alive in some form but damaged': Trump on Iran leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Trump's remarks came after reports claimed that Khamenei was injured in US-Israeli strikes that killed his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, during an attack on a compound in Tehran on February 28

Donald Trump issues fresh threat to Iran, says 'watch what happens today'

In a post on Truth Social, Trump warned Iran of consequences, saying Washington had unmatched firepower and unlimited ammunition to destroy the 'terrorist regime' in Tehran

How AI is reshaping modern warfare as US strikes targets at record speed

From analysing drone footage to selecting targets, AI tools are now playing a growing role in modern warfare, helping the US military carry out strikes faster during the ongoing conflict in Iran

Attack on Safesea Vishnu 'deliberate, calculated': Safesea Group chairman

On March 11, the Marshall Islands-flagged Safesea Vishnu was attacked off Khor Al Zubair port near Basra, Iraq by an Iranian 'suicide' boat

Japan, Asia-Pacific nations to pledge $30 bn energy, mineral deals with US

The deals will take the form of purchase commitments and other transactions spanning a range of products and sectors, including coal, oil, liquefied natural gas and nuclear power

China condemns Iran's attacks on Gulf nations, calls for ceasefire

China condemned indiscriminate attacks on civilians and Gulf states, while urging ceasefire and diplomacy. China also abstained from a UN resolution condemning Iran's strikes

West Asia war updates: Israel says Iran offensive progressing; Brent slips

As the West Asia war enters Day 14, Israel says its campaign against Iran remains strong; India assures fuel supply. Here are the top updates at 9 am (IST)

3,100 attacks against minorities in Bangladesh since Aug 2024: Centre

Indian mission and posts in Bangladesh ensure that distressed Indian nationals are extended help and support promptly

Earthquake of magnitude 5.5 jolts Turkiye, no casualties reported

Many residents were seen waiting in cars or in the streets despite the cold, afraid to return to homes, Haberturk news channel reported

Iran war, rising fuel costs could boost Panama Canal traffic: Administrator

Panama Canal Administrator Ricaurte Vasquez said that higher energy, fuel and navigation costs could make the Panama Canal a more attractive option for commercial traffic

16 and counting: Oil, cargo ships becoming targets in West Asia conflict

Before the war, about 80 oil and gas tankers crossed the strait daily, moving roughly 20 million barrels; Now, shipping has plunged, with barely one or two vessels able to pass each day

Trump admin denounces CNN for airing messages from Iranian leaders

Two days earlier, White House communications director Steven Cheung took issue with CNN anchor Erin Burnett's interview with Hossein Mousavian, a former Iranian nuclear negotiator

Trump says Iran situation progressing rapidly, hails US military strength

Reflecting on his earlier time in office, Trump said his administration's efforts to rebuild the US military had strengthened its current capabilities

Unilever plans to boost CEO pay, overhaul incentives to attract US talent

In 2026, if CEO Fernando Fernández hits the top performance target, his pay could exceed $21 million; if Unilever's share price also rises 50%, his compensation may surpass $26 million

Iran weakened by strikes but regime change not guaranteed: Netanyahu

The Israeli premier asserted that the war was inevitable once Iran accelerated efforts to revive its nuclear and missile programs following the June 2025 conflict