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Death toll from joint US‑Israeli strike on girls' school in Iran's Hormozgan province rises to 148, with 95 wounded

New video contradicts US claims on Iran school strike

A new video suggests a US Tomahawk missile hit an Iranian naval facility near Minab's Shajarah Tayyebeh school, reportedly killing 175 civilians. While Trump denied targeting the school, US forces confirmed strikes along Iran's southern coast amid rising tensions near the Strait of Hormuz. Mar 9, 2026
India processing Russian oil is pragmatic decision: US

India processing Russian oil is pragmatic decision: US

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright called India's decision to process Russian crude a "pragmatic move" to stabilize Asian energy supplies amid geopolitical disruptions. He clarified that the policy does not alter US sanctions on Russia but helps move stranded crude in Asian waters to refineries in India. Mar 9, 2026
UAE intercepts 113 unmanned aerial vehicles and 16 ballistic missiles

UAE intercepts 113 unmanned aerial vehicles and 16 ballistic missiles

The United Arab Emirates said its air defence systems intercepted 113 UAVs and 16 of 17 ballistic missiles during Iranian attacks. One missile fell into the sea, while four drones landed within the country. Since the start of the attacks, 238 ballistic missiles have been detected — 221 destroyed. Mar 8, 2026
Fuel and food supplies to Balochistan face disruption due to Israel-Iran conflict

Fuel and food supplies to Balochistan face disruption due to Israel-Iran conflict

Local traders say nearly 80% of fuel and food in these border areas comes from Iran, and with trade nearly halted, shortages have begun to appear in local markets. Prices of essential commodities such as flour, cooking oil, milk, LPG gas, petrol and diesel have surged, with food prices in coastal districts rising by 30–40%. Mar 8, 2026
Fire erupts in Afghanistan's Torkham after Pakistani forces strike

Fire erupts in Afghanistan's Torkham after Pakistani forces strike

A fire broke out in a market in Torkham, Afghanistan, after alleged shelling by Pakistan forces, destroying over 150 shops. The incident comes amid escalating clashes along the Durand Line border, with Taliban officials claiming dozens of Pakistani soldiers were killed in recent fighting Mar 8, 2026