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Topic: Iran

Israeli missiles hit a site in Iran, US media reports

Iran's Fars news agency said an explosion was heard at an airport in the central city of Isfahan but the cause was not immediately known.

Iron Dome, David’s Sling & the Arrow — what makes up Israel’s mega multi-layered air defence system

On 6 May 1985, Israel and the United States signed an MoU on the development of a missile defence system against long-range threats, which is the genesis of Tel Aviv’s air defence umbrella.

Iran’s response to Israel’s attack is a turning point in history. Will Netanyahu fold?

Benjamin Netanyahu will likely take even more erratic actions against Iran, especially now that he is more isolated than before and finds himself on the losing side of everything.

Israel’s allies urge restraint after Iran attack, Netanyahu faces pressure at home

Beleaguered Israeli PM faces pressure to avoid further escalation from global allies who helped defend Tel Aviv Saturday night. Members of his cabinet urges aggressive response.

Indian officials will be allowed to meet 17 crew members of seized ship soon, says Iran

Assurance came during EAM Jaishankar’s telephonic call with his Iranian counterpart. Indian foreign minister also spoke with his Israeli counterpart.

Story of Israel-Iran friendship shows the latest conflict is neither inevitable nor permanent

The story teaches us what happens when ideology and hubris overtake calm, rational decision-making based on national interests.

Iran launches ballistic missile strike on Israel, says ops concluded but tensions rise

Tehran retaliates to 1 April airstrike in Syria that killed two of its commanders, for which it blames Tel Aviv. Attacks condemned by UK, France, Germany, the European Union etc.

Iran launches drone attack at Israel, expected to unfold ‘over hours’

By Dan Williams and Parisa Hafezi JERUSALEM/DUBAI (Reuters) - Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps said it launched dozens of drones and missiles at Israel on Saturday, an attack that may trigger

Iran seizes Israel-affiliated container ship in Persian Gulf, 17 Indians among crew

Iran's IRGC Navy Saturday seized MSC Aries, which was on its way to Navi Mumbai. India is in touch with Iranian authorities to ensure security & early release of Indians, it is learnt.

Israel braces for retaliation by Iran after airstrike in Syria, Biden urges Tehran to stand down

Two Iranian senior commanders were killed in the 1 April airstrike on diplomatic compound in Syria. Tehran blames Israel, though Tel Aviv hasn't claimed responsibility for attack.

On Camera

There’s an emerging duopoly in India’s aviation sector. 7 reforms to encourage competition

Companies should not unnecessarily increase fares to increase their profits and should adhere to aviation regulations. The need today is to issue licenses to new players.

500% tariffs ahead for India? Trump’s lined up a big bad Bill for countries buying Russian oil

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham says bill will be 'well-timed, as Ukraine is making concessions for peace and Putin is all talk, continuing to kill the innocent'.

2025: Pakistan’s deadliest year in over a decade

Islamabad-based think-tank PICSS's new report says Pakistan saw 'pronounced escalation' in violence last year, with 3,413 conflict-related deaths compared to 1,950 in previous year.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.