Category : Middle East


EU Tightens Carbon Tax, Expands CBAM Scope

The European Union Council has strengthened the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), expanding it to over 180 additional products and introducing anti-circumvention measures, impacting India's steel and aluminium exports.

Trump Scraps Iran Strikes Without Notifying Netanyahu

US President Donald Trump halted military strikes against Iran without informing Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, blindsiding him. Trump claimed a diplomatic deal is near, but Iran denies finalizing any agreement.

Netanyahu caught off guard as Trump cancels Iran strikes

Israeli PM Netanyahu was reportedly surprised after US President Trump abruptly cancelled planned strikes on Iran and announced a diplomatic deal could be signed within days, highlighting growing tensions between the allies.

UK Envoy Pays Tribute to Ahmedabad Air Crash Victims

British High Commissioner Lindy Cameron paid tribute to the 260 victims of the Air India AI-171 crash on its first anniversary. Air India has completed interim compensation to 96% of families, with final compensation underway.

Sardinia Beach Bans Umbrellas for Most Visitors

Punta Molentis beach in Sardinia bans umbrellas for most visitors after a 2025 wildfire and storms. Only families with kids under 10 and over-65s can use them. Entry fees and caps apply.

Iran's F-14 Tomcats Engage US Military

Iran has confirmed its F-14 Tomcat fleet is in combat against the US, marking the first operational use of these iconic American-made jets against their former owners.

Iran Blocks Tanker from Strait of Hormuz

Iranian forces prevented a tanker from entering the Strait of Hormuz without prior coordination, amid reports of explosions near Bandar Abbas later denied by state media.

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