Exporters are facing steep logistics cost increases due to disruptions caused by the Middle East conflict. The Rajkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry has urged major ports to introduce relief measures similar to those announced by the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority.

Micheal Martin said the Government is keeping rising fuel prices under active review amid the Middle East conflict. He declined to set a timeframe for any intervention, stressing that measures would be targeted and carefully considered.

Israel and Lebanon are expected to hold direct talks for the first time since the Iran war escalated the conflict. The discussions are set to address ending hostilities and the disarmament of Hezbollah amid mounting casualties and displacement in Lebanon.

Millions have been displaced inside Iran, but relatively few have fled abroad despite ongoing fighting. Neighboring countries and Europe are preparing for a potential surge in refugees if the conflict worsens.

Anya Taylor-Joy dazzled in a burgundy silk dress at a glamorous pre-Oscars party in Los Angeles. The celebration comes ahead of the Academy Awards, which will take place under heightened security measures amid global tensions.

Dubai influencers have mocked Britons who fled the city during recent attacks, calling them ungrateful as thousands return to the United Kingdom. Meanwhile, wealthy expatriates are seeking to manage potential tax bills by temporarily relocating to other European countries.

A traveller stranded in Dubai due to flight cancellations shared how persistence and monitoring flight patterns helped her secure a seat home. She advised others to visit airline offices in person and remain flexible amid ongoing disruptions.

An explosion at a Jewish school in Amsterdam has heightened fears of rising antisemitic violence linked to tensions surrounding the Israel and Iran conflict. Authorities are investigating extremist involvement as security concerns grow across Europe.

The Israeli military has again urged civilians to leave Beirut's southern suburbs amid ongoing strikes on Hezbollah targets. Residents have been told not to return until further notice.

The Israeli military said it struck a space research center and air defense production sites in Tehran overnight. Officials said the attacks significantly weakened Iran’s ability to rebuild its aerial defense systems.

A French soldier was killed in a drone strike on a joint French and Kurdish base near Erbil, reportedly carried out by Iranian-backed militias. Iraq’s prime minister has pledged an investigation as militia groups threaten further attacks on French forces.

Team USA reached the World Baseball Classic semifinals after a tense path that included confusion over its tournament status. A dramatic college basketball finish and a season-ending injury to Toronto star Auston Matthews also headlined the sports news.