Oil prices climbed above $100 per barrel as the Iran war disrupted production and shipping in the Middle East. Escalating attacks and blocked exports have heightened fears of prolonged supply shortages and rising fuel costs worldwide.

Two Iranian ships left a Chinese chemical port carrying what experts believe is a key missile fuel ingredient, according to a Washington Post report. Analysts say China could have stopped the shipment but allowed it to proceed despite calls for restraint in the Middle East conflict.

Basmati exporters in Punjab and Haryana face uncertainty as Middle East tensions threaten shipments to Iran. Around 140,000 tonnes are at risk amid fears of payment delays, rising freight costs and potential trade route disruptions.

Escalating tensions in West Asia have led nearly 90 percent of Prayagraj travellers to cancel trips to the Gulf and Europe. Tourists are now choosing domestic spots and Southeast Asian destinations instead.

Israel and the United States have launched coordinated airstrikes against Iran, targeting key regime institutions. The early phase of the campaign reportedly included the assassination of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, marking a major escalation in the conflict.

Israel is preparing for at least a month of fighting with Iran as the United States increases its military involvement. Officials say coordination between the two countries is close, with a broader and more intensive phase of strikes expected.

The head of the Arraba council and a senior local official were shot and moderately wounded in the Lower Galilee town. Police launched a large-scale search and set up checkpoints as part of the investigation.

France is deploying naval and air defence assets to Cyprus after drone attacks on the island. President Emmanuel Macron will visit to show solidarity and push for regional de-escalation and maritime security.

Qatar’s prime minister said his country will keep pursuing dialogue with Iran despite recent tensions. He described recent developments as a major blow to trust but stressed continued efforts toward de-escalation.

The White House is weighing a government-backed insurance plan to keep oil flowing through the Strait of Hormuz as conflict with Iran drives up risks and fuel prices. Shipping delays and rising war-risk premiums threaten to tighten global energy supplies.

The Israeli Air Force has added orthopedic seat cushions to fighter jets to ease the strain of long missions. Aviation medicine experts say prolonged sitting and physical stress create unique health challenges for pilots.

Iran launched widespread missile and drone strikes across the Middle East, targeting sites linked to the United States and Israel. Regional governments report significant damage and rising fears of a broader war.