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US bombs Iran’s Kharg Island in massive raid, Trump warns oil hub could be next

Washington claims US destroyed all military targets on Iran’s main oil export island but warns its critical oil infrastructure could be hit if Tehran disrupts shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei reportedly in coma after airstrike

Unverified report claims Mojtaba Khamenei lost a leg and suffered severe internal injuries; questions mount over who is directing Iran’s war strategy.

Russia oil

US eases Russia oil sanctions for 30 days as Iran war disrupts global supply

Temporary waiver allows sale of Russian oil stranded at sea after crude prices surge past $100 per barrel amid Strait of Hormuz shutdown.

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US military aircraft crashes in Iraq as Iran war escalates, Tehran-backed militia claims attack

Five crew members aboard US KC-135 that crashed in western Iraq as rescue operation underway while Washington says incident was not caused by hostile fire.

United States

US burns $11.3 billion in first six days of Iran war

Trump administration says early cost excludes troop buildup and pre-strike military preparations as conflict enters its second week.

Iran-US

Iran lays down three conditions to end war with US and Israel

Tehran says recognition of its rights, war reparations and firm guarantees against future attacks are essential for peace as the Middle East conflict enters its 13th day.

Indian national

Indian sailor killed as Iran strikes oil tankers in Gulf war escalation

Tehran targets two crude carriers near Iraq amid Hormuz threats as India condemns attacks on commercial shipping.