The Pentagon has denied reports of sending 10,000 additional combat troops to West Asia, but new reports suggest Washington is reviewing major military buildup options amid escalating tensions with Iran. Officials say the deployment would provide more military flexibility if diplomatic talks collapse. The Wall Street Journal reports that the potential force could include infantry and armored units, adding to thousands of U.S. Marines already deployed in the region. At the same time, the Pentagon is studying “final blow” scenarios including a massive bombing campaign and possible ground assault.
27 March,2026 10:52 PM IST
India has issued a fresh and urgent advisory asking all its citizens in Iran to leave immediately as tensions with the United States escalate sharply. With President Donald Trump openly considering limited military options and Tehran warning of “ferocious” retaliation, the region appears to be edging closer to a dangerous flashpoint.
24 February,2026 01:14 AM IST
Iran was plunged into a near-total internet blackout as nationwide protests over soaring prices and economic hardship spread across all 31 provinces. Authorities have not officially explained the shutdown, but Iran has repeatedly cut internet access during periods of unrest in the past. Rights groups report that dozens of protesters, including children, have been killed since demonstrations began, as security forces intensified crackdowns in multiple cities.
09 January,2026 05:46 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin says Russia is ready to end the war in Ukraine, but his comments reveal a critical condition: no compromises on Moscow’s core demands. Speaking after recent talks tied to a U.S. peace framework developed with President Donald Trump, Putin claimed he had “practically agreed” to proposals discussed at a high-level summit, while rejecting changes sought by Kyiv and European leaders.
20 December,2025 12:49 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
