The United Arab Emirates has launched a high-profile crackdown on misleading war content circulating online, arresting 35 individuals, including 19 Indian nationals, in connection with manipulated videos related to US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran. Following an extensive investigation, UAE prosecutors have fast-tracked trials for suspects accused of creating false war narratives that could incite public disorder. The UAE Attorney General, Hamad Saif Al Shams, emphasized strict digital surveillance measures to curb the spread of fabricated content and propaganda that glorifies military aggression. The investigation has categorized the accused into three distinct groups: those sharing real war footage, individuals manipulating videos using AI and propagandists promoting military escalation.
18 March,2026 05:24 PM IST
Pakistan is facing intense global scrutiny after a deadly airstrike in Kabul that reportedly hit a drug rehabilitation hospital, leaving hundreds dead. Afghanistan has accused Pakistan of targeting civilians, while Islamabad has denied the allegations, claiming only military targets were struck. India has strongly condemned the attack, calling it a criminal act and urging the international community to hold those responsible accountable. The United Nations has called for a swift and independent investigation, while the European Union and China have also expressed concern. Adding another layer to the controversy, experts have raised questions about the possible use of Chinese-origin weapons in the strike, intensifying geopolitical tensions.
18 March,2026 01:02 AM IST
India is negotiating with Iran to ensure safe passage for Indian-flagged and India-bound vessels through the Strait of Hormuz as tensions in the Gulf disrupt global shipping routes. According to sources, Tehran has asked New Delhi to release three tankers seized by Indian authorities earlier this year as part of a potential arrangement to allow safe transit for Indian vessels. India had detained the Iran-linked tankers in February, alleging that the ships had concealed their identities and were involved in illegal ship-to-ship transfers at sea.
17 March,2026 02:04 AM IST
Amid the Oil crisis due to ongoing Iran war, two LPG tankers bound for India have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz. The development came shortly after Iran’s Ambassador to India Mohammad Fathali signaled that Indian vessels could receive safe passage through the critical shipping route. The envoy described India as a friend and highlighted the longstanding relationship between the two countries, saying Iran and India share common interests in the region. The development also comes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian about the escalating conflict in West Asia and emphasized the need for safe energy supply routes and protection of Indian citizens.
14 March,2026 12:54 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
