US-Iran war has taken a dramatic turn after U.S. strikes targeted military facilities on Kharg Island, the strategic hub that handles the majority of Iran’s crude oil exports. Kharg Island sits in the Persian Gulf and serves as the primary export terminal for roughly 85–90% of Iran’s oil shipments, making it one of the most important energy nodes in the global oil supply chain. US President Donald Trump says U.S. forces “obliterated” military targets on the island while warning that Iran’s oil infrastructure could become the next target if tensions escalate.
14 March,2026 06:44 PM 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 IST
Amid the Iran war, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth held a major press briefing at the Pentagon addressing the escalating war with Iran. During the briefing, Hegseth claimed that Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei was wounded and possibly disfigured during recent US-Israeli strikes. Hegseth also mocked Iran’s leadership, saying senior officials have gone underground and are hiding as military pressure increases. He questioned why Khamenei’s first address after taking power was delivered through a television anchor instead of appearing publicly. The US Defense Secretary also addressed concerns about a potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes, saying measures are being taken to ensure global energy flows remain stable.
14 March,2026 12:14 AM IST
Uncertainty continues to surround the fate of Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Iran’s former supreme leader Ali Khamenei, after devastating strikes inside Iran triggered widespread speculation about the country’s leadership. In a revealing interview, Donald Trump suggested that Mojtaba Khamenei may have survived the deadly assault, but possibly with catastrophic injuries. According to Trump, the Iranian cleric could be “damaged” yet still alive, fueling new questions about his physical condition and whether he remains capable of leading Iran during an escalating regional crisis. WATCH
13 March,2026 10:43 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
