Iran war is taking a dangerous turn as tensions in West Asia escalate rapidly. A drone struck near Saudi Arabia’s Yanbu refinery signalling a dangerous shift in the conflict toward critical energy infrastructure. The targeted facility, part of the SAMREF joint venture between Saudi Aramco and ExxonMobil, plays a key role in global oil supply, raising alarm across international markets. The attack follows Iranian warnings and comes amid retaliatory strikes linked to US and Israeli actions on Iran’s energy assets, including the South Pars gas field. With the Strait of Hormuz effectively shut and alternative routes like Yanbu and Fujairah under pressure, global energy flows are facing severe disruption.
19 March,2026 06:51 PM IST
The West Asia is witnessing unprecedented military and diplomatic activity as tensions escalate across Saudi Arabia and surrounding regions. Saudi defense forces successfully intercepted a ballistic missile near the Prince Sultan Airbase, showcasing heightened security measures amid rising West Asia threats. Meanwhile, drone strikes rocked Doha, Beirut, and Baghdad, targeting key embassies and critical infrastructure, marking a new phase in the Iran-Israel conflict which has now entered its nineteenth day. In Tehran, Israeli airstrikes reportedly eliminated Basij commander Gholamreza Soleimani and former speaker Ali Larijani, intensifying international scrutiny and geopolitical instability. Saudi Arabia is gearing up to host high-stakes Arab-Islamic talks in Riyadh, bringing together foreign ministers to address regional security and diplomatic resolutions.
18 March,2026 06:03 PM IST
After two drones struck the US Embassy in Riyadh, President Donald Trump signaled that Washington may not immediately deploy “boots on the ground” inside Iran, even as he warned Tehran of a powerful American response. Speaking from the White House and in an interview with NewsNation, Trump said Iran would soon witness the consequences of the embassy attack and the killing of American soldiers. While refusing to rule out escalation, he indicated that a full-scale ground invasion may not be necessary at this stage. The attack on the US Embassy in Riyadh comes amid widening conflict across the region. The U.S. Department of State confirmed UAV impacts on the embassy’s roof and perimeter. Staff reportedly sheltered in secure areas, with no injuries. Saudi authorities described limited fire damage and minor structural impact. WATCH
05 March,2026 05:06 PM IST
The Saudi-UAE partnership, once considered the Middle East’s most coordinated strategic axis, is now under visible strain as tensions escalate over the Yemen conflict. This video breaks down the fast-unfolding shifts inside the Gulf power equation, exploring how military disagreements, political calculations, and the recent STC sweep are reshaping Riyadh and Abu Dhabi’s approach on the ground. WATCH
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