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08 Jul

ISRAELI AMBASSADOR HIGHLIGHTS CANADA–ISRAEL–INDIA COOPERATION DURING CALGARY VISIT, MEETS INDIAN DIASPORA LEADERS

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, CanadaCalgary, Israel

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Israel’s Ambassador to Canada, Iddo Moed, met with members of Calgary’s Indian diaspora and representatives of the JAI HO Canada Council during his visit to the city, discussing opportunities to strengthen Canada–Israel relations, expand trade and investment partnerships, and enhance cooperation in areas including technology, innovation, agriculture, healthcare, cybersecurity, and entrepreneurship. The meeting brought together community leaders and representatives from Calgary’s multicultural community for an engaging discussion on international relations, economic collaboration, and the important role of diaspora communities in building stronger connections between nations. A key part of the conversation focused on the evolving situation in…

04 Jul

Israel Refutes Claims of Plot Against Iranian Officials During Backchannel Negotiations

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsIsrael

Jerusalem (Rajeev Sharma): The Israeli government has firmly denied reports suggesting that it planned to target senior Iranian negotiators during indirect discussions held earlier this year, calling the allegations entirely unfounded. In an official response, the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the report, stating that the claims were false and did not reflect actual events. The statement accused the publication of presenting inaccurate information regarding Israel's role during the diplomatic process. The report had claimed that officials in the United States privately feared two senior Iranian representatives could face security threats while diplomatic efforts were underway. It further…

08 Jun

Fresh Israeli Air Operation Targets Iranian Military Sites Following Overnight Missile Barrage

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsIran, Israel

Tel Aviv/Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): The conflict between Israel and Iran witnessed another sharp escalation on Monday as Israeli forces launched airstrikes on military facilities inside Iran, only hours after Tehran fired a series of missiles towards Israeli territory in a retaliatory move. The Israeli military confirmed that its Air Force carried out coordinated attacks against what it described as strategic military targets located in western and central parts of Iran. Officials said the operation was aimed at degrading capabilities linked to the Iranian military establishment. The strikes followed an overnight missile assault launched by Iran, which came in response to…

24 Apr

US-Brokered Talks Lead to Three-Week Extension of Israel–Lebanon Ceasefire

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsIsrael, Lebanon

Lebanon/Washingtoon (Rajeev Sharma): A fragile ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has been extended for another three weeks following diplomatic engagement led by the United States, officials confirmed after discussions in Washington. The breakthrough came after a meeting hosted by Donald Trump at the White House, where representatives from both nations reviewed the security situation and agreed to continue the pause in hostilities. The talks were attended by Israeli envoy Yechiel Leiter and Lebanese ambassador Nada Moawad. The extension follows a period of heightened tension along the border, including recent strikes that resulted in casualties. While the agreement offers temporary relief,…

12 Mar

Oil Markets Rattle as Brent Crosses $100 Amid Rising Gulf Shipping Attacks

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, Trending, World NewsIran, Israel, Oil

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): International oil prices climbed sharply on Thursday as mounting tensions in the Persian Gulf pushed Brent crude above the $100-per-barrel mark, raising fresh concerns about global energy supplies and economic stability. The surge came after reports of intensified Iranian attacks on commercial vessels operating near the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime route for global oil transport. Market reaction was swift, with Brent crude recording a jump of more than 9% during early trading hours. Just days earlier, the benchmark had briefly surged close to $120, highlighting the volatility gripping energy markets. Meanwhile, the United States’…

06 Mar

Israel Did Not Brief PM Modi on Tehran Strikes Despite Recent State Visit, Says Foreign Minister

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, World NewsGideon Saar, Israel, Narendra Modi, Raisina Dialogue, Tehran

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh)— Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar confirmed on Friday, March 6, 2026, that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was not briefed in advance regarding Israel's pre-emptive strikes on Tehran, despite having concluded a high-profile two-day state visit to Israel just days before the operation began. Speaking at the Raisina Dialogue in the Indian capital, Saar clarified that the timing of the decision made prior consultation impossible. "We have great relations with Prime Minister Modi and with India, and we have deepened our ties," Saar stated during an interactive session at the conference. However, he explained that the final…

03 Mar

Lebanon Sinks Deeper into Conflict as Hezbollah and Israel Escalate Cross-Border Warfare

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsGeopolitics, Hezbollah, Israel, Lebanon conflict, West Asia

Beirut (Rajeev Sharma) — Lebanon has been drawn further into a devastating regional war as Hezbollah and Israeli forces exchange their most intense strikes in decades. The escalation follows a series of coordinated U.S. and Israeli military operations across West Asia, which have triggered a massive retaliatory response from Iranian-backed groups. Over the last 48 hours, the border region has transformed into a full-scale battleground. Hezbollah has launched a barrage of rockets and drones targeting military installations in northern Israel, while the Israeli Air Force has conducted extensive retaliatory sorties against suspected missile launch sites and command centers deep within…

02 Mar

Trump Warns Iran Conflict Could Last Weeks as Death Toll Reaches 555 on Day Three

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsAli Larijani, Donald Trump, Fighter jets, Iran war, Israel, Khamenei, Kuwait, Middle East, US military, White House

Washington/Tehran (Rajeev Sharma)— The military confrontation between the United States, Israel, and Iran entered its third day on Monday, March 2, 2026, with US President Donald Trump stating that the war could persist for four to five weeks. Speaking from the White House, Trump emphasized that the American military possesses the capacity for even longer operations if necessary, adding that the United States has not yet deployed its full military might. In a warning to Tehran, the President remarked that the "largest attack" is yet to come, even as coalition forces continue large-scale operations across Iranian territory. The humanitarian impact…

02 Mar

10 Million Indians in West Asia in Limbo as Conflict Deepens, Government Weighs Options

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Trending, World NewsIran, Israel

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma/Gurpreet Singh): The deepening confrontation involving the United States, Israel and Iran has placed India before a formidable challenge: protecting an estimated 10 million citizens spread across West Asia. With air routes disrupted and tensions rising across the Gulf, New Delhi is navigating a complex diplomatic and logistical landscape, even as no large-scale evacuation plan has been formally announced. In the past 24 hours, senior officials from Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have conveyed assurances regarding the well-being of Indian nationals residing in their territories. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has…

02 Mar

Energy Markets on Edge as Middle East Strikes Trigger Sharp Oil Rally

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Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): Crude oil prices leapt in early trading this week after renewed military action in the Middle East sparked fears of serious disruptions to global energy flows. The latest wave of US and Israeli strikes on Iranian targets, followed by retaliatory attacks across the Gulf region, has unsettled traders who worry that escalating tensions could choke off supply from one of the world’s most vital oil corridors. The prospect of prolonged instability pushed benchmark prices significantly higher on Monday. US crude, known as West Texas Intermediate, climbed more than 7 per cent in morning trade to hover above…