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Opinion: In Numbers: The Curious Reason Iran Eased Down Its 'Drone Swarms' After March 9
Based on the data compiled, we can bucket the strike pattern broadly into three distinct phases: an initial saturation attack, a sustained drone attrition campaign, and a sudden decline in attack intensity.
First Batch Of Indians Back, Many Still Stuck As Azerbaijan Shuts Iran Border
As the war broke out on February 28 with massive bombing on Tehran, borders were closed, flights were suspended and communications were severely hit.
Ground Report: NDTV Visits Cafe Where Netanyahu Shot Video After Death Rumours
A cafe in Israel's Jerusalem has become a subject of intense speculation on social media in connection with the whereabouts of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Hormuz Shutdown Affects Asia's Crude Oil Supply, Pipelines Can't Cover Loss
Around 20 million barrels of oil a fifth of the world's seaborne crude ships through the Strait of Hormuz every day but that volume has been severely limited following US and Israel attacks on Iran, which has geographic control of the passage.
US Minors Sue Musk's X AI, Alleging Grok Generated Their Sexual Images
Three Tennessee litigants, including two minors, sued Elon Musk's xAI on Monday, alleging that it knowingly designed its Grok image generator to let people create sexually explicit content by using real photos of others.
All About Club Chemistry, The Nightclub At Centre Of The UK Meningitis Outbreak
Investigators believe that at least one person infected with meningitis had visited the venue, potentially exposing others in a crowded indoor setting.
Israel Says It Killed Iran's Basij Force Chief In Tehran Strike
Israel's military said on Tuesday it had killed the head of the Basij volunteer paramilitary force in a "precise strike in Tehran".
'Not Clear If He's Dead Or Injured': Israel Targets Iran's Security Chief Ali Larijani
Iran Israel War News: Israel Targets Iran's Security Chief Ali Larijani: 'Not Clear If He's Dead Or Injured'
Iran, Pak, Afghanistan: India's Western Neighbours Are Engaged In Conflict
Pakistan has been the Afghan Taliban's closest friend for decades. Now, there's an "open war" between the two. The two countries, now at loggerheads, are India's western neighbours.
Toxic Airborne Pollutants From Bombing In Iran Pose Serious Health Risks
People in war zones, where they are already under stress, can reduce their health risks by staying indoors in the days after military attacks, if possible. Keeping windows and doors closed can help reduce the amount of polluted ambient air
US Oil CEOs Caution Trump Admin On Worsening Energy Crisis Amid Iran War
Top American oil executives have warned the Donald Trump administration that the energy crisis triggered by US and Israel's war on Iran will likely worsen over the next few days.
Sponsor To Enemy: What's Behind Pakistan's Attack On Afghan Taliban?
Pakistan has been the Afghan Taliban's closest friend for decades. It was Islamabad that helped give birth to the Taliban in the early 1990s - as a way to give Pakistan "strategic depth" in its rivalry with India. What's gone wrong?
23 Killed, Over 100 Injured In Multiple 'Suicide Attacks' In Nigeria
Multiple explosions staged by suspected suicide bombers rocked the northeastern Nigerian city of Maiduguri, killing at least 23 people and wounding more than 100 others, police said Tuesday.
How Russian Satellite Intel Is Guiding Iranian Strikes On US Forces
Russia is providing Iran with sensitive satellite intelligence, enabling precise targeting of US forces in the Middle East, marking a new kind of warfare where space-based data is crucial.
UK, Ukraine Set To Sign Defence Pact Eyeing Drone Threats Amid Iran War
Britain and Ukraine are set to sign a defence partnership aimed at addressing the threat of low-cost drones, Downing Street announced ahead of a visit from Ukraine's leader on Tuesday.
"It's My Job": US Podcaster Fears Criminal Charges For 'Talking To Iranians'
Tucker Carlson suggested that authorities could attempt to frame him under laws related to acting as an agent of a foreign power.
Physical Inactivity Due To Heat May Cause Up To 700,000 Deaths Annually By 2050, Study Finds
A study finds rising temperatures may cause up to 700,000 deaths and $3.68bn productivity losses annually by 2050 due to increased physical inactivity.
Sri Lanka Announces 4-Day Work Week, Declares Wednesdays Off To Save Fuel Amid Hormuz Crisis
The move is aimed at reducing daily commuting and overall fuel usage, particularly as the country braces for potential shortages.
Trump Faces Coalition Of The Unwilling On Iran's Hormuz
President Donald Trump spent his first year back in power disparaging US allies. Now he wants them to help America in the Iran war -- and they are none too enthusiastic.
