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  Iranian missile strikes Dimona, home to Israeli nuclear facility; IRGC says revenge for Natanz

  World | March 22, 2026 0:04 IST

  In a 32-second video that has gone viral on social media, a missile could be seen striking a building before a loud sound of explosion is heard. However, it is not clear whether the incident led to the collapse of the building or not.

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  No ceasefire: Iran FM warns against past repeat after Trump signals 'winding down' of war operations

  World | March 21, 2026 12:44 IST

  Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejected a ceasefire, saying Tehran will keep defending itself until the war ends permanently with guarantees and compensation. Meanwhile, Donald Trump signaled the US may reduce involvement soon but ruled out a ceasefire.

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  'Close to our objectives': Trump says considering 'winding down' Iran war

  World | March 21, 2026 10:40 IST

  Trump shed light on what he described as significant achievements by US forces. He claimed that Iran’s missile strength has been weakened and its defence systems have suffered heavy damage.

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  Iran executes teenage wrestler Saleh Mohammadi over anti-government protests

  World | March 21, 2026 9:58 IST

  The accused were not given a fair trial and were allegedly forced to confess under pressure. Officials from the organisation described the executions as an attempt to spread fear and silence opposition voices.

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  Iran fires two ballistic missiles at US-UK Diego Garcia base in Indian Ocean: Report

  World | March 21, 2026 9:32 IST

  Neither of the missiles hit the base which is 4,000 kilometers away from Iranian territory, Wall Street Journal reported, citing multiple US officials.

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  Iran War: Israel warns of intensifying attacks; EAM Jaishankar speaks to Iran's FM | Highlights

  World | March 22, 2026 0:04 IST

  US President Donald Trump said the US is not interested in a ceasefire and will continue military action. The United Kingdom has allowed US forces to use its bases for strikes linked to Iran. Meanwhile, Iran’s leader Mojtaba Khamenei accused Israel of attacks in nearby countries.

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  'Deception by Zionist enemy': Mojtaba Khamenei accuses Israel for strikes on Turkey, Oman

  World | March 20, 2026 23:30 IST

  In his message for Eid and Nowruz, Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said that the US and Israel want a regime change in Iran and had believed that the war would end after a couple of attacks by them, but that was a "gross miscalculation".

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  Who is Saeed Jalili, The Man Who Might Replace Ali Larijani in Iran

  Originals | March 20, 2026 18:41 IST

  Iran conflict has caused major leadership instability after reports of Ali Larijani's death. Attention now turns to Saeed Jalili, a hardline ex-nuclear negotiator and security chief. Analysts say his rise could push Iran toward a more confrontational political direction.

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  Speed News: India Raises Alarm Over Pakistan's Hidden Nuclear Proliferation Network After US Intel

  Originals | March 20, 2026 18:38 IST

  India raised alarm over Pakistan's hidden nuclear proliferation network after US Intel. Meanwhile, IRGC confirmed the death of its spokesman General Ali Mohammad Naeini in Israeli attacks. Watch all the latest headlines of the day in today's Speed News.

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  Congress split over Iran war? Shashi Tharoor backs Centre, says 'restraint is not surrender'

  India | March 20, 2026 23:31 IST

  Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's remarks come after party veteran Sonia Gandhi, in a newspaper column, criticised the Centre's stance on Iran war and said that India should have condoled the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

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  Mojtaba Khamenei's first-ever video released by Iran amid suspense over whereabouts | WATCH

  World | March 20, 2026 16:24 IST

  Iran's state media has released a one minute nineteen seconds video of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei amid suspense over his whereabouts. Earlier, US President Donald Trump had said that he is unsure if Mojtaba is alive or not.

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  IRGC confirms spokesman General Ali Mohammad Naeini killed in Israeli-American missile strike

  World | March 20, 2026 15:11 IST

  IRGC spokesman General Ali Mohammad Naeini's death marks the fourth major blow to Iran's government and military leadership this week, after earlier strikes killed three other senior officials - Ali Larijani, Gholamreza Soleimani, and Intelligence Minister Esmaeil Khatib.

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  Iran claims F-35 hit mid-air, US says jet survived: How could the stealth giant be targeted?

  Explainers | March 20, 2026 13:24 IST

  Iran has claimed that its air defence forces struck a US F-35 fighter jet inside its airspace, causing serious damage to the stealth aircraft. The IRGC says the attack followed the interception of more than 125 American and Israeli drones amid the ongoing war.

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  Iran missile strike hits Israel's Haifa oil refinery as thick smoke rises from impact site | Video

  World | March 20, 2026 9:37 IST

  The Middle East conflict continues to escalate as Iran launched its biggest strike on Israel so far, targeting the strategic Haifa and Ashdod refineries. Israel's air defence faced huge pressure as ballistic missiles and debris caused widespread damage.

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  Israel decides to halt further strikes on Iran's key natural gas field after Trump's request

  World | March 20, 2026 6:53 IST

  Israel has paused additional strikes on Iran's Asaluyeh gas complex after a request from US President Donald Trump, with PM Benjamin Netanyahu claiming Iran's missile, drone and nuclear-linked infrastructure is being dismantled.

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  US F-35 fighter jet 'damaged' by Iran; aircraft makes emergency landing | WATCH

  World | March 19, 2026 23:07 IST

  US-Israel-Iran war: The Iranian state media has also released a video that showed how the F-35 stealth fighter jet of the US military was shot by it during its mission over the Iranian airspace.

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  Kuwait says drone attack sparks fire at oil refinery as Iran intensifies war against gulf nations

  World | March 19, 2026 13:58 IST

  The refinery is one of the biggest in the Middle East, with a petroleum production capacity of 730,000 barrels per day. The development comes as Iran intensified its attacks on its Gulf Arab neighbours' energy infrastructure on Thursday.

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  Iran Hits World's Largest LNG Hub in Qatar: How Will It Impact India and World Markets?

  Originals | March 19, 2026 13:14 IST

  Gulf tensions rose after Iran reportedly struck Qatar's Ras Laffan LNG hub. Qatar expelled Iranian officials in response. The site, a key global energy supplier, exports most LNG to Asia and Europe. While no casualties were reported, the attack raises fears over energy security and supply disruption

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  Qatar orders Iranian embassy staff to leave country within 24 hours after attack on main gas hub

  World | March 19, 2026 7:32 IST

  The decision came after an Iranian missile attack caused damage at Qatar's main gas facility on its north coast. Qatar said it considers this assault a dangerous escalation, a flagrant violation of its sovereignty, and a direct threat to its national security.

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  Five Iran women players seeking asylum in Australia after AFC Asian Cup return home

  Football | March 18, 2026 23:44 IST

  Five members of the Iran women’s football team have returned home after initially seeking asylum in Australia during the AFC Women’s Asian Cup. They rejoined the squad in Kuala Lumpur. Meanwhile, two players remain in Australia training with an A-League club.