US deploys more ballistic missile defences in Middle East to protect Israel – Times of India

The United States on Friday strengthened its presence in the Middle East as it deployed additional ballistic missile defence destroyers , fighter squadrons, tanker aircraft, and B-52 long-range strike in the region to promote de-escalation through diplomacy and deterrence.The US department of defence in a statement said,” In keeping with our commitments to the protection…

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Israel arrests couple allegedly linked to Iran for spying on Mossad HQ – Times of India

Israeli authorities have uncovered an espionage network allegedly involving a couple working for Iranian intelligence, who were gathering critical information about the infrastructure and sites such as the country’s top most intelligence agency, Mossad headquarters. The couple from the town of Lod near Tel Aviv were not only involved in gathering intelligence about national infrastructure…

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Iran removes one-year-old ban on Apple iPhones; issue “solved” says telecom minister; read full message – Times of India

Iran has lifted its ban on iPhone models. The ban, imposed in 2023, had restricted the import of newer iPhone models, impacting many Iranians who wanted to buy the phones. The announcement, made by the country’s telecommunications minister, paves the way for the import and sale of iPhone 14, iPhone 15, and iPhone 16 devices…

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‘This time, will hit places that we spared’: Israel issues strong warning to Iran – Times of India

Israel has issued a stark warning to Iran, saying that should Tehran launch further ballistic missile attacks, Israel will respond with “capabilities that we did not use this time.” Israel also indicated that the recent conflict remains active, suggesting potential future engagements.“If Iran makes the mistake and launches another barrage of missiles at Israel, we…

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Middle East crisis: Satellite photos suggest Israeli strike damaged Iran’s major missile base – Times of India

Israel’s attack on Iran likely damages revolutionary guard base. (AP) Israel‘s recent attack on Iran has likely damaged a base operated by the Revolutionary Guard, who are responsible for building ballistic missiles and launching rockets as part of Iran’s space program. Satellite images analysed by The Associated Press (AP) show significant damage at the Shahroud…

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Brics Summit: PM Modi gifts exquisite Sohrai painting from Jharkhand to Putin | India News – Times of India

PM Modi and Vladimir Putin NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently showcased India’s traditional art at the Brics Summit, presenting Jharkhand’s cultural heritage to Russian President Vladimir Putin and handcrafted artworks from Maharashtra to the leaders of Iran and Uzbekistan, according to officials. PM Modi gifted a Mother of Pearl (MOP) seashell vase to…

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‘Should not be exaggerated nor downplayed’: Iran’s supreme leader on Israeli strikes, skips retaliation call – Times of India

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei refrained from talking about retaliation while addressing Israel’s recent attack on Iranian targets, saying that the incident “should not be exaggerated nor downplayed.”His remarks come as tensions simmer between the two nations following Saturday’s airstrikes by Israel in response to Iran’s missile barrage earlier this month.“The evil actions of…

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‘Hostilities are to nobody’s benefit’: India calls for restraint after Israel strikes Iran | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India expressed deep concerns on Saturday as the crisis-embroiled Middle East witnessed Israel retaliating to Iran‘s October 1 aerial attack by launching “precise strikes ” at Tehran’s military bases.As the war-torn region remains on the brink, India urged all sides to stick to dialogue and diplomacy while urging warring nations to exercise restraint…

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Israel launches retaliatory strikes against Iran, explosions heard in Tehran – Times of India

Israel carried out air strikes in Iran on Saturday, leading to multiple powerful explosions in Tehran and Karaj. The cause remains unclear, and Iranian officials warn of stronger retaliation against any offensive action. Eyewitnesses reported loud sounds and a red sky. This follows a recent ballistic missile attack by Iran on Israel. Israel on Saturday…

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Iran president stresses India’s role in resolving Middle East tensions to PM Modi | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In a diplomatic engagement on the sidelines of Brics Summit, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday stressed upon India’s potential role in resolving the ongoing tensions in the Middle East during a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This marked the first meeting between the two leaders since Pezeshkian took office in July…

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