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Iran Confirms Death of Ali Larijani in Attack

The council praised Larijani’s long service to Iran’s development and called for national unity in the face of external threats…reports Asian Lite News Iran’s Supreme National Security Council confirmed that its secretary

March 18, 2026

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Tulsi Gabbard Backs Trump as Aide Quits Over Iran War

Gabbard, the highest-ranking Hindu American in any presidential administration, stressed that the decision was based on intelligence assessments…reports Asian Lite News Tulsi Gabbard, the Director of National Intelligence, defended President Donald Trump’s

March 18, 2026

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Finland Urges India to Broker West Asia Ceasefire

The Finnish President’s comments came at a time when New Delhi has been actively engaging with Tehran amid the rising confrontation in the region….reports Asian Lite News Finnish President Alexander Stubb has

March 17, 2026

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Pakistan–Saudi Defence Pact Strained by Afghan War

Pakistan’s escalating military operations along the Afghanistan border are beginning to test its recently signed strategic defence agreement with Saudi Arabia amid rising tensions in the Gulf, reports Kaliph Anaz Pakistan’s escalating

March 16, 2026

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Zelensky Warns Iran War May Divert Ukraine Aid

Zelensky said Kyiv faces growing risks if the conflict in West Asia continues….reports Asian Lite News Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that the conflict with Iran could divert global attention and

March 16, 2026

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Iran not seeking ceasefire, ready for prolonged fight: FM

Araghchi rejected claims that Iran has sought an end to hostilities..reports Asian Lite News Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi clarified that Iran isn’t seeking a ceasefire or negotiations with the US.

March 15, 2026

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Somalia warns against any Israeli base plans

Somalia has warned that its territory cannot be used for foreign military operations following reports that Israel may seek to establish a base in the breakaway region of Somaliland ..reports Asian Lite

March 15, 2026

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Africa Policymakers Warn Iran Oil Shock

African policymakers have warned that a sharp rise in oil prices linked to the conflict in Iran could complicate monetary policy and threaten the continent’s fragile economic recovery…reports Asian Lite news African

March 15, 2026

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Pope Urges War Reflection

Pontiff questions whether Christian leaders responsible for armed conflicts examine their conscience and seek forgiveness. Remarks come as calls grow within the Church for restraint and moral accountability during ongoing global conflicts…reports

March 15, 2026

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Trump Urges Global Navies to Guard Hormuz

Trump said nations affected by potential disruptions in the waterway should help secure it alongside US forces….reports Asian Lite News In light of escalating tensions with Iran and concerns about maritime safety,

March 15, 2026

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