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Yemen's Government Launches Major Offensive as Houthi Missiles Reach Saudi Arabia's Capital

Yemen's government launched a major offensive Sunday as Houthi missiles struck Riyadh and Saudi jets pounded Sanaa. Here's what's driving the escalation.

Latin Times · Oct 4

Iran airlines resume flights to Iraqi holy city after US exemption

Iranian airlines have resumed flights to Najaf, Iraq, following a US exemption allowing sanctioned carriers to operate. The agreement permits 40 daily flights to and from Najaf, excluding Mahan Air, which remains banned. The resumption is crucial for Shia pilgrims traveling to sacred sites in Iraq and Iran.

The Economic Times · Oct 4

US pressure on Iran bites as Gulf nations tighten economic screws: Scott Bessent

The campaign centres on Operation Economic Outcast, launched by the US Treasury on August 24 as a broad effort to cut Iran’s access to international finance and other economic channels. The Treasury says the campaign is targeting networks involved in oil smuggling, sanctions evasion and the movement of money linked…

The Times of India · Sep 27

US sanctions all remaining Iranian airlines, with 27 carriers hit in fresh action

Donald Trump-led United States on Tuesday imposed sanctions on “all remaining Iranian airlines” that had not previously been targeted, as Washington moved to increase economic pressure on Tehran.

The Times of India · Sep 8

US sanctions all remaining Iranian airlines in 'economic D-Day' push, says Tehran's aviation sector is out of the market

The United States has sanctioned all remaining Iranian airlines and supporting companies. These actions target thirty-six entities for aiding Iran's aviation sector. The Treasury Department stated this move aims to choke Tehran financially. Firms in the UAE, Turkey, and Malaysia also face penalties. This escalates economic pressure in the ongoing…

The Economic Times · Sep 8

A new Houthi front and expanded Iranian attacks risk sinking Gulf nations’ choke-point workaround and widening shipping risks

After a nine-month pause, Houthi militants in Yemen allied to Iran resumed attacks on vessels in the Red Sea on July 22, 2026, directly targeting the group’s longtime foe Saudi Arabia. A week later, a floating liquefied natural gas storage facility in Egypt’s Mediterranean port of Damietta was struck by…

The Conversation · Aug 3

US issues sanctions on support networks for Iran's Mahan Air; India-based sales agent included

The United States sanctioned six entities and individuals for supporting Mahan Air. These companies acted as general sales agents for the Iranian airline. Mahan Air allegedly aided Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. One sanctioned entity is India-based Skiez Travels and Logistics Private Limited. The Treasury Department aims to cut off…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

Pakistan 'ditched' US despite playing peacemaker, helped Iran park planes at Nur Khan to escape attacks

Pakistan reportedly allowed Iranian military aircraft to park on its airfields to shield them from US airstrikes, a claim a senior Pakistani official denied. This alleged action has prompted calls for a re-evaluation of Pakistan's role as a mediator in the US-Iran conflict.

The Economic Times · May 12

Despite mediating in US-Iran war, Pakistan allowed Iranian aircraft use its airbases to avoid American strikes: Report

Pakistan reportedly sheltered Iranian military aircraft at its airbases, raising questions about its neutrality as a mediator in the US-Iran conflict. US officials cited in a CBS News report claim Iran moved planes, including a reconnaissance jet, to Pakistan's Nur Khan Air Base. A Pakistani official denied these allegations, calling…

The Times of India · May 11

US seizes plane that Iran sold to Venezuela

The United States claims Iran violated its sanctions when it sold the jumbo jet to Venezuela.

Al Jazeera · Feb 13, 2024