The number of US service members seeking discharge due to conscientious objection has sharply increased, with many citing the US-Israeli war and an Iran school bombing as turning points.

US Senators Elizabeth Warren and Sheldon Whitehouse are calling for an investigation into unusual oil trading activity, including significant, well-timed trades, that occurred prior to President Trump's announcements regarding the Iran conflict.

Iran is reportedly employing memes, artificial intelligence, and fake personas to manipulate online perceptions of an ongoing war, according to a new report. This strategy aims to shape public opinion and control the narrative surrounding the conflict.

Relations between the US and the Vatican are reportedly strained, with the Pentagon denying accusations of berating a papal diplomat, following the Vatican's repeated condemnation of US military actions alongside Israel in Iran.

Lebanese Health Ministry says people killed in Israeli attacks since March 2 rises to 1,953 with 6,303 wounded.

A medication for angina, isosorbide mononitrate, has been listed as experiencing shipping delays due to the conflict in Iran, prompting calls for transparency regarding medicine shortages.

An opinion piece criticizes UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's statements regarding a confrontation with Iran, suggesting they raise concerns about antisemitism and the West's willingness to learn from history.

Allies, military analysts and skeptics of the U.S. strategy have been asking how Iran was allowed to seize and maintain control of the passage in the first place.

President Trump’s cease-fire with Iran appears at risk as Vice President JD Vance heads to Pakistan for discussions with Iranian officials.

The United States and Iran are reportedly set for peace talks, though uncertainties remain regarding issues such as Lebanon and sanctions, with a revamped Iranian leadership expressing wariness and JD Vance taking on a high-stakes role.

Iran faces challenges in fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical flashpoint, due to the presence of naval mines and ongoing security risks, complicating mine-clearing efforts.

Residents in Paka, Terengganu, are experiencing persistent issues with brackish water supply, with authorities warning of disruptions that could last for months.

International shipping regulations, specifically UNCLOS Articles 38 and 44, grant transit passage to all global shipping. Iran's imposition of a strait toll is being criticized for violating these established laws and nautical customs.

As the US vice-president leads peace talks with Iran, he must balance warring factions, a demanding boss and his own political future.

Japan's long-standing reliance on Middle Eastern oil for its energy security has been severely tested by the ongoing conflict in the region. A recent ceasefire has temporarily reopened the Strait of Hormuz, offering some relief to tanker traffic.