Middle East conflict Archives

15 Mar

“I Am Dying for Coffee”: Netanyahu Mocks Death Rumors in New Video

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsBenjamin Netanyahu, Death Rumors, Home Front Command, Israel-Iran war, Middle East conflict

Jerusalem (Rajeev Sharma)— Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu broke a week-long public absence on Sunday, March 15, 2026, by releasing a video aimed at silencing widespread social media speculation regarding his death. The video, posted to his personal X (formerly Twitter) handle, shows the Prime Minister in a casual setting at what appears to be a roadside mini-market, ordering coffee. Speculation had intensified over the past week as Netanyahu remained out of the public eye following the dramatic escalation of the U.S.-Israel joint strikes on Iran and the subsequent regional retaliation. Rumors were further fueled by a viral, allegedly doctored…

14 Mar

Canada’s Middle East Evacuation Efforts: 8,500 Return Home Amid U.S.-Iran War

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaAnita Anand, Canada Evacuation, Global Affairs Canada, Middle East conflict, U.S.-Iran War

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Following the outbreak of hostilities between the U.S. and Iran on February 28, 2026, the Canadian government has orchestrated a massive logistical effort to assist citizens and permanent residents in leaving the conflict zone. As of Friday, March 13, 2026, nearly 8,500 Canadians have successfully returned to Canada, while over 1,000 others have been relocated to safe third countries. Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand has designated the "secure egress" of Canadians as her department's top priority, though Global Affairs Canada (GAC) maintains there is no legal obligation to evacuate citizens—rather, it is a high-stakes service provided during…

05 Mar

Canadian Gas Prices Surge as Middle East Conflict Rattles Global Oil Markets

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, CanadaBrent Crude, Canada, Gas prices, Middle East conflict, Oil market

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma)— Motorists across Canada are facing a sharp spike in fuel costs this week as the escalating military conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran continues to destabilize global energy markets. With the price of Brent crude oil briefly surging above US$84 per barrel—a jump of more than $10 since the onset of "Operation Epic Fury"—analysts warn that the current volatility could lead to a sustained period of high prices at the pump for Canadian households already struggling with an affordability crisis. The primary driver for the increase is the growing threat to the Strait of Hormuz,…

03 Mar

CM Bhagwant Mann Urges Union Minister for Urgent Evacuation of Punjabis Stranded in Middle East

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Evacuation, Middle East conflict, Punjabis stranded, Ram Mohan Naidu, Special flights

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, held a high-level telephonic discussion with Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu to demand the immediate and safe evacuation of Punjabis currently stranded in the conflict-ridden Middle East. Highlighting the distress of thousands of families across the state, the Chief Minister shared a comprehensive database of affected citizens and pushed for the deployment of special aircraft to bring them home. During the conversation, the Union Minister reportedly assured the Chief Minister that the Government of India is prioritizing the safety of Indian nationals and…

03 Mar

Global Oil Markets Shaken: Gas Prices Rise as Middle East Tensions Escalate

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, CanadaGas prices, inflation, Middle East conflict, Oil market, Strait of Hormuz

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian motorists are facing immediate pressure at the pumps this week as North American oil markets react to a significant escalation of conflict in the Middle East. Following a joint military operation by the U.S. and Israel against Iran on Saturday, concerns over the stability of global energy supply chains have sent crude prices on a volatile upward trajectory. The primary focus for market analysts is the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow yet vital waterway on Iran's southern border. Currently, approximately 20 per cent of the world's crude oil passes through this chokepoint. Over the weekend, several…