Australia Bans Iranian Visitors Amid Middle East Conflict, Citing Visa Risks
SYDNEY — The Australian government announced on Thursday a six-month ban on visitors holding Iranian passports, citing heightened risks that temporary visa holders may refuse or be unable to return home amid the ongoing Middle East conflict. The Department of Home Affairs said the ban applies to individuals seeking to enter Australia for tourism or […]
West Asia conflict: Iran insists on controlling the Strait of Hormuz, passage only for ‘non-enemy’ ships
TEHRAN: Iran continues to maintain its stance of fully controlling ship movements in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical shipping lanes, only allowing ships deemed “non-hostile” to transit as long as they coordinate with Tehran authorities. This was stated in an official letter from Iran to member states of the International […]
Malaysia Rallies Aviation Sector as Fuel Prices Climb Amid United States–Israel–Iran Tensions
KUALA LUMPUR — The Ministry of Transport Malaysia (MOT) has begun coordinating with airline companies, airport operators, jet fuel suppliers and aviation authorities to address the impact of rising global fuel prices following tensions involving the United States, Israel and Iran. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said the immediate priority is to ensure that air cargo […]
Ports Tighten Container Inspections Following Movements Stuck in the Strait of Hormuz .
PUTRAJAYA, March 10 — Malaysia will implement several mitigation measures to ensure the country’s port operations remain unaffected by potential disruptions arising from the conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran, Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said. He said the matter was discussed during a meeting with port operators, shipping companies and maritime […]
Russia Ready to Provide Energy to Europe if It Seeks It, Says Vladimir Putin.
MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia was ready to supply energy to European countries if they showed interest, adding that Moscow was now increasing oil and gas deliveries to what he described as “reliable partners” in several regions, Anadolu Agency reported. Speaking at a meeting on the situation in the global oil and […]
Malaysia Voices Support for Kuwait and Oman Over West Asia Tensions.
KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysia has conveyed its sympathies and support to Kuwait and Oman as both countries face challenges related to their sovereignty and national security arising from the ongoing developments in West Asia. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he conveyed the message during discussions with Kuwait’s Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad […]
UAE Air Defences Respond to Incoming Iranian Missile and Drone Threats.
ABU DHABI — The UAE Defence Ministry said it is currently responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported. In a statement, the Ministry said that the sounds heard are the result of air defence systems intercepting missiles and drones. Members of the public are requested to adhere to […]
rump Claims Iran’s New Leader Wouldn’t ‘Last Long’ Without US Backing.
WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump threatened on Sunday that Iran’s new supreme leader “is not going to last long” without his approval. “He’s going to have to get approval from us,” Trump said in an interview with ABC News. “If he doesn’t get approval from us, he’s not going to last long.” “I don’t […]