Why Israel’s IDF is becoming a global outlier as other militaries struggle to survive Jonathan Adiri|02:41 Copyright (C) 2025 ynet.

Why Israel’s IDF is becoming a global outlier as other militaries struggle to survive Analysis: A comparison of global militaries argues that Germany, Japan, China and Turkey face challenges in recruitment, readiness and doctrine, while Israel remains an operational outlier Jonathan Adiri|02:41 https://www.ynetnews.com/opinions-analysis/article/sycmo4xt11x Copyright (C) 2025 ynet.

Iran executes two men accused of spying for Mossad, opposition rejects claims Reuters|06:50 Copyright (C) 2025 ynet.

Iran executes two men accused of spying for Mossad, opposition rejects claims The two were linked to the People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran, and spark condemnation from opposition groups, who deny the charges and call for international action to stop the wave of executions Reuters|06:50 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/ry76ru7a11x Copyright (C) 2025 ynet.

Al-Sharaa’s world tour: Syria’s president rallies global support while the Middle East burns Lior Ben Ari|05:47 Copyright (C) 2025 ynet.

Al-Sharaa’s world tour: Syria’s president rallies global support while the Middle East burns During the 43-day war with Iran, Syria's president toured Germany, the UK, Jordan, and Turkey—hosting Zelensky in Damascus—while focusing on strengthening regional transportation cooperation amid the uncertainty of the Strait of Hormuz Lior Ben Ari Lior Ben Ari|05:47 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/bj1shp7azl Copyright (C) 2025 ynet.

Iran: 'We won’t join second round of talks, missiles not up for negotiation' Lior Ben Ari|05:16 Copyright (C) 2025 ynet.

Iran: 'We won’t join second round of talks, missiles not up for negotiation' Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei says no second round of negotiations is planned, accusing the US of violating ceasefire terms and showing a lack of seriousness in diplomatic talks Lior Ben Ari Lior Ben Ari|05:16 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/syva0ixawe Copyright (C) 2025 ynet.

Created around the same time, how Israel, Pakistan have since helped the US Written by: Manjeev Puri Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

Created around the same time, how Israel, Pakistan have since helped the US US-Iran war: Pakistan as the negotiation leader and Israel as the possible spoiler have a significant sway over the conflict. Here's how history led them to this moment. Written by: Manjeev Puri 4 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Apr 20, 2026 08:42 AM IST https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-history/israel-and-pakistan-history-help-us-10645007/?ref=explained_pg Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

West Asia war: Impact of disruptions on global fuel supply, with potential for coal and n-power switch Written by: Anil Sasi Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

West Asia war: Impact of disruptions on global fuel supply, with potential for coal and n-power switch About 80% of oil and oil products transiting the Strait of Hormuz in 2025 were destined for Asia. The war has significantly affected fuel deliveries, and could force a shift to both conventional and renewable alternatives. Written by: Anil Sasi 8 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Apr 20, 2026 04:39 PM IST https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-economics/strait-of-hormuz-war-global-oil-lng-impact-10646345/?ref=explained_pg Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

US Iran War News Live Updates: Israel claims it thwarted Iranian plan to attack Baku-Ceyhan oil pipeline By: Express Global Desk Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

US Iran War News Live Updates: Israel claims it thwarted Iranian plan to attack Baku-Ceyhan oil pipeline US Iran Israel War News Today Live Updates: The pipeline carries crude oil from Azerbaijan to the Mediterranean and delivers about 1 million barrels/day directly to western markets. By: Express Global Desk Updated: Apr 20, 2026 06:42 PM IST https://indianexpress.com/article/world/us-news/iran-us-war-news-live-update-donald-trump-strait-hormuz-reverted-strict-control-blames-10644361/ Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.