The latest edition of World Today focusses on the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. Israel struck Iran's state broadcaster in Tehran, while Iran launched missiles at Tel Aviv and Haifa.

WASHINGTON, DC – President Donald Trump said on June 15 he believes he can bring about a peace deal between Iran and Israel. He compared this to his past claim that he ended a conflict between India and Pakistan. His comments come as tensions remain high after recent missile strikes between Israel and Iran.

Amid ongoing waves of tit-for-tat strikes between Israel and Iran, hundreds of Indian students in Iran are urging the government to evacuate them immediately.

This spike came after Israel struck Iran’s nuclear and missile sites, raising fears of further retaliation and supply disruptions. “The Strait of Hormuz is a chokepoint for nearly 20% of global oil flows, and any threat to its safety adds a geopolitical risk premium,” she added.

Due to the war, India is increasingly at risk of collateral economic fallout, with energy security, trade routes, and key commercial interests facing growing uncertainty, the GTRI said.

The conflict between Israel and Iran has forced many countries in the Middle East to close their airspace, as Israeli jets and Iranian exploding drones and missiles fly over their night skies.

India's equity benchmarks are set to open little changed on Monday after two straight sessions of losses, as the conflict between Israel and Iran showed no signs of cooling, denting risk sentiment.

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