Israel strikes Iran, impacting India's geopolitics and economy

The Hindu April 19, 2024, 08:00 PM UTC

Summary: Israel conducted multiple strikes on Iran's bases and nuclear facilities, escalating tensions in the region. Recent events include Iran's drone and missile attack on Israel, which was repelled with US and Jordanian assistance. India, impacted by the conflict, faces challenges in geopolitics, connectivity projects, oil imports, economy, trade, travel, and labor. The conflict's impact on India's plans for connectivity and its citizens in the region is significant.

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Timeline:

  1. [3.2]
    Israel's limited strike on Iran escalates shadow war tensions (Malay Mail)
    13d
  2. [4.9]
    Israel's limited strike on Iran averts major conflict (The New York Times)
    14d
  3. [3.3]
    Ali Khamenei praises Iran's attack on Israel (The Telegraph)
    15d
  4. [1.9]
    Iran downplays Israel's suspected attack, denies connection, minimal damage (The Independent)
    15d
  5. [4.5]
    Escalating tensions between Israel and Iran raise global concerns (The Express Tribune)
    15d
  6. [4.0]
    Israel strikes near Iranian nuclear site, evades radar detection (New York Post )
    16d
  7. [3.5]
    Limited Israeli strike near Natanz nuclear site showcases capabilities (The Telegraph)
    16d
  8. [2.9]
    Iranian attack on Israeli air base; minor damage reported (The Associated Press)
    16d
  9. [4.6]
    Blinken urges calm amid Israeli-Iran tensions; Paris bomb threat (The Independent)
    16d
  10. [2.8]
    Iran warns of severe response if Israel escalates tensions (News18)
    16d
  11. [2.4]
    Iran downplays alleged Israeli drone strikes in Isfahan (Hindustan Times)
    16d
  12. [4.1]
    Tensions escalate between Iran and Israel, US imposes sanctions (India Today)
    17d
  13. [3.7]
    Iran warns of strong response to Israeli actions (Mint)
    17d
  14. [2.7]
    Limited Israeli strike on Iran's nuclear facility in Isfahan (The New York Times)
    17d
  15. [4.1]
    Israel retaliates with drone strike near Isfahan, Iran (Vox.com)
    17d
  16. [3.5]
    Israel strikes Iran in response to missile attack, avoiding escalation (New York Post )
    17d
  17. [3.8]
    Tensions ease between Israel and Iran after recent attacks (Slate)
    17d
  18. [5.3]
    Iran and Israel engage in direct conflict, escalating tensions (ABC News)
    17d

  19. [2.4]
    Israel conducted a limited strike on Iranian Air Force base (The Express Tribune)
    17d
  20. [4.3]
    Escalating tensions in Middle East, particularly Iran-Israel conflict (The Guardian)
    17d
  21. [4.3]
    G7 warns Iran over ballistic missiles to Russia (POLITICO Europe)
    17d
  22. [4.3]
    Israel drone sortie over Iran raises conflict concerns (The Guardian)
    17d
  23. [5.2]
    Israel responds to Iranian attack, tensions escalate in region (The Guardian)
    17d

  24. [4.9]
    Israel strikes Iran, risking global conflict; de-escalation urged (The Mirror)
    17d
  25. [4.3]
    G7 informed of Israeli drone action in Iran, urges de-escalation (CTV News)
    17d
  26. [3.5]
    Israeli attack on Iran led to limited explosions in Isfahan (Rappler)
    17d
  27. [4.3]
    Israeli drone strike targets Isfahan, escalating Iran-Israel conflict (The Guardian)
    17d
  28. [4.9]
    Israel attacked Iran near Isfahan; global calls for de-escalation (The Independent)
    17d
  29. [5.6]
    Calls for de-escalation amid Israeli-Iran tensions (The Guardian)
    17d

  30. [5.2]
    Global leaders urge de-escalation and restraint in Middle East (DAWN.com)
    17d

  31. [4.7]
    Group of Seven warns Iran, Israel conflict escalates (CTV News)
    17d
  32. [4.8]
    G7 informed of Israeli drone action in Iran (The Associated Press)
    17d
  33. [4.8]
    G7 condemns Iran's attacks, supports Israel, warns of sanctions (Hindustan Times)
    17d
  34. [2.6]
    Explosions in Isfahan not from missile attack (The Indian Express)
    17d
  35. [3.1]
    Limited Israeli drone strikes on Iranian military facilities reported (ABC News)
    17d
  36. [2.6]
    Israeli drones intercepted near Isfahan; no damage reported (CNN)
    17d
  37. [3.9]
    Iran refrains from retaliation; China seeks de-escalation; global reactions (The Guardian)
    17d
  38. [3.3]
    Israeli attack on Iran's Isfahan to showcase military capability (Sydney Morning Herald)
    17d
  39. [3.9]
    Israel conducted military operations against Iran, no significant damage (The Guardian)
    17d
  40. [4.0]
    Israel launched missile attacks on Iran's Isfahan on April 19 (Hindustan Times)
    17d
  41. [5.0]
    US embassy advises staff to limit movements amid tensions (Hindustan Times)
    17d

  42. [4.5]
    Israel retaliated against Iran with airstrikes after missile attacks (Hindustan Times)
    17d
  43. [4.3]
    Israel retaliated against Iran near Isfahan airbase; minimal damage (The Independent)
    17d
  44. [4.2]
    Israel retaliates with drone strike near Isfahan, Iran (The Globe and Mail)
    17d
  45. [6.0]
    Israel retaliated against Iran; tensions escalate in Middle East (South China Morning Post)
    18d

  46. [5.1]
    Israeli missiles strike Iran, causing airport explosions; flight diversions (Mint)
    18d

  47. [3.4]
    Israel retaliated against Iran near Isfahan air base (The Telegraph)
    18d
  48. [3.9]
    Iran fires air defense near Isfahan amid Israeli strike fears (The Associated Press)
    18d
  49. [4.5]
    Israeli retaliates against Iran; US supports Israel's security (Hindustan Times)
    18d
  50. [4.9]
    Explosions in Isfahan suspected to be Israeli retaliatory strikes (The Straits Times)
    18d
  51. [3.6]
    Iran fires air defence amid fears of Israeli strike (Sydney Morning Herald)
    18d
  52. [4.9]
    Israeli airstrikes hit Iran after drone attack; tensions escalate (DAWN.com)
    18d
  53. [3.2]
    Explosion near Isfahan Airport in Iran diverts flights (CNN)
    18d
  54. [5.3]
    Israeli missiles strike Iran, causing explosions; tensions escalate (ABC News)
    18d

  55. [3.6]
    Iran fires air defence near Isfahan amid rising tensions (CTV News)
    18d
  56. [4.2]
    Iran warns of strong response to Israeli military actions (CNN)
    18d
  57. [4.6]
    New sanctions imposed on Iran by U.S. and U.K (The Associated Press)
    18d
  58. [3.0]
    Treasury Department imposes sanctions on Iran for attacking Israel (The Washington Post)
    18d
  59. [4.0]
    New sanctions imposed on Iran by U.S. and U.K (Castanet.net)
    18d
  60. [4.9]
    Israel unlikely to retaliate against Iran before Passover ends (The Telegraph)
    18d