War Alert: US Arms Deals Surge as Iran–Israel Conflict Escalates, Fears of Nuclear Risk Grow

As the war between Iran, Israel, and the United States intensifies, the Middle East has emerged as a major global arms market. The United States has approved weapons deals worth nearly ₹1.3 trillion with regional allies including Kuwait and Jordan, along with an additional ₹500 billion defense agreement with the United Arab Emirates. These deals include the supply of F-16 Fighting Falcon jets, Boeing CH-47 Chinook helicopters, missiles, drones, air-defense, and radar systems, as Gulf countries strengthen their defenses following Iranian strikes in the region. Meanwhile, Iran has intensified attacks on Israel’s energy infrastructure. A missile strike targeted the Haifa Oil Refinery, one of Israel’s most critical fuel facilities supplying up to 60% of the country’s energy needs. Reports suggest Iran used a precision-guided ballistic missile known as the “Nasrullah,” capable of carrying multiple warheads and striking high-value targets at ranges between 1,500–2,000 km. The escalating conflict has also raised global concerns about a potential nuclear confrontation. Officials from the World Health Organization and the International Atomic Energy Agency have warned of the catastrophic humanitarian and environmental consequences if nuclear weapons are used. Simultaneously, US and Israeli forces carried out air and missile strikes on Iranian locations including Tehran and the strategic port of Bandar Lengeh Port, reportedly targeting naval infrastructure. Explosions and fires were reported across multiple regions, highlighting the rapidly worsening security situation in the Middle East.

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