News18 Evening Digest: US Reacts After Israel Hit 30 Iranian Fuel Depots In A Day & Other Top News

Last Updated:March 09, 2026, 18:05 IST

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In today’s News18 evening digest, we bring to you the latest on Israel Iran War as Israel hit 30 Iranian fuel depots. The move went far beyond what the United States expected after being notified in advance, triggering the first significant disagreement between the allies since the war began eight days ago. Check this other top stories here.

‘WTF’: How US Reacted After Israel Hit 30 Iranian Fuel Depots In A Day

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As the US-Israel-Iran war intensifies, a small island in the Persian Gulf has emerged at the centre of strategic calculations in Washington. Despite weeks of strikes on Iranian military and nuclear infrastructure, Kharg Island—Iran’s main oil export hub—has remained largely untouched. Now, according to an Axios report, the Donald Trump administration is considering new military options around the island, including potential special-forces operations tied to the broader war strategy against Tehran. Read more

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