US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Modi-Trump call on Hormuz; US pauses Iran power plant strikes 5 days, Kushner-Witkoff in talks; Indian LPG ships cross strait
US Israel Iran War Live: In a significant development on Day 25 of the West Asia war, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump spoke by phone on Tuesday and discussed the situation in the Middle East, including the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open, US envoy to India Sergio Gor said in a post on X.
The development comes a day after President Trump announced he was pausing all US military strikes on Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for five days, citing “very good and productive conversations” toward a “complete and total resolution” of hostilities. Trump said envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff held talks Sunday with a “respected” Iranian leader, and that Tehran “wants very much to make a deal”.
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Two Indian LPG carriers successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz carrying 92,612 MT of LPG, with 33 and 27 Indian seafarers onboard respectively — a significant development as the waterway remains effectively closed to most commercial traffic. The vessels are en route to India to boost domestic energy supplies.
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Iran names new SNSC chief; Modi addresses Rajya Sabha
Iran appointed former IRGC commander Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr as the new Supreme National Security Council secretary, replacing Ali Larijani, who was killed in a US-Israeli airstrike. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the Rajya Sabha, called for global peace and dialogue, confirming India’s continuous engagement with Gulf countries, Iran, Israel, and the US.
On Tuesday, Israeli Police Superintendent Fadida Yaniv confirmed damage to central Tel Aviv was caused by an Iranian warhead with about 100 kilograms (220 pounds) of explosives. Yaniv, who serves with the police unit investigating explosions, told the Associated Press at the scene that the missile damaged homes and cars on the residential street but there were no serious injuries reported.
Airlines Affected
25+
Hubs Disrupted
6
Longest Halt
Oct 24
Gulf Carriers
Ltd Ops
Airlines cancelled · by destination hub
1
🇦🇪
Dubai (DXB)
Longest: Oct 24
14 AIRLINES
hub
2
🇮🇱
Tel Aviv (TLV)
Longest: Aug 5
11 AIRLINES
halted
3
🇸🇦
Riyadh (RUH)
Longest: May 17
6 AIRLINES
suspend
4
🇶🇦
Doha (DOH)
Longest: Jul 2
6 AIRLINES
suspend
5
🇱🇧
Beirut (BEY)
Longest: Jun 15
5 AIRLINES
suspend
6
🇦🇪
Abu Dhabi (AUH)
Longest: Mid-Sept
5 AIRLINES
suspend
| # | AIRLINE | DESTINATIONS SUSPENDED | RESUMES | TYPE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lufthansa Group | Tel Aviv, Beirut, Dubai, Amman, Erbil, Abu Dhabi, Tehran, Riyadh | Apr 30 | European |
| 2 | IAG / British Airways | Dubai, Tel Aviv, Amman, Bahrain, Doha, Abu Dhabi | Later 2026 | European |
| 3 | Air France KLM | Tel Aviv, Beirut, Dubai, Riyadh, Dammam | May 17 | European |
| 4 | Finnair | Dubai, Doha | Jul 2 | European |
| 5 | LOT Polish | Dubai, Tel Aviv, Riyadh, Beirut | May 31 | European |
| 6 | Aegean Airlines | Tel Aviv, Beirut, Amman, Erbil, Baghdad, Dubai, Riyadh | May 24 | Gulf Hub |
| 7 | Cathay Pacific | Dubai, Riyadh | May 31 | Gulf Hub |
| 8 | Delta | New York–Tel Aviv, Atlanta–Tel Aviv | Aug 5 | Gulf Hub |
| 9 | Singapore Airlines | Singapore–Dubai | Apr 30 | Gulf Hub |
| 10 | Pegasus Airlines | Iran, Iraq, Amman, Beirut, Kuwait, Bahrain, Doha, Dammam, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Riyadh | Apr 13 | Gulf Hub |
| 11 | IndiGo | Doha, Kuwait, Bahrain, Dammam, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah | Mar 28 | Indian |
| 12 | Emirates | Reduced schedule — partial airspace reopening | TBC | Gulf Carrier |
| 13 | Etihad Airways | Limited commercial schedule from Abu Dhabi | TBC | Gulf Carrier |
| 14 | Qatar Airways | Revised limited number of flights | Mar 28 | Gulf Carrier |
| 15 | Wizz Air | Israel, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Amman, Jeddah | Mid-Sept | Low-cost |
| 16 | airBaltic | Tel Aviv, Dubai | Oct 24 | Low-cost |
| 17 | Flynas | Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Doha, Bahrain, Kuwait, Iraq, Syria | Mar 31 | Low-cost |
| 18 | Norwegian Air | Dubai; Tel Aviv & Beirut launches delayed | Jun 15 | Low-cost |
Gulf Carriers — Operating Status
✈️
Emirates
Operating a reduced schedule following partial reopening of regional airspace. Full operations not yet restored.
REDUCED
✈️
Etihad Airways
Operating a limited commercial schedule between Abu Dhabi and select destinations only.
LIMITED
✈️
Qatar Airways
Operating a revised, limited number of flights until March 28. Further updates expected.
LIMITED
Indian Carrier — IndiGo
🇮🇳
IndiGo — 7 Gulf Routes Suspended
All operations to Doha, Kuwait, Bahrain, Dammam, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah and Sharjah suspended until March 28.
SUSPENDED
✈ IndiGo suspended Gulf routes — until Mar 28
Doha Kuwait Bahrain Dammam Fujairah Ras Al Khaimah Sharjah
Israeli Carrier — El Al
🇮🇱
El Al Israel Airlines
Operational constraints preventing regular flights from Israel except in rare, exceptional cases. Urging authorities to open Ramon Airport near Eilat.
GROUNDED
⚠ Status reflects airline statements as reported. Schedules subject to change as the regional situation evolves.
Source: Airline statements via Reuters · As reported March 2026 · Cancellation end dates per carrier announcements; subject to revision
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