March 4, 2026 | Kashmir POST

Iran–Israel Conflict 2026: Real-World Escalation, Strategic Calculus & What Comes Next

March 4, 2026 Editor

Iran–Israel Conflict 2026: Real Escalation, Regional Fallout & Global Risk Analysis By: Javid Amin | 04 March 2026 Executive Summary The Iran–Israel confrontation has entered its most volatile phase in decades. While not officially declared as a full conventional war, the conflict now includes: Direct Israeli strikes on Iranian-linked targets Iranian missile and drone retaliation Escalation along the Lebanon front involving Hezbollah U.S. military positioning across the Gulf Diplomatic paralysis at the United Nations The crisis reflects a shift from shadow warfare to open, multi-front confrontation. Civilian risk has increased…

Mehbooba Mufti Slams OIC for ‘Betraying’ Muslim World Over Iran Strikes

March 4, 2026 Editor

Mehbooba Mufti Accuses OIC of ‘Betrayal’ Over Silence on Khamenei Killing By: Javid Amin | 03 March 2026 Former Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has launched a direct and forceful attack on the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), accusing the 57-member bloc of remaining silent over the US–Israel strikes on Iran that reportedly killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Her remarks mark the strongest criticism yet from a mainstream Kashmiri leader against the OIC, framing its response as not merely muted — but as a “grave betrayal of…

‘Talking to Kings and Princesses’: MP Aga Ruhullah Slams PM Modi’s Gulf Outreach Amid Iran Crisis

March 4, 2026 Editor

‘Talking to Kings and Princesses’: Aga Ruhullah Slams PM’s Gulf Diplomacy Amid Iran Crisis By: Javid Amin | 03 March 2026 Kashmir MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi has launched a sharp critique of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent Middle East outreach, accusing New Delhi of ignoring Iran at a critical moment following the reported assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a US–Israel strike. His remarks — delivered amid protests and curfew-like restrictions in Jammu & Kashmir — reflect a deeper political and strategic debate about India’s evolving foreign policy priorities.…

Meta Takes Down Social Media Handles of Prominent Jammu & Kashmir News Outlets Amid Protests

March 4, 2026 Editor

Meta Removes Greater Kashmir, Kashmir Life & Rising Kashmir Social Media Accounts Amid Valley Protests By: Javid Amin | 03 March 2026 Meta Removes Social Media Accounts of Leading Kashmir News Outlets In a move that has triggered widespread concern and political backlash, Meta Platforms has taken down the social media handles of several prominent Jammu and Kashmir–based news organizations from its platforms, including Greater Kashmir, Kashmir Life, and Rising Kashmir. The removals reportedly occurred on March 3, 2026, across platforms such as Facebook and Instagram, at a time when…