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Disclaimer & Legal

Last updated: 9 March 2026

Purpose

WAR.DIRECT is a non-commercial, public-interest information tool built during a time of active conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States. It was co-created by Rishi Khiani and Claude (by Anthropic) with a single goal: to make real-time conflict information freely accessible to everyone — especially those directly affected.

We believe that in times of crisis, information should be available to all, not locked behind paywalls or scattered across dozens of sources. This platform exists to aggregate, organize, and present publicly available data in a way that is genuinely useful.

Non-Commercial Use

This platform is provided entirely free of charge. We do not run advertisements, collect user data for commercial purposes, or seek to profit from this project in any way. There are no subscriptions, premium tiers, or monetization mechanisms of any kind.

Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Classification

WAR.DIRECT operates exclusively as an open-source intelligence (OSINT) aggregation platform. This means:

This approach is consistent with established OSINT practices used by organizations such as Bellingcat, Liveuamap, ACLED, and the International Crisis Group — all of which aggregate publicly available conflict data for public-interest purposes.

Content Sources

All content on this platform is aggregated from publicly available sources, including but not limited to:

We do not claim ownership of any third-party content. All news articles link back to their original sources. TV streams are publicly broadcast and freely available online.

Editorial Independence & Neutrality

WAR.DIRECT is an independent, non-partisan project. We are:

Our sole objective is to make publicly available information more accessible and organized for civilians, journalists, researchers, and humanitarian workers.

AI-Generated Content

Portions of this platform use artificial intelligence for content processing:

AI systems can produce errors, hallucinations, or outdated information. AI-generated content should not be treated as authoritative reporting.

Citizen Voices & User-Generated Content

The "Voices from Inside the War" feature allows users to submit audio recordings from conflict-affected areas. Important disclosures:

Casualty & Human Cost Data

Casualty figures presented on this platform are compiled from multiple independent sources and are presented as ranges where figures conflict. Sources include official government statements, international humanitarian organizations, independent human rights groups (such as Hengaw and HRANA), and verified media reports.

Casualty data in active conflicts is inherently uncertain. Figures may be underreported, delayed, or disputed. We present these numbers as "reported" figures, not as independently verified counts. Where sources disagree, we provide the range (e.g., "1,230–2,400+") to reflect the uncertainty.

Helplines & Emergency Information

We have made every reasonable effort to accurately compile emergency helplines, embassy contacts, airline numbers, and hospital information across affected regions. This includes verified contact details for Indian embassies and high commissions in the Middle East.

However, phone numbers and services may change without notice. Always verify critical emergency information through official government and embassy websites. In a life-threatening emergency, contact local emergency services immediately.

Accuracy & Limitations

We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any information presented on this platform. Conflict situations are inherently chaotic and fast-moving — information can become outdated within minutes.

The battlespace map, strike data, and AI-extracted intelligence are provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon for personal safety decisions, military planning, or any operational purpose. AI-powered extraction may occasionally produce inaccurate results.

We expressly disclaim all liability for any loss, injury, or damage arising from the use of or reliance on information provided on this platform.

Privacy & Data Collection

WAR.DIRECT collects minimal data:

Jurisdiction & Governing Law

WAR.DIRECT is operated by an individual based in India and hosted on infrastructure located in the European Union (Lithuania). The platform is governed by the laws of India.

This platform is a news aggregation and public-interest information service. It does not target, solicit, or specifically direct its content toward any particular country or jurisdiction. Content is made available globally on the open internet as a public resource.

If access to this platform is restricted in your jurisdiction, we respect local laws and do not encourage circumvention of lawful access controls.

Intellectual Property

The WAR.DIRECT platform code, design, and original content are provided under the spirit of open access. Third-party content (news articles, TV streams, flight data) remains the property of their respective owners and is used here under fair use / fair dealing for public-interest, non-commercial, informational purposes.

If you are a content owner and believe your material is being used inappropriately, please contact us and we will address it promptly.

Compliance & Takedown Requests

We respect intellectual property rights, privacy concerns, and legitimate legal requests. If you are a:

Suggestions & Corrections

We actively welcome corrections, updates, and suggestions from users. If you spot an inaccuracy, have updated information, or want to suggest improvements — please reach out. Accuracy is our highest priority.

This is a community resource. The more people contribute, the more useful it becomes for everyone.

Contact

For inquiries, takedown requests, or corrections, reach out to Rishi Khiani at kaam.com/rishi.

WAR.DIRECT — Information should be free.