Everything that happened until April 2nd from the war in Iran and the Middle East - MINUTE BY MINUTE

02/04/2026 13:26- Iran targets US-linked steel firms in 'warning' attacks

Iran's Revolutionary Guard says it has targeted US-linked steel and aluminum facilities in Gulf states.

These attacks were a "warning", they said: if Iranian industries are hit again, "Tehran's next response will be more painful", more here.

02/04/2026 08:58- Trump says the US doesn't need the Strait of Hormuz, but the world does

President Donald Trump used his speech Wednesday to downplay the United States' dependence on the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for shipping oil and gas, as the rest of the world bears the brunt of energy supply disruptions and price hikes.

"The United States imports almost no oil through the Strait of Hormuz and will not import any in the future. We don't need it," Trump said in his televised address, more here.

02/04/2026 07:54-Iran's reaction comes after Trump's speech: The war will continue

Iran's military threatened more destruction and boasted of its power in a response to US President Donald Trump's State of the Union address on Wednesday evening, in which he said the conflict was "nearing its end" and threatened to return Iran "to the Stone Age."

"The war will continue until the US and Israel face humiliation, shame, permanent regret and final surrender," the Iranian military headquarters spokesman said in the statement reported by Iranian state media IRIB.

For more, click HERE.

02/04/2026 08:29- Trump says 'targets on Iran are nearing completion'

US President Donald Trump said his country would "finish the job" in Iran soon as "key strategic objectives are nearing completion" in his first national address in defense of the war since the conflict began in late February.

At the same time, he said Iran will continue to face a barrage of attacks in the short term, more here.

01/04/2026 23:44-US will leave Iran 'very quickly' and will return if necessary - says Trump

The United States will "leave Iran very quickly" and could return for "immediate strikes" if necessary.

President Donald Trump told Reuters on Wednesday, hours before he was scheduled to deliver a State of the Union address about the war in Iran.

With the conflict in its fifth week and Trump under pressure for a halt amid rising gas prices, the president scheduled a speech to talk about the way forward.

To read the full news, click HERE.

01/04/2026 22:39-The President of Iran comes with "an open letter to the American people"

In a letter reportedly addressed to the American people, Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian laid out "the long-standing historical grievances that lie behind Tehran's distrust of Washington."

And as further noted, a turning point was the 1953 coup, which he described as "an illegal American intervention aimed at preventing the nationalization of Iran's own resources."

To read the full story, click HERE.

01/04/2026 21:07-Britain to host virtual summit on Strait of Hormuz

Britain will host a virtual meeting with representatives from 35 countries on Thursday to assess diplomatic and political options to reopen the critical Strait of Hormuz.

The meeting comes as US President Donald Trump criticizes European allies, calling on them to "start learning how to fight for themselves."

British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper "will host a meeting that brings these countries together for the first time, where we will assess all the viable diplomatic and political measures we can take to restore freedom of navigation," Prime Minister Keir Starmer said today.

A British official told CNN that the UK "continues to work with the US on this initiative," which also brings together other key partners, including the Gulf Cooperation Council. The meeting will take place tomorrow, the official said.

Starmer said today that military planners will also meet to "consider how we can mobilise our capabilities and make the Strait accessible and safe once the fighting is over".

But the British leader warned: "This will not be easy."

01/04/2026 15:52-Iran warned Bulgaria not to allow the US to use its airports

Iranian authorities warned NATO member Bulgaria last month not to allow the US to use its airports for planes participating in military operations in Iran, the foreign ministry said on Wednesday.

To read the full news, click HERE.

01/04/2026 15:52- Trump: US will leave Iran very soon

Donald Trump has repeated his claim that US operations in Iran will end in the near future.

In an interview with the Reuters news agency, Trump said he could not reveal when "exactly," more here.

01/04/2026 15:28- Trump says Iran has asked the US for a ceasefire

Donald Trump has said the Iranian president has asked for a ceasefire - but the US will not "consider" it until the Strait of Hormuz is reopened.

Posting on Truth Social, the US president described Iran's leader as "much less radicalized and much more intelligent" than his predecessors, more here.

01/04/2026 14:54- Germany has begun receiving the first shipments of liquefied natural gas from Oman

Germany has begun receiving its first supplies of liquefied natural gas from Oman, even as the war in the Middle East blocks global supply routes - but a deeper look into the country's gas supply chain suggests Berlin may be more exposed to the crisis than official figures indicate.

The shipments, delivered under a four-year contract signed in 2023 between Oman's state-owned LNG producer and German gas importer Securing Energy for Europe (SEFE), began as planned this month, a SEFE spokesman told German Capital magazine, more here.

01/04/2026 14:50-Iran approves plan to charge ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz

Malaysia has said that some of its ships have been allowed to pass through the Strait of Hormuz without having to pay a fee to Iran.

"We will not pay any fees, as may have been misunderstood by some online users. We are not paying anything," said government spokesman Fahmi Fadzil..more.

01/04/2026 13:53- Israeli forces kill Hezbollah commander in southern Lebanon

Israel killed a senior Hezbollah commander in Beirut, the military said on Wednesday.

Israeli marines "carried out an attack in Beirut" and "eliminated" Hajj Yusuf Ismail Hashem, the commander of Hezbollah's Southern Front unit, according to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), more here.

01/04/2026 12:57-Drone attack on British company warehouses in Iraq

UK-linked oil company targeted in drone attack in Iraq.

A large fire broke out at Castrol's oil warehouses in Erbil earlier today, Iraqi news agency Shafaq...more.

01/04/2026 11:57-Oil prices fall after Trump's statement

After the biggest monthly increase ever, the price of oil has fallen again, reaching its lowest level in a week and temporarily dropping below $100 per barrel.

The fact that this is also seen as a relief shows the unenviable position we are in: high fossil fuel prices have become the norm...more.

01/04/2026 10:47-Iran launches action against American technology companies - attacks Amazon servers in the Middle East

Tensions in the Middle East have escalated, as Iran has launched attacks on Amazon Web Services (AWS) servers in the region.

One of the attacks reportedly hit a data center near the headquarters of Batelco, Bahrain's largest telecommunications provider, causing possible disruption of internet services...more.

01/04/2026 10:35- Israeli Army: We have killed the key engineer of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard

A senior engineering officer in the Quds Force, the extraterritorial wing of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, was killed yesterday in an Israeli airstrike in Iran, the Israeli military says.

The IDF says the attack in Mahallat, in central Iran, killed Mahdi Vafaei, the chief of engineering in the IRGC's Quds Force's Lebanese Corps, more here.

01/04/2026 09:36- Israeli strikes kill seven in Beirut, as it vows to occupy southern Lebanon after war ends

At least seven people were killed in two separate attacks in Lebanon's capital, Beirut, early Wednesday, the Lebanese Health Ministry said.

The health ministry said an Israeli airstrike in the Jnah area of ​​south Beirut killed at least five people and wounded 21 others. A Lebanese security source said four parked cars were hit, more here.

01/04/2026 08:40- Trump says war with Iran could be over within 'two weeks', with or without a deal

US President Donald Trump said the war in Iran would end "very soon", giving a timeline of two to three weeks, while the White House announced that Trump would address the nation on Wednesday evening "to provide an important update on Iran".

Trump claimed that the US would be finished with the conflict "maybe in two weeks, maybe a few more days to do the job. But we want to destroy everything they have," more here.

01/04/2026 07:52-Iran only wants a permanent end to the war, not a ceasefire

Iran's Foreign Minister has stated that the country will not accept a ceasefire, but only a permanent end to fighting in the Middle East.

Speaking to Al Jazeera, Abbas Araghchi added that he had a direct line of communication with US President Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff - but the messages exchanged with him were not "negotiations"...more.

31/03/2026 23:52-Iran threatens Microsoft, Apple, Google and Tesla

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced that it will target American companies in the region starting April 1, in retaliation for attacks carried out on Iran, according to Iranian state media reports.

The IRGC's threat list includes 18 major American companies, including technology and industrial giants such as Microsoft, Google, Apple, Intel, IBM, Tesla and Boeing...more.

31/03/2026 22:53-Pope Leo called on Trump to find a way out of the war with Iran

Pope Leo called on US President Donald Trump to seek a way out of the war in Iran.

"I've been told that President Trump recently stated that he wants to end the war. I hope he's looking for a way out," said Leo, the first pope to come from the United States.

The Israeli-US war with Iran has now lasted a month, with no concrete signs that it will end soon.

In the Middle East region, there are attempts to sit at the negotiating table, but this has not yet happened.

31/03/2026 21:45-France closes airspace to US military planes flying towards Iran

France bans US planes from operations against Iran, Trump criticizes Paris.

Paris has decided to close its airspace to American military transport flights, banning the participation of American aircraft in operations against Iran....more.

31/03/2026 19:53-Israeli missile hits anti-aircraft gun in Tehran

An Israeli airstrike has hit an Iranian ZU-23-2 anti-aircraft gun, located on the roof of a multi-story building in Tehran, causing a fire and significant damage.

The attack comes at a time when tensions in the region are rising, following a series of recent conflicts that have involved military and civilian targets...more.

31/03/2026 18:59-Israel warns of security zone in southern Lebanon after military operation

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has stated that the Israeli military (IDF) plans to deploy to a security zone inside Lebanese territory after the end of the current military operation.

According to Katz, this area will extend along a defensive line against anti-tank missiles and will include full security control up to the Litani River...more.

31/03/2026 17:59-Britain sent even more troops to the Middle East

The increase in British troops to be sent to the Middle East will help the UK's allies defend their airspace from Iranian attacks, Defence Secretary John Healey has said.

During a visit to the Persian Gulf countries, Healey listed the countries that he believes will benefit from this measure...more.

31/03/2026 16:58-Oil price rises near highest level since war

The price of oil is rising again, with a barrel of Brent crude oil, the global standard, up over 5 percent to pass $118.

It is approaching its highest level since the start of the Iran war, when it briefly reached $119.50 a barrel on March 9.

This latest price increase puts it on track for its biggest monthly gain in history, as oil traders grapple with Iran's effective control of the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20 percent of global oil supply passed before the war.

31/03/2026 15:58-American general: 11.000 attacks on Iran, B-52 missions launched

The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the United States Armed Forces, General Dan Caine, stated during a conference at the Pentagon that the US has carried out more than 11 strikes on targets in Iran and has launched missions with B-52 bombers.

Caine announced that US forces have so far carried out over 11 attacks on targets in Iran and that, thanks to air superiority, the implementation of B-52 bomber missions over Iranian territory has also begun successfully...more.

31/03/2026 15:13- Hegseth: Talks with Iran are very real, active and gaining strength

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was asked about the difference between the noise from Washington and Donald Trump, sounding positive about the negotiations, and repeated claims by Iranian officials that there are no serious negotiations yet, only indirect messages being passed through intermediaries.

A Tehran official even said that the US is negotiating with itself, more here.

31/03/2026 14:38- Trump tells the United Kingdom: Go get your oil

United States President Donald Trump has posted a message on his social media account Truth, telling the United Kingdom to "go get your oil."

"To all those countries that can't get jet fuel because of the Strait of Hormuz, like the United Kingdom, which refused to get involved in beheading Iran, I have a suggestion for you: Number 1, buy it from the United States, we have plenty, and Number 2, gather some belated courage, go to the Strait and just get it," the US president added, more here.

31/03/2026 13:23-Trump says US is talking to a 'new' and 'more reasonable' Iranian regime - but who are they?

President Donald Trump said Monday that the US is engaged in serious talks with a "new" and "more reasonable" regime in Iran, as the war enters its fifth week.

But who are they?

To read the full news, click HERE.

31/03/2026 11:19- Trump is ready to end the war 'without reopening the Strait of Hormuz'

Donald Trump has told aides that he would be willing to end the US military campaign against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed, according to the Wall Street Journal.

Citing administration officials, the report claims that Trump has decided that the US must achieve its primary goals of reducing Iran's navy and its missile stockpiles and calming current hostilities, while pressuring Tehran to resume the free flow of trade through the key waterway, more here.

31/03/2026 09:58-US "unofficially" requests batteries from Poland for the "Patriot" system in the midst of the war with Iran

Poland has received an "unofficial" request from the US to consider temporarily lending one of its two Patriot air defense batteries for deployment in the Middle East.

As the daily "Rzeczpospolita" reports, AA reports, Washington has not submitted an official request, but has approached Warsaw unofficially amid growing concern about the security situation in the Middle East and the need to protect American forces and allies there.

To read the full news, click HERE.

31/03/2026 09:36- US says Trump is "interested" in asking Arab countries to pay for war against Iran

The White House has suggested that US President Donald Trump will ask Arab countries to cover the cost of the United States' war against Iran, which is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars.

Trump spokeswoman Caroline Leavitt was asked on Monday whether Arab states should pay for the war, as when U.S. allies helped finance Washington's intervention during the 1990 Gulf War, much here.

31/03/2026 08:46- The tanker that left Kuwait was hit by an Iranian drone attack at the port of Dubai

Iran attacked and set fire to a fully loaded crude oil tanker docked in Dubai port, with the attack damaging the ship's hull, in the latest attack on commercial shipping in the Gulf and Strait of Hormuz amid the US and Israel's war on Iran.

Dubai authorities said a drone attack on the tanker Al Salmi caused a fire on board that was extinguished early Tuesday, hours after the attack was first reported. They later confirmed there was no oil leak, more here.

31/03/2026 08:29- Power outage in Tehran after explosions in Isfahan

The Iranian city of Isfahan appeared to have been heavily bombed overnight Tuesday, while there were reports of explosions and initial power outages in the capital Tehran.

A video posted on social media, and geo-located by CNN, shows a series of large explosions in Isfahan. The minarets of the city's grand Mosalla Mosque can be seen in the foreground of the footage, more here.

30/03/2026 23:26- Thousands of US Army paratroopers arrive in the Middle East, as reinforcements intensify

Thousands of soldiers from the US Army's elite 82nd Airborne Division have begun arriving in the Middle East, two US officials told Reuters on Monday, as President Donald Trump weighs his next steps in the war against Iran.

Reuters first reported on March 18 that the Trump administration was considering deploying thousands of additional U.S. troops to the Middle East, a move that would expand options to include deploying forces inside Iranian territory, more here.

30/03/2026 22:57- The Saudis found a lifeline for part of the world's oil, but there is a risk that the Houthis could close it by force

The oil-hungry world got modest relief earlier this month when Saudi Arabia began diverting millions of barrels of crude oil — usually destined for ships passing through the blocked Strait of Hormuz — to its Red Sea port of Yanbu.

But over the weekend, Iran-backed Houthi militants entered the war in an escalation that threatens to cut off even that lifeline, more here.

30/03/2026 21:34- Iran is 'positioning itself' publicly, but 'eager' to negotiate behind closed doors, says White House

White House press secretary Caroline Leavitt says what remains of the regime in Iran is "increasingly eager" to negotiate with the US "while they still can" and that these talks are "going well," with Iranian officials agreeing to some US points in private talks.

This contradicts what we heard from Tehran earlier today, when the Foreign Ministry said that US proposals to end the fighting are "unrealistic, illogical and excessive", more here.

30/03/2026 19:44- White House: War is going 'successfully and according to plan'

Caroline Leavitt spoke from the White House regarding the US military operation in Iran.

She says Operation Epic Fury, the US campaign in Iran, is moving forward "successfully and according to plan," more here.

30/03/2026 18:26 - Turkey says NATO defenses shot down fourth Iranian missile entering its airspace

A ballistic missile launched from Iran entered Turkish airspace before being shot down by NATO air and missile defenses deployed in the eastern Mediterranean, Turkey's Defense Ministry said on Monday.

The move marked the fourth such incident since the start of the US-Israeli war with Iran, following three previous intercepts by NATO systems earlier this month that prompted Ankara to protest and warn Tehran, more here.

30/03/2026 14:53-Trump threatens to "completely" destroy Iran's energy resources if no deal is reached

30/03/2026 13:13-President Donald Trump said that if Iran does not reach a deal with the United States and does not open the Strait of Hormuz, the country will end its military involvement in the region by "blowing up and completely obliterating" the country's power plants and oil wells.

To read the full news, click HERE.

30/03/2026 17:16- Starmer says British troops will not join any ground invasion of Iran

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has ruled out deploying British troops on the ground in Iran, after insisting the UK will not be "dragged along" in Donald Trump's escalating war in the region.

The US sparked fears over the weekend that it is preparing for ground operations in Iran, as fighting between Tehran and Washington continues into its second month, more here.

30/03/2026 14:18-An oil refinery in Haifa, Israel, is hit

Iran managed to damage the oil refinery in Haifa, Israel. pic.twitter.com/go4ruxi5Mz

- Clash Report (@clashreport) March 30, 2026

An industrial building and a fuel tanker at the Bazan oil refinery in the northern city of Haifa were hit by debris from a captured rocket, the Israel Fire and Rescue Service says.

It is not immediately clear whether the missile was fired by Iran or by members of the Iranian-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon.

No casualties are reported.

The fire service says a direct hit was identified on a tanker parked inside the factory premises, causing thick smoke to billow from the roof of a nearby structure.

Firefighters are currently working to prevent the fire from spreading to other areas, while also searching for trapped individuals.

Energy Minister Eli Cohen says there was no damage to production facilities and that fuel supplies will not be affected.

A firefighter said the tanker that was hit is on the outskirts of the country and contains benzene, which is not dangerous.

He says it will take several hours to put out the fire caused by the attack.

30/03/2026 13:13-Spain closes airspace to planes involved in Iran war

Spain has closed its airspace to planes involved in the Iran war.

And this decision even reportedly includes a ban on the use of the Rota and Moron military bases, which house US forces in Spain.

To read the full news, click HERE.

30/03/2026 12:27-Israel launches more attacks on Beirut - and gives details of recent attacks on targets in Tehran

The Israel Defense Forces have begun strikes on "Hezbollah's terrorist infrastructure" in Beirut.

The IDF announced this action on its Telegram channel.

She also described some of her recent attacks on the Iranian capital, Tehran.

Here's what he said he was aiming for:

A long-range missile structure;

A factory manufacturing weapons components for anti-tank and anti-aircraft missiles;

And a facility for the "production, research and development" of ballistic missile engines.

Iranian state media reported overnight that a petrochemical plant was hit about 330 miles northwest of Tehran.

30/03/2026 10:54-Trump 'would rather take the oil' in Iran - hints that Washington could occupy Kharg Island

US President Donald Trump has said he would "prefer" to "take the oil" in Iran and has hinted that Washington could seize Kharg Island, a key export hub, as US forces expand their presence in the Middle East.

To read the full news, click HERE.

30/03/2026 10:50-Iran confirms death of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Navy commander

Iran has confirmed the death of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' naval commander, Alireza Tangsiri.

Israel and the US previously claimed that Tangsiri had been killed after a joint strike on March 26.

Defense Minister Israel Katz said last week that "in a precise and deadly operation," he had killed Tangsir and other senior naval command officials.

Iranian media reported a statement from the Revolutionary Guard this morning, saying he had died from "serious wounds."

30/03/2026 08:11-Houthi group with 'new front in Iran war' - will they block the Bab al-Mandeb Strait?

Yemen's Houthi group has entered Iran's war by launching attacks on Israel, and some analysts have warned that their arrival could open another front in the conflict - the possible blockade of the Bab al-Mandeb, a strait that represents another bottleneck in global trade in goods.

To read the full text, click HERE.

30/03/2026 08:11-Trump says Tehran has "mostly" accepted the US 15-point plan

President Donald Trump said Sunday that Iran has agreed to "most" of a 15-point list of demands that the US conveyed, via Pakistan, to end the war.

Asked if Iran had responded to these points, the president told reporters aboard Air Force One: "They accepted most of the points. Why wouldn't they accept us?"

"They are agreeing with us on the plan. We asked for 15 things, and for the most part, we will ask for a few more things," Trump continued, CNN writes, according to the Telegraph.

To read the full news, click HERE.

29/03/2026 23:25-Head of US Central Command meets with IDF forces in Israel

The head of US Central Command (CENTCOM), Admiral Brad Cooper, met in Israel on Sunday with the Chief of Staff of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, and other senior Israeli generals, an Israeli source with knowledge of the meeting told CNN.

According to sources, the meeting focused on the war against Iran and efforts to stop Iranian weapons production.

This comes a day after IDF spokeswoman Effie Defrin said Israel is "several days" away from completing a campaign targeting all of Iran's "critical" military production industries assets.

29/03/2026 22:13-Pakistan says it will be welcoming US-Iran talks 'in the coming days'

Pakistan's foreign minister has said his country will soon host talks between the US and Iran.

According to SkyNews, Ishaq Dar did not reveal whether the talks would be direct or indirect, and there was no immediate announcement from either side.

To read the full news, click HERE.

29/03/2026 19:42-Netanyahu will expand the Israeli occupation into southern Lebanon

Benjamin Netanyahu has announced an expansion of Israel's occupation of neighboring southern Lebanon, as his forces target the Iranian-backed militant group Hezbollah.

The Israeli prime minister said he has told his army to further expand what he called the "existing buffer security zone," SkyNews writes, according to the Telegraph.

He has pledged to radically change the security situation there.

To read the full news, click HERE.

29/03/2026 18:30-Iranian forces "expecting" US ground invasion, says parliament speaker

The speaker of Iran's parliament said the country's forces are "waiting" for US troops, while accusing the US of "secretly planning a ground invasion" as he spoke of negotiations.

In comments made on the 30th day of the US-Israeli war with Iran, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who has emerged as one of the most prominent voices inside the country, said that by offering talks, the United States hoped to achieve through negotiations what it had "failed to achieve" through war.

To read the full news, click HERE.

29/03/2026 16:58-Qatar TV station says Israeli missile hit its Tehran office

🇮🇷 Qatar's Al Araby TV office in Tehran has been heavily damaged in what appears to be a drone strike.

Striking a major Qatari-funded media outlet inside the Iranian capital is a pretty bold escalation.

Source: @RapidReport2025 https://t.co/Dc4NkHOF8x pic.twitter.com/49CGkrjZ6l

— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) March 29, 2026

An Israeli missile hit the building of a Qatari television station in Tehran.

Al Araby said its live broadcast was forced to be interrupted and that the office suffered "extensive damage."

In a video posted on the channel's social media accounts, equipment, furniture and debris could be seen scattered on the ground.

Debris and damaged vehicles could be seen down the road.

29/03/2026 15:22- Israeli IDF detains CNN journalists in West Bank, one crew member injured and cameras damaged

The IDF arrested a group of CNN journalists in the West Bank on Friday, damaging their cameras and injuring a photographer.

The CNN team was interviewing Palestinian residents of the West Bank town of Tayasir after settlers set up a checkpoint in the town and reportedly violently attacked residents, more here.

29/03/2026 14:24-What have the US and Iran said about the possibility of a ground war?

CNN recently reported on comments made by the speaker of the Iranian parliament, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.

He said that Iranian forces are "waiting" for American troops and that they are "ready to wreak havoc on them and punish their regional allies forever."

For more, click HERE.

29/03/2026 13:25-Tensions rise, US strengthens military presence in the Middle East - view of troop deployment

The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) announced that a group of 3,500 Marines aboard the USS Tripoli has arrived in the Middle East.

The assault ship serves as the lead ship for the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group and the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, which together consist of approximately 3,500 Marines, along with transport and attack combat aircraft, as well as amphibious and tactical assault assets.

For more, click HERE.

29/03/2026 14:05- Ayatollah Khamenei's death could change Iran's nuclear doctrine

When Iran's secret nuclear program became internationally known more than two decades ago, Tehran insisted that its goals were peaceful and that it had no plans to develop weapons, CNN writes.

The country's then-supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, even went so far as to issue a fatwa, or legal ruling under Islamic law, banning them, more here.

29/03/2026 13:29- Israeli army just days away from hitting all its "top priority" targets

The Israeli forces (IDF) are just days away from striking all targets in Iran that it classifies as "top priority," a spokesman said today.

The targets are divided into different groups, "they could be ballistic missiles, (weapons) production, nuclear centers, command and control centers, and so on," said Nadav Shoshani, the IDF spokesman, more here.

29/03/2026 11:53-Erdogan: All of humanity is paying the price of this senseless war

"The price of a senseless, illegal and unnecessary war that is shaking our region is being paid not only by the parties to the conflict, but by all of humanity," Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said.

Erdogan made the comments during a World Economic Forum (WEF) Strategic Meeting in Istanbul, stressing the importance of dialogue and diplomacy amid the ongoing war in the Middle East.

For more, click HERE.

29/03/2026 12:37- Iran issues directive to counter possible US ground operation

A well-informed source told The Media Line that, according to a newly issued directive, the regime ruling Iran is taking measures to prepare for a possible US ground attack, as well as to counter possible distracting and destructive operations in the capital and major cities, especially in the south and northwest of the country, more here.

29/03/2026 10:41-War in Iran, US sends third aircraft carrier to the Middle East

U.S. Marines assigned to the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group arrived in U.S. Central Command waters on Friday, the command announced.

The group, led by the American-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli, departed earlier this month from its home port, Sasebo, Japan.

For more, click HERE.

29/03/2026 10:32-Thousands of US Marines and soldiers arrive in the Middle East

Thousands of US sailors and soldiers have arrived in the Middle East on a warship, US Central Command announced.

The USS Tripoli carries about 3,500 personnel, as well as transport and attack fighter aircraft, as well as attack and tactical assets.

For more, click HERE.

29/03/2026 10:29-They attacked Israel with missiles, who are the Houthi rebels who joined the war

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis announced on Saturday that they had fired missiles at Israel, as they entered the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

The Israeli military had previously said it had detected a missile from Yemen.

Who are they?

The Houthi movement is one side of the civil war in Yemen.

For more, click HERE.

29/03/2026 09:47- "Don't talk to this regime," the exiled crown prince asks Trump

Iran's exiled crown prince has warned against negotiations with the regime in Tehran - and said he will call for more protests on the streets there.

Speaking at the Conservative Political Action Conference in Texas - an annual gathering of Republican activists and lawmakers - Reza Pahlavi was greeted with applause as he took the stage, more here.

29/03/2026 09:07- Shops and restaurants in Egypt told to close early as energy crisis deepens

Shops, restaurants and cafes in Egypt have been told to close early, as part of a series of temporary measures to combat high energy prices caused by the war with Iran.

Retail stores and restaurants will have to close by 9pm every night for the next month, starting Saturday, more here.

29/03/2026 08:50-Iran threatens the US and Israel: We will hit your universities in retaliation

Last night, Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned airstrikes on two of the country's leading universities.

Today, the Revolutionary Guard has warned that it will not tolerate attacks on the country's institutions and will consider Israeli universities and branches of American universities in the region as "legitimate targets."

For more, click HERE.

29/03/2026 08:38- Houthi involvement in the war could bring a new threat to maritime transport

The Houthi entry into the Middle East conflict could put oil exports and shipping in the region at even greater risk.

The Strait of Hormuz has been effectively closed for a month. The Houthis could threaten another critical key point - the Bab al-Mandab Strait that connects the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean, more here.

29/03/2026 08:23-WP: US is preparing for ground invasion of Iran

The United States is preparing for a ground invasion of Iran, according to the Washington Post.

The Pentagon is preparing for weeks of troops on the ground, according to the WP, citing US officials who spoke on condition of anonymity.

For more, click HERE.

29/03/2026 08:16-A month since the start of the war with Iran, thousands of people have been reported killed

It has been exactly a month since the US and Israel launched a war with Iran, sparking a conflict that has engulfed the Middle East.

It has killed thousands of people, according to a CNN estimate of the death toll released by regional authorities.

For more, click HERE.

28/03/2026 22:56-Israelis protest against war with Iran, clash with police

Protests have erupted in Israel against the war launched by Israel and the US against Iran, initially attracting only a few dozen participants.

The numbers now appear to be rising, although they are a far cry from the tens of thousands who filled the streets last year to protest the war in Gaza.

For more, click HERE.

28/03/2026 22:04-Houthis vow not to stop attacks after joining the war

Yemen's Houthi rebels have said they will continue military operations "in the coming days" after joining the conflict with Iran earlier today.

The Israeli military previously said it had intercepted a rocket launched from Yemen, with reports suggesting another projectile was also fired from the country hours later.

For more, click HERE.

28/03/2026 21:16-Houthi rebels launch another attack on Israel

Yemen's Houthi rebels launched another missile toward Israel, hours after their first attempted attack today.

Earlier, Israel said it had successfully intercepted a rocket fired by rebels, without reporting any injuries.

For more, click HERE.

28/03/2026 20:41-Iran recruits 12-year-olds as "fighters defending the homeland"

An official from Iran's Revolutionary Guards said the minimum age for participation in war-related support roles has been lowered to 12, according to statements broadcast on state media.

Rahim Nadali said an initiative called "For Iran" was recruiting participants to help with activities such as patrols, checkpoints and logistics.

For more, click HERE.

28/03/2026 18:15-Iran attacks Kuwait's main airport - view

Kuwait International Airport has been hit by a series of Iranian drones, according to officials in the country.

The airport's radar system and several fuel tanks suffered significant damage in Saturday's attacks.

For more, click HERE.

28/03/2026 17:20-WP: US has launched over 850 Tomahawk missiles at Iran

More than 850 Tomahawk missiles have been fired by the US in the Iran war so far, the Washington Post reported.

The rate at which the military is using the missiles has alarmed some Pentagon officials, leading to internal discussions about how to make more missiles available, according to the report, which cited people familiar with the matter.

For more, click HERE.

28/03/2026 15:20-Turkish chief diplomat reveals details about secret negotiations on Iran

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stressed the importance of preventing "permanent hostilities" between countries during the Middle East war, warning that Israel is the main obstacle to achieving peace.

He stated that Turkey's goal from the beginning has been to prevent war, stop it if it starts, prevent its spread and keep the country out of the conflict...more.

28/03/2026 14:55-Iranian president says Pakistan's trust is necessary for talks to end war

As Pakistan prepares to hold talks with three other countries regarding the war, its prime minister held a phone conversation with the president of Iran.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian told Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif that trust is needed to facilitate talks and mediation.

Pezeshkian praised Pakistan's diplomatic efforts as the two leaders discussed the situation in the region and efforts to end the war.

28/03/2026 13:54-Merz: Regime change in Iran seems unattainable, we didn't manage to do it in Afghanistan either for 20 years

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has expressed strong doubts about the goals of the war against Iran, stressing that regime change in the country seems an objective beyond realistic possibilities.

His statements come at a time of high international tension and as some Western countries are considering diplomatic and military options to curb Tehran's influence in the region...more.

28/03/2026 12:55-Drone attacks hit Oman port, wave of attacks also in Bahrain

The strategic port of Salalah in Oman was hit again by two Iranian drones, in an attack that caused material damage and injured a foreign worker.

A crane at the port was damaged, while local authorities are working to fully assess the consequences...more.

28/03/2026 11:53-Trump warns: We have 3554 targets left in Iran

US President Donald Trump has made a series of strong statements regarding the conflict between the US/Israel and Iran, conveying harsh messages about the state of the Iranian leadership and the progress of military operations.

In a recent comment, he said that US forces have "3,554 targets yet to be struck" inside Iran and that these will be accomplished soon, implying that the military campaign against Iranian infrastructure is at a crucial stage.

28/03/2026 11:07-​Lebanon, the consequences of Israeli attacks

28/03/2026 10:01-What do we know and don't know about the war negotiations with Iran?

The situation in the Middle East continues to be extremely tense, while negotiations to stop the escalation of the conflict with Iran are taking place in an unclear and secretive manner.

Euronews attempts to separate what is already known and what remains unknown to the public and the international community...more.

28/03/2026 08:58-Tehran faced heavy bombing during the night

Tehran was heavily attacked during the night, targeting military targets and universities.

According to media reports, the Iranian capital, Tehran, faced intense bombing overnight...more.

28/03/2026 07:56-Houthis officially join the war - rocket fired from Yemen, alarm sirens throughout Israel

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have confirmed that a rocket was fired from Yemen towards southern Israel.

This marks the first direct attack by the Yemeni Houthi, backed by Iran, since the start of Operation Roaring Lion a month ago (February 28)...more.

27/03/2026 22:08-Iranian uranium factory attacked

Iran has officially reported an attack on a uranium processing facility, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

The UN nuclear agency says it has been informed by Iran that the Shahid Rezayee Nejad facility in Yazd province (also known as Ardakan) was attacked today.

For more, click HERE.

27/03/2026 22:04-"We cannot have a second North Korea in the Middle East," warns Witkoff

Trump envoy Steve Witkoff has spoken more about Washington's efforts to reach a peace deal in the Iran war.

"I think the president wants a peace agreement, but he also believes in - and I believe in him too - peace through strength," he said.

"Without pressure, I never put anyone down at the table," Witkoff added.

For more, click HERE.

27/03/2026 21:50-Iranian official: Mojtaba Khamenei is well and leading the country

Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is in good health and leading the country, an Iranian official has said, attributing his absence from public view to security concerns.

"The reason for his absence from the public is to respect security considerations due to the current special circumstances," Ali Bahraini, Iran's representative to the United Nations office in Geneva, said, according to the Iranian state-affiliated Student News Network (SNN), adding that "he is completely healthy and is continuing to lead the country."

For more, click HERE.

27/03/2026 20:54-War in Iran, airlines cancel more flights in the Middle East

Global air travel remains disrupted, with many people still unable to fly as scheduled to certain destinations, after the US-Israeli war against Iran forced the closure of major Middle Eastern hubs, including Dubai, Doha and Abu Dhabi.

Air Canada has canceled all flights to Tel Aviv until May 2 and to Dubai until April 30.

For more, click HERE.

27/03/2026 20:27-Trump makes strong statements about Mojtaba Khamenei: CIA told me he is homosexual

Donald Trump claimed in a phone interview with Fox News that he had been informed by the CIA that Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is gay.

Trump participated in a phone interview with the show "The Five", where he was asked directly about rumors about Iran's new supreme leader.

When asked if the CIA had informed him that "the Ayatollah's son is gay," the US president replied: "They told me. I think a lot of people are saying that, which puts him in a difficult position in a country like this."

For more, click HERE.

27/03/2026 19:13-G7 agrees to secure Strait of Hormuz - only after Iran war ends

The G7 has agreed to protect passage through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for energy exports, but only after the war between the United States, Israel and Iran ends.

The joint commitment by the foreign ministers comes as US President Donald Trump is increasing pressure on European countries to help secure the waterway, which Tehran has kept virtually closed since the start of hostilities nearly a month ago.

For more, click HERE.

27/03/2026 18:37-Rubio: War with Iran will end in weeks, not months

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke after the G7 foreign ministers' meeting in France.

"The United States expects the operation in Iran to be completed within weeks, not months," Rubio told reporters.

For more, click HERE.

27/03/2026 17:50-Iranian hackers access FBI chief's email, publish materials online

Hackers linked to Iran have publicly claimed to have accessed the email of FBI Director Kash Patel, publishing photos of the director and other documents.

On their website, the hacking group Handala Hack Team said that Patel "will now find his name among the list of successfully hacked victims."

For more, click HERE.

27/03/2026 16:53-UN: US must complete investigation into school attack in Iran

The UN human rights chief has urged the US to complete its investigation and publish its findings into a deadly attack on an Iranian primary school that took place on the first day of the war last month.

"The bombing evoked profound horror," Volker Turk said in an urgent debate of the UN Human Rights Council, adding that "there must be justice for the terrible damage caused."

For more, click HERE.

27/03/2026 15:40-Tension between Washington and Israel after Vance-Netanyahu phone call

A tense phone conversation between JD Vance and Netanyahu highlighted a growing disagreement between Washington and Israel over assumptions regarding the war.

White House officials began to suspect that some members of the Israeli government were trying to smear US Vice President JD Vance after a difficult phone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu...more.

27/03/2026 15:19-Trump tired of Iran

Inside the White House, aides say that US President Donald Trump is already mentally putting the conflict with Iran aside.

A senior official said "[Trump] is getting a little fed up with Iran. Not that he's regretting it or anything like that - he's just fed up and wants to move on."

27/03/2026 14:39-Massive fire at Kuwait port after Iranian drone and missile attack

Explosions at Kuwait's Mubarak Al-Kabeer port.

The fire broke out after a coordinated attack by Iran, which used a combination of drones and missiles to hit strategic targets...more.

27/03/2026 13:56-The American invasion of Iran will begin from the United Arab Emirates

Lebanese journalist Hassan Illaik has stated that, according to information he possesses, an American invasion of Iran, if Donald Trump decides to take such a step, could be launched from the territory of the United Arab Emirates.

The Lebanese journalist, who has worked for many years for the Lebanese newspaper Al-Akhbar, which is linked to Hezbollah, has stressed that Iran received information about the possible "route" of the attack from a major country...more.

27/03/2026 13:02-Katz: Iran will pay a "heavy" price for attacking civilians

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said there would be "heavy and increasing prices" for focusing attacks on Israeli civilians.

Katz said strikes on Iran would be escalated and expanded to "targets and areas" that help Iran build and operate weapons against Israeli civilians.

27/03/2026 12:31-They were also in Kosovo - what is the 82nd Airborne Division of the US Army

The deployment of more than 1500 soldiers from the US Army's 82nd Airborne Division has raised many questions about the commitment of the world's most elite paratrooper unit.

Just 18 hours after the order is given, one of the three brigades of this division can be deployed from the main base Fort Bragg in North Carolina to any point on the globe. ..more.

27/03/2026 11:52-Iran attacks Thai ship with missiles that illegally passed through the Strait of Hormuz

Iran has continued to attack ships that do not have permission to move through its territory.

Iran has hit a Thai container ship that attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz without permission from Iranian authorities.more.

27/03/2026 11:07-US uses unmanned drone boats against Iran for the first time

The US has confirmed it is using unmanned drone patrol boats in its operations against Iran - marking the first known use of this type of vessel in an active conflict.

The Pentagon said the Global Autonomous Reconnaissance Craft (GARC) drones have logged over 450 flight hours and 2,200 nautical miles during “Operation Epic Fury.”

These boats can be used for surveillance and possible attack missions.

27/03/2026 09:59-Iran warns of attacks on hotels housing US soldiers

Iran, through the Fars agency and a statement by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, warned hotel operators in the Middle East that facilities where American soldiers stay could become legitimate defensive targets if such a practice continues.

In a warning to hoteliers and other hospitality establishments across the Middle East, Iran claims that hotels and other civilian buildings used by US soldiers for accommodation could be treated as legitimate defensive targets if the practice is not stopped...more.

03/27/2026 08:50-The worst day on Wall Street since the start of the war with Iran

Wall Street fell sharply yesterday, while oil prices rose, as optimism about a possible end to the war with Iran was again replaced by uncertainty.

The S&P 500 fell 1,7 percent and recorded its worst day since January, returning to a five-week losing streak. The streak dates back to before the war and would be the longest in almost four years.

The Dow Jones fell 469 points, or 1 percent, while the Nasdaq fell 2,4 percent and is now more than 10 percent below the record level reached at the beginning of the year, which is known in the market as a "correction."

27/03/2026 07:54-Between negotiations and ground invasion - Trump considers sending 10 additional troops to the Middle East

The Wall Street Journal reports that US President Donald Trump is considering sending an additional 10 ground troops to the Middle East.

It added that the potential deployment of troops would give Trump "more military options even as he considers peace negotiations with Tehran"...more.

27/03/2026 07:39-Russians evacuated from nuclear power plant in Iran

More than 160 Russian specialists have been evacuated from the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran, according to the Russian state news agency Tass.

"We anticipate that all 163 people will cross the Iran-Armenia border tonight," said Alexey Likhachev, executive director of Rosatom, a state-owned nuclear energy company.

26/03/2026 23:48-Trump says Iran asked for "a 7-day pause" in attacks on power plants and he gave 10

US President Donald Trump told Fox News on Thursday that Iran initially asked him to stop US attacks on the country's power plants for seven days, but he decided to give them 10, making the deadline April 6.

“They said to me very nicely, through my people, ‘Can we have more time?’ Because we’re talking about tomorrow night, which is pretty quick, and if they don’t do what they need to do, I’m going to blow up their power plants,” Trump said.

"They asked for seven, and I said, 'I'll give you 10,' because they gave me ships (with oil)," he added.

Trump said Iranian officials were "very grateful" for this.

When Trump first threatened to strike Iranian power plants, he said the country had only 48 hours to open the Strait of Hormuz.

He then pushed that deadline back five days, to Friday, before pushing it back again on Thursday (March 26). /Telegrafi/

26/03/2026 23:09-Iran and Ukraine wars are 'very interconnected' with Russia, says Kallas

The wars in Iran and Ukraine are "highly interconnected" with Russia, High Representative Kaja Kallas warned on Thursday, calling on the United States to increase economic pressure on the Kremlin as it benefits from rising oil prices due to the conflict.

Moscow is said to be providing Tehran, an early ally, with drones and intelligence services to help target US military assets in the Middle East.

But, according to Euronews, President Donald Trump's administration has largely avoided blaming Russia.

"We see that Russia is helping Iran with intelligence to target Americans, to kill Americans, and Russia is also supporting Iran now with drones so that they can attack neighboring countries and also American military bases," Kallas said on the way to a meeting of G7 foreign ministers in Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay, France.

"These wars are very interconnected. So if America wants the war in the Middle East to stop (and) Iran to stop attacking them, they should also put pressure on Russia so that it is not able to help them in this," she added.

Kallas urged the US, Israel and Iran to "sit down" and find a negotiated solution, or a "way out," as she put it, that could bring the war to a swift end.

26/03/2026 22:04-Trump extends suspension of attacks on Iran's energy infrastructure for another 10 days

Donald Trump has extended the "pause on bombing Iranian energy infrastructure."

The US president said on Truth Social that - "at the request of the Iranian government" - he would suspend the attacks for 10 days.

Trump says his deadline is April 6, 8 p.m. Eastern Time - which is actually 11 days away, SkyNews writes, according to the Telegraph.

He added that, "despite erroneous statements to the contrary from the fake news media," talks between the US and Iran to end the war are "ongoing and... going very well."

To read the full news, click HERE.

03/26/2026 20:08-Rubio says "progress has been made" in negotiations with Iran

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Thursday that "progress has been made" in negotiations with Iran, but declined to provide details about who he has had discussions with.

"There are intermediary countries that are conveying messages and progress has been made - concrete progress has been made," Rubio said shortly before leaving for a meeting of G7 foreign ministers in France.

Negotiations are a "continuous and fluid process," he added, foreign media write, reports Telegraph.

When asked if he would ask other G7 countries to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Rubio said, "it's in their interest to help."

26/03/2026 18:40-Iran told the US it had enough uranium to make 11 atomic bombs, Trump's envoy claims

After Donald Trump spoke at the beginning of a cabinet meeting, the US president handed the floor to Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Witkoff.

And after Vance and Rubio spoke, special envoy Steve Witkoff said that early in the talks, "it became quite clear" that Iran would not make a deal that met Washington's objectives.

He also claimed that Iran's negotiators told the US they had enough uranium to make "11 atomic bombs" and confirmed that the US presented a 15-point plan to form the framework for a peace deal.

To read the full news, click HERE.

26/03/2026 15:40-Israel and US remove Foreign Minister and Parliament Speaker from elimination list

Israel has removed Iran's foreign minister from its list of targets for elimination, following Pakistan's intervention.

Abbas Araqchi and the speaker of parliament, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, were on the execution list until Pakistan asked Washington not to take action against them. In response, the US asked Israel to withdraw from the plan, according to a Pakistani official who spoke to Reuters.

26/03/2026 15:27- Who was Alireza Tangsiri, the chief of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Navy, whom Israel claims to have killed?

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy Commander Alireza Tangsiri, whom Israel claims to have killed, is a well-known military figure in Iran.

He has led the IRGC's naval forces for years, and is known to have worked extensively on developing its position and technical capabilities, more here.

26/03/2026 15:12-US for the "final strike" against Iran - what are the four options on the table?

According to recent reports from AxiosThe United States is considering several military options against Iran, in case diplomatic talks fail.

US officials warn that potential strategies include ground and air operations in strategic areas of the Gulf of Hormuz...more.

26/03/2026 14:57- NATO chief avoids criticism of Trump - after US president sends warning to bloc

NATO Chief Mark Rutte spoke in Brussels today at a press conference presenting his 2025 Annual Report.

The bloc's leader was repeatedly asked about Donald Trump's criticism of NATO this morning, who said NATO countries had done "absolutely nothing" to support US efforts against Iran, more here.

26/03/2026 14:49-Two fatalities in Abu Dhabi - Iranian ballistic missile debris hits citizens

Authorities in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, said two people were killed and three others were injured after fragments of a ballistic missile, which was shot down by an air defense system, fell in an area of ​​the city.

The incident occurred on Sweihan Road, when the air system intercepted the missile and the falling parts caused the fatalities and injuries...more.

26/03/2026 14:04-Pentagon is considering diverting aid to Ukraine to the Middle East

The Pentagon is considering diverting weapons destined for Ukraine to the Middle East, the Washington Post reports.

Citing three sources, it is said that as the US is expending some of its most critical munitions during the war in Iran, it is considering the best way to resupply them.

The outlet added that a final decision had not yet been made. The weapons that are said to be diverted include air defense interceptor missiles ordered from the NATO PURL program.

26/03/2026 13:28-Germany will limit fuel prices

Germany's lower house of parliament has approved initial measures in a fuel policy package aimed at curbing steep price hikes caused by the war with Iran, including limiting gas stations to raising prices only once a day.

The new package, proposed by the ruling Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and the Social Democratic Party (SPD), was approved by the lower house on Thursday...more.

26/03/2026 13:16-Netanyahu: Attacks on Iranian targets continue with force

Benjamin Netanyahu stated that attacks on Iranian regime targets are continuing with high intensity.

He stressed that the operations aim to weaken the capacities of this regime and protect its security interests.

According to him, the actions will continue until the defined military objectives are achieved.

26/03/2026 12:56-Bundeswehr can help secure Hormuz, but only once the war is over - says German Defense Minister

Germany ruled out military involvement in the Iran war but said it could participate in securing the Strait of Hormuz after hostilities end, Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said during a visit to Australia.

"We do not want to be drawn into this war. As long as the war continues, we will not be involved militarily," Pistorius said in Canberra on Thursday, more here.

26/03/2026 12:21-Turkey evacuates forces from Baghdad

Turkish forces are evacuated from the NATO base in Baghdad.

The Turkish Ministry of Defense announced that NATO has decided to withdraw its mission in Iraq, while Turkish Armed Forces personnel were successfully evacuated from Baghdad, also supporting the withdrawal of allied troops from the region.

26/03/2026 11:54-Trump again hits NATO countries: You have done nothing for Iran, we will not forget this

The US President has regularly shared his thoughts and intentions regarding the war in Iran.

This time, Donald Trump repeated his criticism of Western allies, saying that NATO countries have done "absolutely nothing" to support US efforts against Iran...more.

26/03/2026 11:28 - Iranian Navy chief behind closing Strait of Hormuz killed in airstrike

The head of Iran's navy, who was behind the Strait of Hormuz, has reportedly been killed in an air strike - as Donald Trump says he wants a "quick end to the war".

Alireza Tangsiri, 64, a key figure in maintaining control over the critical waterway, was shot dead in a nearby port city, an Israeli official said, more here.

26/03/2026 11:02-Internet blockade in Iran enters 27th day

The internet shutdown in Iran has exceeded 600 hours.

According to the internet monitoring service, NetBlocks, only state-approved sites can access the internet.

Many senior Iranian officials continue to post freely on social media, criticizing and threatening the US and Israel. The level of connectivity in Iran is around 1 percent, says NetBlocks.

26/03/2026 10:29- 'I said, no, thank you' - Trump says Iran offered him the job of supreme leader

US President Donald Trump on Thursday reiterated his claim that he is in discussions with Iran to end the war, despite Tehran's denial of any ongoing negotiations.

While speaking at a Republican fundraiser, he went on to claim that the Iranian leadership had unofficially suggested that he become the next supreme leader of the Islamic Republic, a proposal he said he had rejected, more here.

26/03/2026 10:01-Iran hits Kafr Qasim in Israel with a cluster bomb

Recently released footage documents a dramatic moment from the morning attacks, showing the impact of a cluster bomb in Kafr Qasim, during a ballistic missile attack launched by Iran against central Israel.

The video, captured by a security camera, offers a direct insight into the danger faced by civilians in such situations...more.

26/03/2026 09:33-Bolton: Arabs did not want war, but they want the overthrow of the regime

Former adviser to US President Donald Trump, John Bolton, says that the Gulf Arab states have always supported regime change in Iran and continue to want it.

"The Gulf Arab states probably didn't want this war to start, but they have always preferred regime change in Iran. I think they still want regime change," he said.

26/03/2026 09:33-Turkish oil tanker attacked by drone near the Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul

A crude oil tanker owned by a Turkish company based in Istanbul was attacked early Thursday, about 14 miles off the Bosphorus, according to Turkish media reports.

The crude oil tanker Altura, owned by Pergamon Shipping, was sailing from Russia and was reportedly attacked by a drone and an unmanned surface vehicle, more here.

26/03/2026 08:50-Oil price rises above $100 per barrel again

The price of oil has returned above the psychological level of $100 per barrel, reflecting the ongoing uncertainties in global energy markets.

This morning, prices have marked a new increase, as geopolitical tensions and the ongoing war continue to significantly impact supply and market expectations...more.

26/03/2026 08:33- US is increasing forces in the Middle East despite talks of negotiations

Even though the Trump administration insists that negotiations are underway, the US government is continuing to send troops to the Middle East.

In recent days, it has been reported how Marines are being sent to the region - about 2,500 from California, with three warships. These are special operations forces, more here.

26/03/2026 08:19-War with Iran is a "catastrophe for world economies," says German Defense Minister

Boris Pistorius, Germany's defense minister, has called the war in the Middle East a "catastrophe for world economies."

"From the beginning, we were not consulted beforehand. Nobody asked us. It is not our war and for that reason we do not want to get involved in that war," he declared.

26/03/2026 07:44-How Trump is informed about operations in Iran

According to American officials, US President Donald Trump receives very brief video briefings every day on US military operations against Iran.

These videos focus mainly on the US military's most successful strikes against Iranian targets in the last 48 hours...more.

25/03/2026 23:51-Over 5000 Israelis injured since the start of the war with Iran

Over 5000 Israelis have been injured since the start of the war, the Israeli Health Ministry says.

The total number of people injured in Israel since the start of the conflict has exceeded 5000, the Israeli Health Ministry has announced.

25/03/2026 23:19-Netanyahu ordered the most powerful attack on Iran - fears that Washington will stop the war with Tehran

Israel is working quickly to strike as many high-priority targets in Iran as possible, due to concerns that US President Donald Trump could suddenly end the war.

This information was published New York Times, referring to two senior Israeli officials and two people briefed on the matter...more.

25/03/2026 22:39-Israeli Army: 700 Hezbollah members killed in Lebanon

At least 700 Hezbollah operatives have been killed so far in Lebanon during the recent conflict with Israel, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced.

Among those killed are "hundreds" of members of the elite Radwan force, the militant group's most specialized unit...more.

25/03/2026 21:52-The German Chancellor revealed what he talked about with Trump about the war in Iran

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has stated that everything is being done to convince the United States and Israel to seek a diplomatic solution to the current war.

"According to some statements there, the strategic dimension is not clear to us," said Merz...more.

25/03/2026 20:55-Iran outlines ceasefire conditions after rejecting Trump's plan

Iran has reacted to the 15-point plan proposed by US President Donald Trump, describing it as "excessive".

Iranian officials stressed that their country will decide for itself when and how the war will end, refusing to allow the US to dictate the timing of the ceasefire...more.

25/03/2026 19:54-Trump could announce ceasefire with Iran within the week

Israel is preparing for the possibility that US President Donald Trump could announce a ceasefire with Iran by next Saturday.

The chances of reaching a detailed and precise agreement between Iran and the United States are slim.

25/03/2026 19:20-White House: We will hit Iran hard if Tehran does not want peace

Focusing on negotiations to put a possible end to the conflict, White House spokeswoman Caroline Leavitt has left no room for doubt.

She emphasizes that Donald Trump wants peace, but warns that if Iran refuses to admit that it has been defeated, the American president will not hesitate to use all his power...more.

25/03/2026 18:40-Iran compared NATO attacks on Serbia to the US and Israel's war against them

The Iranian embassy in Serbia has published a message on the occasion of the anniversary of the NATO bombing of the former Yugoslavia in 1999, comparing that intervention to the current war of the United States and Israel against Iran.

"March 24, 1999 is a date that will forever remain unforgettable. 27 years ago, NATO launched an illegal 78-day aggression against Serbia, violating international law without a mandate from the UN Security Council," the embassy wrote on social networks...more.

25/03/2026 17:58-Any threat against us is an act of war, warns Mousavi

The commander of Iran's Space Force, Majid Mousavi, warns that any threat to Iran is an act of war.

He commented on the recent attacks on Dimona and Haifa, considering them a response to US warnings.

Mousavi emphasizes that these actions are not only part of Iran's military strategy, but also a clear political message.

25/03/2026 17:08-Spanish Prime Minister harshly criticized Netanyahu: Israel wants to destroy Lebanon just like Gaza

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of intending to cause the same level of damage and destruction in Lebanon as Israeli forces have done in the Gaza Strip.

Sanchez today explained to lawmakers his government's position regarding the war between the US/Israel and Iran...more.

25/03/2026 16:01-Iran rejects Trump's 15-point plan: It is asking too much

Iran has declared that the US president's demands are "excessive", after reviewing the 15-point plan proposed by Donald Trump.

According to an official quoted by Iranian state television, Tehran does not consider these conditions acceptable...more.

25/03/2026 14:26- Several ships passed through Hormuz on Tuesday, data shows

Numerous ships have passed through the Strait of Hormuz since yesterday morning (Tuesday), tracking data appears to show, as Iran says it will pay countries a fee for safe passage through the critical waterway.

Data from MarineTraffic, a provider of maritime intelligence and ship tracking, appears to show that three tankers and one cargo ship have passed through the strait in the past 24 hours, more here.

25/03/2026 12:57 - Iran threatens 'crushing attack' on US aircraft carrier if it comes within missile range

Iran's navy says it will attack the US aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln as soon as possible.

Admiral Shahram Irani, commander of the Iranian navy, said the carrier strike group was "constantly being monitored," Iranian state media reported, more here.

25/03/2026 11:14- Iran has received the US's 15-point plan, Pakistan says

Iran has accepted America's 15-point proposal to end the US-Israeli aggression, two Pakistani officials told the Associated Press.

Pakistani officials also touched on the content of the proposal, saying it included, more here.

25/03/2026 09:59- Iran will "absolutely" continue to charge a fee for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz

Iran will "absolutely" continue to charge countries and ships a fee for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, a senior Iranian official said, referring to the vital waterway that Iran has effectively closed to global maritime transport.

"A number of measures are in place for passage through the Strait of Hormuz due to the war situation imposed on Iran," Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei said in an interview with India Today on Tuesday evening, more here.

25/03/2026 08:05- Drone targets Kuwait airport and sirens are heard in Bahrain

Despite Donald Trump's claims that the US has won the war, the two sides continued to exchange fire throughout the night and into the 26th day of the conflict.

The Israel Defense Forces said in a Telegram post that they had launched attacks targeting infrastructure across Tehran, more here.

24/03/2026 23:44- US drafts 15-point plan to end war with Iran

According to multiple reports, the US has drafted a 15-point document to try to end the war with Iran.

Citing three sources familiar with the details, Israeli television Channel 12 reported that the plan was formatted similarly to those the US implemented in Gaza and Lebanon, more here.

24/03/2026 23:20- Trump reveals who is included in the US negotiating team with Iran

Donald Trump was asked about reports that JD Vance, his vice president, is leading talks with Iran.

In response, the American leader says Vance is "involved," but also mentions others who are participating, more here.

24/03/2026 23:01- Iran gave US 'a very big gift' yesterday, says Trump - while talking about 'regime change'

Donald Trump has claimed that Iran gave the US "a very big gift" regarding energy and the Strait of Hormuz.

Asked by a reporter why he would bother talking to Iran if he didn't trust them, Trump said: "Because they're going to make a deal," more here.

24/03/2026 21:24- Iran has agreed to never have a nuclear weapon, Trump says

Donald Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that Iran has "agreed that it will never have a nuclear weapon."

Iran is talking to Washington and "they are talking logically," the US president said, more here.

24/03/2026 19:59- The US will send 3,000 more soldiers to the Middle East

The US Pentagon will order the deployment of 3,000 more troops to the Middle East, the Wall Street Journal reported.

A written order to send the soldiers, said to be from the US Army's 82nd Airborne Division, is expected to be released in the coming hours, two US officials told the media, more here.

24/03/2026 18:55-The New York Times: Saudi prince urged Trump to continue war with Iran

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has pushed US President Donald Trump to continue the war against Iran, the Washington Post reported on Tuesday. New York Times.

The NYT said Bin Salman sees a "historic opportunity" to rebuild the Middle East, citing people briefed by US officials on the talks, more here.

24/03/2026 17:57- German president calls war in Iran 'catastrophic mistake'

When other European leaders called the US-Israeli attacks on Iran illegal, Germany backed down, writes Sky News.

In the first days after the start of military action, the Chancellor, Friedrich Merz, went so far as to say that there was no reason for him to criticize the attacks, more here.

24/03/2026 17:06- US "open" and Tehran "ready to listen"

An Iranian source told CNN on Tuesday that there has been an "opening" between the United States and Tehran and that Iran is willing to listen to "viable" proposals to end the war.

"There have been contacts between the United States and Iran, initiated by Washington, in recent days, but nothing that has reached the level of full negotiations," the source said, more here.

24/03/2026 15:57-Trump says 'war on Iran was his Secretary of War's idea' - here's how Pete Hegseth reacted

Foreign media have published the moment when US President Donald Trump appeared to "blame" Pete Hegseth, after suggesting that his Secretary of War came up with the idea of ​​striking Iran.

The US president went on to add that Israel has been "a great partner in this war."

Trump's comments come as the war - now in its fourth week - is wreaking havoc across the region and causing economic chaos across the globe.

To see Trump's full statement and the US Secretary of War's response, click HERE.

24/03/2026 14:58-Israeli Minister: We will occupy part of Southern Lebanon

Israel has confirmed plans to occupy large areas of southern Lebanon to create a "defensive zone" in its battle with Iran-backed Hezbollah militants.

Defense Minister Israel Katz said there could be no homes or residents in an area up to the Litani River, where there was "terror" in the area.

For more, click HERE.

24/03/2026 14:12-Why could Pakistan be the 'right place' for talks between Iran and the US?

Iran has publicly rejected US President Donald Trump's claim that the US and Iran have held "productive talks" to end their war, but speculation is mounting about how - and where - the two sides might meet to engage in further discussions.

In Pakistan, rumors are circulating that face-to-face talks will begin there.

For more, click HERE.

24/03/2026 13:44-German President Calls War with Iran a "Catastrophic Mistake"

The Iran war is a "catastrophic mistake" that violates international law, Germany's president said on Tuesday in an unusually open "rebuke" of US President Donald Trump's foreign policy, which he called a rupture for German ties with its biggest post-war ally.

In a harsh verbal attack, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, whose largely ceremonial role allows him to speak more freely than politicians, took a far more critical stance than Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who has sidestepped questions about the legality of the war.

"Our foreign policy does not become more convincing just because we do not call a violation of international law a violation of international law," Steinmeier, a former foreign minister from the center-left Social Democratic Party, said in a speech at the foreign ministry.

"We need to address this in relation to the war in Iran. Because, in my opinion, this war is contrary to international law," he said, adding that there was no doubt that the justification of the imminent nature of an attack on US targets was not convincing.

Calling the war unnecessary and a "catastrophic political mistake," Steinmeier said Trump's second term marked a rift in German foreign relations as deep as Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

"Just as I believe that there will be no turning back in relations with Russia before February 24, 2022, I also believe that there will be no turning back in transatlantic relations before January 20, 2025," Steinmeier said. /Telegrafi/

24/03/2026 13:26-Iran vows to continue the war

After rejecting US President Donald Trump's claims of "productive" talks, Iran has vowed to continue the war.

A spokesman for its high military command says the armed forces will fight "until complete victory."

This follows a similar tone from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who vowed to continue strikes on Iran and Lebanon despite Trump's recent comments.

24/03/2026 13:01-Trump: They call it war, we call it military operation

US President Donald Trump has called Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer a "Palestinian leader".

Trump made the comments during a visit to Memphis, Tennessee, where he participated in a roundtable discussion with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Attorney General Pam Bondi about the work of the Security Task Force.

For more, click HERE.

24/03/2026 11:07-'Previously unreported phone call' – Trump approved Iran operation after Netanyahu convinced him it was 'best chance to kill Khamenei'

Less than 48 hours before the US-Israeli attack on Iran was set to begin, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke by phone with President Donald Trump about the reasons for launching the kind of complex and far-reaching war that the American leader had once campaigned against.

To read the full news, click HERE.

24/03/2026 10:09-Trump talks about peace, Netanyahu vows to continue attacks on Iran

While US President Donald Trump is talking about the chances of ending the war soon, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to carry out more strikes.

He announced that Israel would "continue to attack both Iran and Lebanon."

For more, click HERE.

24/03/2026 09:16-American paratroopers heading to the Middle East and specifically Iran?

Open-source flight tracking data indicated a possible mobilization of American paratroopers from the US East Coast towards the Middle East and specifically Iran.

While it is not known exactly who is on these flights, namely six flights that departed from Fort Bragg, a military base in the state of North Carolina about 450 kilometers south of Washington, suggest that elements of the 82nd Airborne Division's Rapid Reaction Force may have been mobilized.

The Rapid Reaction Force consists of about 3.000 paratroopers capable of deploying anywhere in the world within 18 hours.

To read the full news, click HERE.

24/03/2026 08:07-Explosions in Beirut and sirens in Bahrain - attacks across the Middle East overnight

Overnight, Israel and Iran have exchanged fire, with Tehran also launching missiles and drones at US allies in the Persian Gulf and Israel launching a new wave of attacks on its second front in the war against the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militia in Lebanon.

To read a summary of the latest attacks, click HERE.

23/03/2026 23:52- Netanyahu says Trump sees opportunity for a deal to "protect our vital interests"

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday that US President Donald Trump believes there is an opportunity to turn what Netanyahu called major military achievements into a deal that will "protect our vital interests."

However, Netanyahu said in a televised speech that Israel will continue attacks on Iran and Lebanon, more here.

23/03/2026 23:13- Advisor to the Supreme Leader says the war will continue until Iran is compensated

Mohsen Rezaei, senior military adviser to Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, said the war will continue until Iran receives full compensation for the damages it has suffered.

In a televised speech broadcast on Monday, Rezaei also vowed that Iran would continue to fight until "all economic sanctions are lifted and legally binding international guarantees are obtained to prevent US interference in Iran," more here.

23/03/2026 21:20- Pakistan "ready to mediate talks" between Iran and US

Islamabad is "now ready to host talks" involving Iran and the United States, a Pakistani Foreign Ministry spokesman told CNN, hours after Tehran dismissed claims that the US and Iran opened a diplomatic channel last weekend.

"If both sides agree, Pakistan is always ready to hold talks," Foreign Ministry spokesman Tahir Hussain Andrabi said on Monday, more here.

23/03/2026 20:26- Iran says it will not mine the Persian Gulf, warns foreign powers not to interfere

Iran's military spokesman said Iran has "complete" control over the Persian Gulf region, the Strait of Hormuz and the waters near Oman, arguing that Tehran does not need to lay mines in the Gulf to assert its position.

"The Islamic Republic of Iran has full and strong control over the Persian Gulf region, the territorial waters of Oman and the Strait of Hormuz," the spokesman said in comments carried by Iranian media, more here.

23/03/2026 18:25- Experts warn that global shipping could change direction around South Africa for the rest of 2026

Shipping companies may avoid passing through the Middle East and opt for longer routes around the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa, following security concerns in the region, an expert said.

Transit through the Strait of Hormuz is "completely off the table for the rest of 2026" due to "the uncertainty and security situation in the region," said Peter Sand, principal analyst at Xeneta, a data firm for ocean and air freight, more here.

23/03/2026 17:24- Iran denies talks with US, while Trump claims "key points of the deal"

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said Iran has not held negotiations with the United States, rejecting President Donald Trump's claims that Washington and Tehran have made significant progress in talks.

Responding to an IRNA journalist's question about whether the US has backed down from threats against Iran's critical infrastructure, Baghaei said that in recent days messages have been received through "friendly countries" conveying a US request for negotiations to end the war, more here.

23/03/2026 15:52-The aircraft carrier 'USS Gerald R. Ford', involved in combat operations against Iran, is said to have returned to Crete

The USS Gerald R. Ford, the world's largest aircraft carrier that has been part of war operations in the Middle East, returned to a naval base in Crete on Monday, an AFP photographer said.

The ship, which took on food, fuel and ammunition in Souda Bay in February, reported a fire in the laundry on March 12, which injured two crew members.

To read the full news, click HERE.

23/03/2026 14:49-Oil prices fall after Trump's statement on Iran

Oil prices have fallen sharply after US President Donald Trump suggested that ongoing talks between the United States and Iran could end the war.

Brent crude, the global oil index, fell more than 7% to trade below $99 a barrel, after climbing to $114 a barrel earlier in the day.

For more, click HERE.

23/03/2026 12:30-US and Iran are discussing ending the war, Trump says - postpones military attacks on Iranian power plants

President Donald Trump said the United States and Iran held "productive talks" over the weekend and that he would postpone military strikes against Iranian power plants for five days.

Writing in large letters on Truth Social, Trump said he made the decision to postpone the threatened attacks based on the "tone and content" of the discussions, reports the Telegraph.

To read the full news, click HERE.

23/03/2026 10:012-Less than 16 hours left, Trump's ultimatum to Iran is expiring

There are less than 16 hours left until the expiration of US President Donald Trump's ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

The president demanded that Tehran reopen the maritime transport corridor in a post on his social media account, Truth Social, on Saturday evening.

Giving Tehran just 48 hours to comply, he warned that otherwise the US would "strike and destroy its nuclear facilities, starting with the largest."

For more, click HERE.

23/03/2026 09:04-Iran collects $2 million in transit fees for some ships in the Strait of Hormuz, says Iranian lawmaker

An Iranian lawmaker has said that Iran collected about $2 million in transit fees from several ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

Alaeddin Boroujerdi, a member of parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee, said on Sunday that Iran has created a "new concept of sovereignty" over the strait after 47 years and now charges certain ships $2 million for passage.

"The collection of $2 million as transit fees from several ships passing through the strait reflects Iran's strength," Boroujerdi said during a television program quoted by Iranian media.

Since early March, Iran has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz to most ships, a key oil transit route that normally handles about 20 million barrels per day and roughly 20 percent of global liquefied natural gas trade.

The shutdown has increased transportation and insurance costs, driven up oil prices and raised global economic concerns.

Regional escalation has continued since the US and Israel launched a joint war against Iran on February 28, killing over 1,300 people so far, including then-Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

Iran has retaliated with drone and missile attacks targeting Israel, along with Jordan, Iraq and Gulf countries, which it says are targeting "US military assets", causing casualties and damage to infrastructure, while "disrupting" global markets and aviation. /Telegrafi/

23/03/2026 08:20-At least 40 energy assets severely damaged in Middle East war, says IEA chief

The head of the International Energy Agency said on Monday that at least 40 energy assets had been "severely or very severely" damaged in the Middle East due to the war in the region.

"At least forty... energy assets in the region have been severely or very severely damaged in nine countries," Fatih Birol told the National Press Club in the Australian capital.

To read the full news, click HERE.

23/03/2026 08:05-Pope: The war in the Middle East is a scandal for humanity

Pope Leo issued another impassioned call for peace in the Middle East, urging leaders to open genuine spaces for dialogue.

Speaking to those gathered in St. Peter's Square, the Pope said he continued to "follow with concern the situation in the Middle East, as well as in other regions of the world devastated by war and violence."

To read the full news, click HERE.

03/22/2026 23:48- Treasury Secretary: US will continue campaign on Iran's Hormuz fortifications until they are "completely destroyed"

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent spoke to NBC News about the situation in Iran and in particular in the Strait of Hormuz.

"There has been a campaign - using military assets - to soften up Iranian fortifications along the Strait of Hormuz," Bessent said, more here.

22/03/2026 23:33- EU's Kallas holds talks with Iran and regional powers on Hormuz crisis

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas spent most of Sunday on the phone - but apparently didn't have much to say.

Kallas spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, as well as her counterparts in Turkey, Qatar and South Korea, in what Brussels described as part of its ongoing efforts to find diplomatic options in the crisis, more here.

22/03/2026 22:19- Iranian Foreign Minister: Hormuz is not closed, we will not be swayed by new threats

Iran, the US and Israel have been exchanging threats and insults on social media since the fighting began about three weeks ago.

Iran's Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, is among the latest to add to this, posting on X, more here.

22/03/2026 20:46- US Treasury Secretary says there is "plenty of money" for war against Iran

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has claimed that Washington can easily finance a war against Iran and will not need to raise taxes to do so.

Speaking on NBC News' Meet the Press, Bessent said: "We have a lot of money to fund this war," more here.

22/03/2026 19:46- Israel's ambassador to the US says he will bring Iran to its knees

Yechiel Leiter, Israel's ambassador to the US, has vowed revenge after two Iranian missile attacks on the Israeli cities of Dimona and Arad.

"The answer will be to continue this campaign until we bring this regime to its knees," Leiter said, more here.

22/03/2026 19:01- Iran says it will respond proportionately to any attack on vital infrastructure

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi is the latest senior official to speak out against Trump's threat to target Iran's power plants, saying Tehran would respond to any such attack "with a proportionate response."

In comments quoted by Iran's Mehr news agency, Gharibabadi said that threats against Iran's "vital power plants and infrastructure" constitute threats against civilian objects that should not be targeted during war, more here.

22/03/2026 18:16- Vital water facilities that could be at risk from Iranian attacks

Iran's military has warned that it could attack desalination plants and other critical infrastructure in the Middle East if the US carries out its attacks on Tehran's energy facilities.

Donald Trump gave Iran 48 hours last night to reopen the Strait of Hormuz - saying the US would "destroy" Iranian power plants if it did not comply, more here.

22/03/2026 16:44- Iran's military says Hormuz will be "completely closed" if US bombs power plants

Iran's Armed Forces have stated that they are ready to close the Strait of Hormuz indefinitely if US President Donald Trump carries out a threat to bomb Iran's nuclear power plants.

Its statement on Sunday is the latest warning from Tehran of retaliation for any attack on the country's energy industry, more here.

22/03/2026 15:54-How many people died in Iran during the war?

According to Iran's state broadcaster, more than 1,500 people have been killed so far.

But a US-based Iranian human rights group estimates the figure to be twice as high.

For more, click HERE.

22/03/2026 15:13-Britain rejects Israel's claim that Iran could strike London

A British minister has dismissed Israeli claims that Iran could target London, saying there is "no assessment to support" the suggestion.

"There is no specific assessment that Tehran is targeting the UK or that it could even target it if it wanted to," said Housing Secretary Steve Reed.

For more, click HERE.

22/03/2026 14:26-"Iran endangers the entire world", Netanyahu calls on other countries to join them in the fight

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said it is time for world leaders to "join" US-Israeli operations against Iran.

"I'm happy to say that I can see some of them starting to move in that direction, but more is needed," Netanyahu said.

For more, click HERE.

22/03/2026 12:36-Iran threatens to destroy energy and oil centers throughout the Middle East

Iran has warned that global oil prices will remain high for a long time if its key energy infrastructure is attacked.

He has threatened to immediately "destroy" energy and oil countries across the Middle East if its power plants are attacked.

For more, click HERE.

22/03/2026 11:53-Qatar, 6 dead after military helicopter crash

At least six people aboard a Qatari military helicopter have died in a crash in the Gulf state's waters after a "technical fault", the government said.

Seven people were on board, while Qatar's interior ministry said specialized operations were continuing to find the last missing person.

For more, click HERE.

22/03/2026 10:53-British nuclear submarine arrives in the Arabian Sea

A British Royal Navy nuclear-powered submarine has arrived in the Arabian Sea, the Daily Mail reported, citing military sources.

The attack submarine HMS Anson departed Perth on March 6 and is believed to be positioned in the deep waters of the northern Arabian Sea.

For more, click HERE.

22/03/2026 10:09-"Netanyahu may be dead", American presenter: His videos are with Al

The host of the "Joe Rogan Experience" podcast, Joe Rogan, appears to have bought into online conspiracy theories claiming that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is dead, even suggesting that his brother was also killed in a recent rocket attack.

His comments quickly spread on social media, with many accusing the American journalist of spreading Iranian disinformation and "falling into the trap of conspiracy theories."

For more, click HERE.

22/03/2026 09:46-Iran warns of retaliation after Trump's ultimatum

Iran threatened to retaliate if its energy facilities are attacked, warning that it would attack US and Israeli energy infrastructure in return.

This comes after US President Donald Trump issued a 48-hour ultimatum for Iran to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to "destroy" its power plants if Tehran does not do so.

For more, click HERE.

22/03/2026 08:42-Trump gives Iran an ultimatum: You have 48 hours or we will destroy your power plants

Donald Trump has said that if Iran does not "fully open" the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours, the US will "strike and destroy their nuclear power plants".

In a post on Truth Social, the US president said: "If Iran does not fully open the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours, the United States of America will strike and destroy their power plants."

For more, click HERE.

22/03/2026 08:18-Small Iranian islands that could be Trump's target

Several small islands in the Persian Gulf could suddenly gain importance if the United States decides to increase pressure on the Iranian regime by involving ground forces.

Three US Navy contingents have been sent to the region, but US President Donald Trump has given no indication that he is considering invading any Iranian territory.

For more, click HERE.

21/03/2026 23:50-American commander: Iran's forces are paralyzed, their navy is not sailing

The head of US Central Command (CENTCOM), Admiral Brad Cooper, said that the Pentagon's operation in Iran has struck more than 8,000 targets since the start of the conflict in the Middle East.

In his update, posted on X, Cooper said the campaign has weakened Iran's combat capabilities and paralyzed its naval forces.

He added that the strikes have successfully targeted Iranian missile sites and attack drones.

For more, click here.

21/03/2026 23:23-Netanyahu warns Iran after recent attacks: We will hit enemies on all fronts

Benjamin Netanyahu said his country had experienced "a very difficult evening" after the Iranian attacks on the cities of Arad and Dimona.

Dozens of people were injured in the attacks, which caused fires and severely damaged buildings.

For more, click here.

21/03/2026 22:42-Iran strikes Israel again, the moment when the missile falls on Arad

At least 64 people were injured, including seven in serious condition, after an Iranian ballistic missile hit a building in the southern Israeli city of Arad.

A five-year-old was among seven seriously injured in the attack.

Efforts are being made to rescue some of the people suspected to be trapped under the rubble.

For more, click here.

21/03/2026 22:03-Iran attacks Israeli city where nuclear power plant is located

At least 40 people have been injured after an Iranian missile hit the southern Israeli city of Dimona, home to a nuclear facility, according to the Israeli military.

According to Iranian state television, the attack on Dimona was in retaliation for a Saturday attack on the Natanz nuclear plant, about 50 kilometers from the city of Kashan, for which the Israeli military says it was not responsible.

For more, click here.

21/03/2026 21:35-Israel publishes map: See how far Iran's missiles can reach

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has published a chart estimating the range of Iran's ballistic missile arsenal, which suggests that almost all of Europe, including parts of the United Kingdom, is now within range of missiles launched from Iran.

This announcement followed yesterday's attempted attack on the joint US-British military base of Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, in which two medium-range ballistic missiles were used.

For more, click here.

21/03/2026 18:30-Where is Mojtaba Khamenei? CIA and Mossad are searching for signs of him

The US Central Intelligence Agency, Israel's Mossad and other intelligence agencies are working to detect signs of Mojtaba Khamenei, as he remains invisible since being proclaimed the new supreme leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran following the assassination of his father, the Times of Israel reports.

It is reported that spy agencies were awaiting the release of a video statement from Khamenei, as his father traditionally did, although in the end only a written statement was issued.

For more, click here.

21/03/2026 17:03-Iranian attack on Diego Garcia military base - its location and strategic role

A British official source confirmed that Iran has made an unsuccessful attempt to attack the joint US-UK military base on Diego Garcia.

The attack involved the launch of two ballistic missiles that failed to reach their target: one failed in flight, while the other was intercepted.

For more, click here.

21/03/2026 15:55-Trump considers high-risk operation - extracting nuclear material from Iran

US President Donald Trump's administration is considering options for securing or extracting Iranian nuclear materials, CBS News reports, citing sources familiar with the discussions.

The planning reportedly included the possibility of deploying forces from the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), an elite unit that typically handles sensitive missions against nuclear proliferation...more.

21/03/2026 15:20-The Americans have made a plan for the invasion of Iran - the location for the prisoners of war is also chosen

Pentagon officials have made detailed preparations for the deployment of US ground forces in Iran.

Senior military commanders have made concrete demands to prepare for such an option, as US President Donald Trump considers steps in the US-Israeli-led conflict with Iran...more.

21/03/2026 14:41-Iran will open the Strait of Hormuz to Japan

Iran is ready to allow Japanese tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, Japanese news agency Kyodo reported, citing the Iranian Foreign Minister.

Tehran has begun negotiations with Tokyo on the possibility of opening this maritime corridor to Japanese ships, Abbas Araghchi told Kyodo in a telephone conversation...more.

21/03/2026 14:03-Trump does not want a ceasefire with Iran

US President Donald Trump spoke to reporters outside the White House.

Asked if he has a plan for Iran's Kharg Island, he claimed that "I may have a plan, I may not, but how can I tell that to a journalist. Of course it's a place that people are talking about"...more.

21/03/2026 13:41- Greece, Israel's satellite

Former Greek Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis has sharply criticized the government for its military engagement in the Mediterranean, describing the country as "miserable."

According to Varoufakis, the Greek prime minister sent four F-16 jets and a frigate to Cyprus, not to defend the island, but to protect the British base there...more.

21/03/2026 12:40-Israeli Minister: Attacks on Iran will 'escalate significantly'

Israel's defense minister has said that US-Israeli attacks on Iran will increase in the coming days.

"This week, the intensity of the attacks that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the US military will carry out against the Iranian terrorist regime and its infrastructure will increase significantly," said Israel Katz.

He added that Israel is "determined to continue the offensive against the Iranian terrorist regime, eliminate its commanders and hinder its strategic capabilities" until every security threat is eliminated.

21/03/2026 12:10-The Strait of Hormuz, more than oil - the vital artery for feeding 100 million people

The Strait of Hormuz, one of the most important sea routes in the world, is becoming a key point not only for energy, but also for the food supply of over 100 million people.

About 20 percent of global trade in oil and liquefied natural gas passes through it...more.

21/03/2026 11:27-Which countries have reported casualties due to the war in the Middle East?

Lebanese authorities say 20 more people have died in the past 24 hours, adding to the thousands of victims in the Middle East.

These casualties have been caused by US and Israeli attacks on Iran, Israeli attacks on Lebanon, and Iranian attacks on Israel, US bases, and Gulf states...more.

21/03/2026 10:40-Israel kills four people in a ground operation in Lebanon

Israeli soldiers killed four Hezbollah members in a ground operation in southern Lebanon.

One was killed during the clash, while three others were hit by tank fire.

No Israeli soldiers were injured, while the air force struck several Hezbollah headquarters in Beirut.

21/03/2026 10:12-US to send thousands of troops to the Middle East - three weeks ahead of schedule

The United States is sending thousands of additional Marines and troops to the Middle East about three weeks ahead of schedule, three US officials told Reuters.

The US Navy ship USS Boxer, carrying the Marine Expeditionary Unit, is departing from the country's west coast, an anonymous official said...more.

21/03/2026 09:30-What does the Iranian attack mean outside the Middle East?

Iran launched two medium-range ballistic missiles (4000 km) towards the US-British base on Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean.

Both missiles failed – one malfunctioned, while the other was probably destroyed by an American SM-3 missile...more.

21/03/2026 08:00-US lifts some sanctions on Iranian oil

The United States has decided to ease some of the sanctions on Iran's oil.

The Treasury Department announced that, for a period of 30 days, the transportation and sale of crude oil and petroleum products produced in Iran will be permitted...more.

21/03/2026 07:49-Three reasons why Trump is harshly criticizing NATO

US President Donald Trump has harshly attacked NATO and its allies over the war in Iran and the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that without the US, the alliance has no real power.

American analyst David Blevins believes that behind the American leader's message lie several strategic and political reasons...more.

21/03/2026 08:51-Iran launched ballistic missiles towards Diego Garcia

Iran launched at least two ballistic missiles targeting the British-American military base on Diego Garcia, according to the Mehr news agency.

This was initially reported by the Wall Street Journal, which said that none of the missiles hit the base, but that this marks the first use of a medium-range ballistic missile by Iran since the start of the war.

It is not known exactly when the incident occurred. The UK Ministry of Defence has not yet commented on these reports.

20/03/2026 23:50-Spain takes measures for war in Iran

Spain approved a 5 billion euro emergency package to offset the increase in energy prices due to the Iran War.

Key steps include reducing VAT on fuel and energy to 10 percent (making fuel up to 0.30 euros/liter cheaper), reducing taxes on electricity by around 60 percent, and providing a subsidy of 0.20 €/liter for the transport, agriculture, and fishing sectors.

This plan aims to support 20 million families and three million companies.

20/03/2026 22:54-Trump warns of withdrawal from war in Iran

United States President Donald Trump has declared that US objectives in the Middle East are close to being achieved, hinting at a possible withdrawal of military engagement in the region.

In a post on Friday on the Truth Social platform, Trump said he was considering ending military operations against the Iranian regime...more.

20/03/2026 22:00-Iranian Supreme Leader denies attacks on Turkey and Oman

Iran's new supreme leader has issued a new written statement.

Mojtaba Khamenei accused Iran's "Zionist enemy" of carrying out "false flag" attacks on Turkey and Oman to blame Iran...more.

20/03/2026 21:30-Czech activists burn down a factory linked to Israel

Czech authorities are investigating a fire at an industrial complex as a deliberate attack, officials said Friday, following media reports that a group protesting against Israeli weapons claimed responsibility for the incident.

Firefighters announced early Friday on platform X that they had responded to a fire in a storage shed at the complex in Pardubice, about 120 km east of Prague...more.

20/03/2026 21:00-Britain allows US to use military bases for war in Iran

British ministers have met to discuss Iran's attacks on undefended merchant ships, civilian infrastructure and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, Downing Street reports.

They confirmed that the US will use British bases as part of the region's "collective self-defense," including "defensive operations" aimed at damaging missile sites used to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

"It was agreed that Iran's reckless attacks, including on red-flagged vessels and our close allies and partners in the Gulf, risked pushing the region towards a wider crisis and exacerbating the economic impact being felt in the UK and around the world," the British government said in a statement.

20/03/2026 20:00-Russia attempts an unusual deal with the US, but the offer is not accepted

Russia has made an unprecedented proposal to the United States, suggesting an agreement that could have significant consequences for the geopolitical balance in the region.

Under this proposal, Moscow would stop sharing intelligence information with Iran if the US stopped providing military and security intelligence to Ukraine...more.

20/03/2026 19:30-British Foreign Secretary gives her version of conversation with Iranian counterpart

The UK Foreign Secretary has stressed that her country is only involved in defensive actions in the Middle East.

Yvette Cooper spoke after the statement of her Iranian counterpart, who said that the use of British bases by the US to attack Iran constitutes participation in aggression.

The British government said Cooper communicated to Abbas Araghchi that "British defensive operations in the region were a response to Iranian aggression against partners in the Persian Gulf."

In a phone call yesterday, she warned Iran not to directly target British bases, territory or interests.

20/03/2026 19:00-Abbas Araghchi: Britain risks being seen as a party to the conflict

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told his British counterpart, Yvette Cooper, during a phone call that any use of British bases by the United States would be considered participation in aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran.

It is not known exactly when this conversation took place...more.

20/03/2026 18:11-Fragments of Iranian missiles hit the Old City in Jerusalem

The Old City in Jerusalem, very close to the Temple Mount, was hit by Iranian missile fragments.

The damage had a noticeable impact on several buildings and roads, while local authorities immediately launched inspections and safety measures to protect residents.

20/03/2026 17:00-Donald Trump attacks NATO: Without the US, you are a paper tiger

Writing on the social network Truth Social, the US president says it is "very easy" for NATO members to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but they do not want to be involved in "a simple military maneuver."

The war against Iran is a "military victory," says Donald Trump, and there is "very little risk" to the alliance...more.https://telegrafi.com/donald-trump-sulmon-nato-n-pa-shba-ne-jeni-tiger-prej-letre/

20/03/2026 14:51-Iran warns of attacks worldwide: Even parks will not be safe for you anymore

Iran's top military spokesman has warned that Tehran could be planning attacks on civilian sites around the world.

"From now on, based on the information we have about you, even parks, recreational areas and tourist destinations anywhere in the world will no longer be safe for you," Abolfazl Shekarchi said, according to Iranian state television.

For more, click here.

20/03/2026 16:02-Trump: Iran's Navy is at the bottom of the sea

US President Donald Trump, speaking about the war in Iran, has shown the difference between the two countries.

“The difference between them and us is that they had a navy two weeks ago; now they don’t have a navy. It’s all at the bottom of the sea — 58 ships sunk in two days.”

20/03/2026 13:43-Amidst the war, Mojtaba Khamenei issues a message to 'enemies'

Iran's new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, called for enemy nations to be stripped of their "security," delivering his final message to the public.

Khamenei made the comments in a statement issued on his behalf to President Masoud Pezeshkian after Israel assassinated Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib.

For more, click here.

20/03/2026 13:18-Disagreement between Trump and Netanyahu over sending troops to Iran

Benjamin Netanyahu alluded yesterday that Israeli soldiers are operating on the ground in Iran in order to achieve his war goals.

"It is often said that you can't win, you can't make revolutions from the air. That is true. You can't do it from the air alone. You can do a lot of things from the air, and we are doing it, but there has to be a ground component as well," he declared.

For more, click here.

20/03/2026 11:43-Iranian Revolutionary Guard spokesman killed

A spokesman for Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has been killed in US-Israeli airstrikes, the Iranian state news agency Tasnim reported.

Ali Mohammad Naini also served as the group's deputy public relations officer.

For more, click here.

20/03/2026 10:18-Netanyahu reveals three main objectives in the war against Iran

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gave a press conference last night, which has made headlines in the media following Israel's attack on Iranian gas fields this week.

Here is a summary of some of Netanyahu's key comments, which were specifically directed at the world media.

For more, click here.

20/03/2026 08:44-"Europe at nuclear risk from Iran", warns Trump's former security advisor

"Europe's stance on the war in Iran risks US President Donald Trump withdrawing from the conflict in Ukraine," said his former national security adviser, John Bolton, criticizing the EU's response to the situation in the Middle East.

In an interview with Euronews, Bolton, who previously served as the US ambassador to the UN, called the Iran conflict "Europe's war."

For more, click here.

19/03/2026 23:41- It is not clear who is running Iran now, says Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that it remains unclear who is effectively running Iran, pointing to uncertainty around the country's new supreme leader and what he described as growing instability within the leadership.

Responding to a question from CNN's Jeremy Diamond about whether Israel's campaign could backfire by reinforcing hard lines and whether that would ultimately lead to regime change, Netanyahu acknowledged uncertainty about the situation inside Iran, more here.

19/03/2026 22:42- Foreign Minister says Iran softened energy attack due to 'demand for de-escalation'

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has claimed that Iran used only a "part" of its power in its attack against regional energy infrastructure.

"The only reason for restraint was to respect the request for de-escalation," he wrote in a post on social media, more here.

19/03/2026 21:41- US is considering military reinforcements as war with Iran enters a possible new phase

President Donald Trump's administration is considering deploying thousands of American troops to bolster its Middle East operation as the US military prepares for possible next steps in its campaign against Iran, a US official and three people familiar with the matter said.

The deployments could help provide additional options for Trump as he considers expanding US operations, with the Iran war in its third week, more here.

19/03/2026 21:00-Netanyahu: Iran weaker than ever, has no ability to enrich uranium

Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that the Middle East has changed "beyond recognition."

The Israeli prime minister said his country is "stronger than ever" before describing Iran as "weaker than ever."

For more, click HERE.

19/03/2026 20:27- Journalist asks Trump why he didn't warn allies in Europe and Asia before attacking Iran: Who knows better than Japan about the surprise

When a reporter asked Donald Trump today why he didn't tell allies like Japan about his intention to attack Iran, the president responded in part with a joke about the World War II attack on Pearl Harbor.

"One thing, you don't have to signal too much. You know, when we came in, we got very involved and we didn't tell anyone about it because we wanted it to be a surprise," Trump said during a bilateral meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi in the Oval Office, more here.

19/03/2026 19:22- Israeli refinery hit by Iranian attack

The Bazan oil refinery in Haifa, Israel, was damaged by falling shrapnel after several consecutive missile barrages from Iran set off sirens across Israel on Thursday afternoon.

Magen David Adom units were dispatched to the scene. No injuries were reported, and the Israel Fire and Rescue Services confirmed that there was no leak of hazardous substances, more here.

19/03/2026 18:39- Israeli Army: We hit Iranian corvette, missile boats and shipyard

Last night, the Israeli Air Force struck Iranian Navy assets in the port city of Bandar Anzali in the Caspian Sea, destroying several ships and naval infrastructure, according to the IDF, which released footage of the attacks.

The attacks targeted: A corvette, four missile boats, several auxiliary and guard vessels, a command center and a shipyard, more here.

19/03/2026 17:57-Trump: Will not send troops to Iran

US President Donald Trump said he would not send US troops when asked about a Reuters report that his administration is considering sending thousands of US troops to the Middle East.

"No, I'm not sending troops anywhere. If I were, I certainly wouldn't tell you, but I'm not sending troops," Trump said in the Oval Office on Thursday.

For more, click HERE.

19/03/2026 17:16- American F-35 damaged by suspected Iranian fire makes emergency landing

A US F-35 fighter jet made an emergency landing at a US air base in the Middle East after being hit by what is believed to be Iranian fire, according to two sources familiar with the matter, CNN reports.

Captain Tim Hawkins, a spokesman for US Central Command, said the fifth-generation stealth aircraft was "flying a combat mission over Iran" when it was forced to make an emergency landing, more here.

19/03/2026 17:00-Britain and five other countries will ensure the safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz

The United Kingdom has stated that it is ready to help ensure the safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz.

In a joint statement with the leaders of France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and Japan, the United Kingdom said it would work to stabilize energy markets.

For more, click HERE.

19/03/2026 15:35-US: Iran's air defenses have been flattened

The US will escalate its attacks against Iran today, Pete Hegseth announced in his update on the war in Iran.

"Again, today will be the largest attack package yet, just like it was yesterday," declared the US Secretary of War.

For more, click HERE.

19/03/2026 14:00-Trump says Israel will no longer attack Iran's gas fields

US President Donald Trump has said that Israel did not notify the United States of the attack on a key gas facility in Iran, adding that this was the first time Israel had targeted such critical economic infrastructure.

The Israeli attack was directed at the South Pars gas field, one of the largest in the world, and according to Trump, it was not coordinated with the United States or Qatar...more.

19/03/2026 13:30-Trump aide: Israel controls everything, Iran was not close to creating a nuclear weapon

Joe Kent, the former director of the US National Counterterrorism Center, resigned this week over disagreements over strategy toward Iran.

He made shocking statements saying that US President Donald Trump's advisers could not present their doubts about the airstrikes, and that Israel practically forced the US to take this step...more.

19/03/2026 13:16-Hegseth: Today will be the day with the biggest attacks again

The US will once again intensify attacks against Iran today, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has said.

"Again, today will be the largest package of attacks yet, just like yesterday," he said.

19/03/2026 13:05-Erdogan says Turkey is taking "strict measures against violations of its airspace"

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Thursday that Ankara continues to take strong measures against airspace violations and to strengthen national security.

"Aware that we bear the responsibility of 86 million people, we never abandon caution and prudence. While we maintain a very firm stance against actions that violate our airspace, we also continue to take steps to strengthen the peace and security of our nation," Erdogan said...more.

19/03/2026 13:00-Statistics of Iranian attacks in the Persian Gulf

The statistics of Iranian attacks on Persian Gulf monarchies indicate an increase in tensions in the region.

These attacks have affected several countries, causing concerns about security and stability.

So far, the United Arab Emirates has been hit hardest and has suffered the greatest consequences.

19/03/2026 12:40-War with Iran dominates EU summit in Brussels

At the first regular EU summit of the year, attention is focused on the war in Iran. The main question: how can the war end - and should the EU intervene or not?

The EU summit was originally intended to focus on Europe's competitiveness and how to prepare the EU for the future...more.

19/03/2026 12:15-Oil price hits new high since the start of the war

Fossil fuel prices have continued to rise, with oil reaching a new high since the start of the Iran war this morning.

A barrel of Brent briefly traded at $118.74 after 9:30 a.m. — a high not seen since June 2022, nearly four years ago.

It comes amid attacks on energy facilities, raising concerns about supply, as tankers face difficulty passing through the Iranian-controlled Strait of Hormuz, through which a fifth of global oil and gas supplies pass.

19/03/2026 11:56-Iran hit the most important Saudi oil refinery in the Red Sea

A drone attack from Iran has hit the SAMREF oil refinery in Yanbu, which is considered the most important on the Red Sea coast.

Saudi authorities are assessing the impact of the attack, while the port city remains under strict monitoring...more.

19/03/2026 11:28-Pentagon requests over $200 billion in emergency funds for war in Iran

The Pentagon has requested more than $200 billion from the White House to fund the war in Iran, according to a senior administration official.

In a major new request reported by The Washington Post, this move is likely to face significant resistance in Congress, foreign media write...more.

19/03/2026 11:00-Judge who sentenced protesters in Iran is killed

In Iran, a car belonging to a judge who handed down death sentences to anti-regime protesters was shot down by an Israeli drone strike.

The judge who was killed is Mohammad Khosravani, the one who sentenced Navid Afkar, a famous Iranian athlete in the match who became a symbol after protests against the regime during the 2018 unrest and was executed by the regime in late 2020.

19/03/2026 10:35-The Saudis are losing patience, they may launch attacks on Iran

Saudi Arabia has announced that after the Iranian attacks overnight, "even what little trust that existed before has been completely destroyed."

"Saudi Arabia reserves the right to act militarily against Iran and any trust in relations with Tehran has been damaged," said Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud.

19/03/2026 09:48-Why should NATO help Trump?

White House spokeswoman Caroline Leavitt was asked why NATO should help US President Donald Trump in the war on Iran when he did not consult the defense alliance.

"NATO allies stand to gain much more from the repeated opening of the Strait of Hormuz than the US. It is of considerable benefit to Europe, and the president wants to see them do more," she declared.

19/03/2026 09:17- Iran attacked Qatar's gas infrastructure

Iran attacked Qatar's gas infrastructure last night.

The incident has caused major concern for energy security and regional stability, increasing tensions between Gulf countries.

19/03/2026 09:06-The conflict with Iran is not the US's war

Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi said the United States has lost control of its foreign policy.

He further added that the conflict with Iran is not America's war and that there is no realistic situation in which Israel and the US can achieve their goals in this war.

19/03/2026 08:21-Strait of Hormuz must be reopened, allies working to find way forward – says NATO chief

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has said that the Strait of Hormuz should be reopened and that allies are working to determine the best way forward.

"I have been in contact with many allies. Of course, we all agree that the strait should be opened again," he said at a press conference on Wednesday with Norway's Defense Minister, Tore O Sandvik, and Foreign Minister, Espen Barth Eide, during a visit to a NATO exercise led by Norway.

To read the full news, click HERE.

19/03/2026 08:11-Trump ally who resigned over war with Iran under FBI investigation

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is investigating whether Joe Kent, who this week resigned as a top counterterrorism official in protest of the war on Iran, illegally shared confidential information, a person familiar with the matter said Wednesday.

The investigation was launched before Kent's resignation on Tuesday from his post as director of the US government's National Counterterrorism Center, according to the same source, who spoke on condition of anonymity because the FBI investigation is still ongoing...more.

19/03/2026 07:46-Trump threatened Iran over the attack on Qatar: I will raze the largest gas field in the world to the ground

US President Donald Trump vowed to "totally destroy" the world's largest gas field if Iran attacks Qatar again.

Trump on Wednesday evening, on social media, issued a threat to Iran, targeting the Iranian South Pars Gas field, after Iranian missiles struck Qatar. The Iranian attack came in response to an Israeli attack on the South Pars field earlier in the day...more.

18/03/2026 23:00-Saudi Arabia says it has "intercepted" four ballistic missiles launched towards Riyadh

The Saudi Defense Ministry said on Wednesday that four ballistic missiles launched towards Riyadh were intercepted and destroyed.

Debris from the "catch" fell in various areas of the capital, the ministry said, adding that initial assessments indicated no damage or injuries.

The ministry had previously said the Kingdom's air defenses were dealing with a ballistic threat to Riyadh.

The ballistic threats reported by Saudi Arabia coincided with a regional ministerial meeting of Arab and Islamic foreign ministers in the Kingdom, held to coordinate responses to rapid developments in the region amid Iranian attacks on Gulf states.

The ministry also said its forces intercepted and destroyed a drone that was trying to target a gas facility in the Eastern Province. No damage was reported.

The ministry announced that a drone was intercepted and destroyed in Al-Kharj Governorate.

Earlier on Wednesday, the ministry said two ballistic missiles fired towards the Eastern Province were intercepted and destroyed.

18/03/2026 22:53-Global oil prices hit $110 per barrel after attacks on energy infrastructure

Global oil prices rose on Wednesday, reaching $110 a barrel, as attacks on energy infrastructure across the Middle East rattled markets, overshadowing White House efforts to ease concerns about rising energy prices.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, rose to $110.90 a barrel and U.S. crude hit $99.78 a barrel after reports that Iran had struck energy infrastructure.

Fires were reported at key facilities in Qatar and air threats were "detected" in Saudi Arabia, following a warning from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

18/03/2026 22:40-Iran warns of "strong action", demands evacuations in oil fields in the Persian Gulf

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a new warning on Wednesday, saying Iran's enemies should "expect strong action" from the country's armed forces, following what it described as an attack on Iran's fuel and energy infrastructure.

The warning came after Tehran accused the United States and Israel of attacking parts of Iran's oil and natural gas production facilities, including the South Pars natural gas field, the world's largest.

To read the full news, click HERE.

18/03/2026 21:41-Turkey says "NATO is bringing more protection" after shooting down missiles that Ankara says were fired by Iran

Turkey's National Defense Ministry has said NATO is sending another Patriot missile defense unit to its Incirlik Air Base, after several ballistic missiles that Ankara says were fired from Iran were shot down while heading towards or within Turkish airspace.

To read the full news, click HERE.

18/03/2026 21:11-British military experts sent to the US to work on reopening the Strait of Hormuz

British military experts are working with the US on options for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

The team has been sent to US Central Command, which is responsible for US military operations in the Middle East.

Armed Forces Minister Al Carns said: "In 1987, the last time this happened, it took 30 warships to escort the Strait of Hormuz. That gives you just one example of the resources needed."

Defense Secretary John Healey discussed the situation with counterparts from France, Germany, Italy and Poland on Wednesday.

Royal Navy and RAF pilots have flown 650 hours in operations in the Middle East and British forces have shot down more than 40 drones since the start of the crisis.

18/03/2026 20:08-'Lebanon could become the next Gaza,' says UN humanitarian aid chief

The humanitarian crisis in Lebanon caused by Israel's continued attacks risks becoming similar to the one seen in Gaza.

This was told to Euronews by Tom Fletcher, the United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator.

"I fear [that Lebanon could be the next Gaza]," the UN Humanitarian Chief said, according to the Telegraph.

To read the full news, click HERE.

18/03/2026 19:40- White House: US forces have sunk over 120 Iranian warships

The White House has announced that US forces have sunk "more than 120 naval vessels" belonging to Iran.

White House spokeswoman Caroline Leavitt told reporters that they "are located at the bottom of the sea because of the U.S. Armed Forces."

Stressing that "this is a very good thing for the American people," she added that "this is a very good thing for our allies in the region."

Leavitt reiterated US President Donald Trump's stance on the issue of Iran's nuclear weapons and said that Tehran "cannot permanently possess a nuclear weapon."

She added that she would not "predict or rule out any future options" towards Iran. /AA

18/03/2026 18:16-Nuclear weapons, the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on neighbors: What are the views of Iran's new supreme leader?

In an interview with Al Jazeera, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has provided some insight into the Iranian government's thinking amid a fundamental leadership transition following the assassination of several key figures.

In this regard, Sky News has brought some parts of his comments.

To learn more, click HERE.

18/03/2026 16:31-Iran confirms 'cowardly' assassination of security minister

Iran has confirmed the death of Esmaeil Khatib, the country's security minister.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian acknowledged Khatib's "cowardly assassination" in a social media post, also sending condolences to the families of Iran's security chief and the commander of the Basij paramilitary force.

The Israeli military previously said Khatib was killed in a targeted strike by the Israeli Air Force acting on military intelligence last night.

Khatib was among the officials for whom the US was seeking information last week, offering a reward of up to $10 million.

18/03/2026 15:50-Merz: War in Iran is to everyone's detriment

War in Iran benefits no one and is to the detriment of everyone, according to Germany's leader.

Friedrich Merz, the German chancellor, says he is in daily contact about the fight with leaders such as Keir Starmer of the United Kingdom, as well as Emmanuel Macron of France and Giorgia Meloni of Italy...more.

18/03/2026 15:38-It is revealed how Russia is helping Iran - the three main areas that are 'bringing' it success

It has been revealed that Russia is helping Iran in the war through advanced technology and military intelligence, including satellite imagery that helps identify American targets.

According to US officials, Moscow has provided Tehran with sensitive information on the positions of US forces in the Middle East, including warships and aircraft...more.

18/03/2026 14:55-From Khamenei to Soleimani - who are the powerful Iranian officials who lost their lives so far

While Israel claims to have eliminated more figures, these are the top Iranian officials known to be dead.

Following Iranian state media reporting the death of Basij commander Gholamreza Soleimani, it is the latest official to be killed since the start of the war...more.

18/03/2026 14:11-Iran warns Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE

Iran has issued an urgent warning.

Iranians have called for the evacuation of petrochemical facilities in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.

18/03/2026 13:42-Israel attacked the largest gas plant in Iran

The Israeli air force has attacked Iranian gas infrastructure in the south of the country, an Israeli official confirmed.

According to him, the target of the attack was Iran's largest gas processing plant in Bushehr province...more.

18/03/2026 13:09-Ali Larijani buried in Tehran

Ali Larijani was the head of Iran's National Security Council.

He was considered one of the most influential figures in the country.

Crowds of Iranians have taken to the streets of Tehran to pay homage.

18/03/2026 12:58-About 90 ships have passed through the Strait of Hormuz since the Iran war began

Since the start of the war with Iran, about 90 ships have passed through the Strait of Hormuz, despite major disruptions to maritime traffic.

This strait is a key strategic point for the transport of oil and other goods, and any obstacle to its passage has significant consequences for global markets.more.

18/03/2026 12:20-At least 10 people have been killed in attacks in Beirut

Lebanese authorities have updated this morning the number of people killed by Israeli airstrikes in central Beirut.

The attacks have killed at least 10 people, up from six earlier today, and destroyed a 10-story building.

18/03/2026 11:52- Iranian Intelligence Minister assassinated, Israel says

Iran's Intelligence Minister, Esmaeil Khatib, has been killed, according to the Israeli Defense Minister.

Israel Katz said Khatib was "eliminated" in an overnight attack, more here.

18/03/2026 11:27- US drops 2270 kilogram bombs on Iranian underground bases near the Strait of Hormuz

According to authorities, the US military dropped 2270-kilogram bunker bombs on Iranian underground missile bases near the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday.

The massive attack announced by US Central Command came as the war with Iran had halted the flow of shipping through the vital Persian Gulf waterway, more here.

18/03/2026 11:10-Britain had representatives at the Geneva talks - Witkoff and Kushner were pulling Trump towards war with Iran

British National Security Adviser Jonathan Powell attended the final talks between the US and Iran and assessed that Tehran's offer on its nuclear program was sufficient to prevent an immediate move towards war, it has been revealed. The Guardian.

Powell considered that progress had been made in Geneva and that the agreement that Iran proposed was "surprising," according to the sources.

18/03/2026 10:48- Israel targeted Iranian intelligence chief

Israel targeted Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib in an overnight attack in Tehran, according to an Israeli official, a day after the assassination of the country's top security official, Ali Larijani.

The official said Israel has not yet confirmed his death, more here.

18/03/2026 10:33-Major damage to US Navy base in Bahrain

Iranian attacks caused extensive damage to the U.S. Naval Support Activity (NSA), 5th Fleet Base in Bahrain.

18/03/2026 09:55-US releases new footage of airstrikes against Iran

The US military announced late Tuesday that it had used powerful "deep-penetrating" bombs to strike Iranian missile positions along the Strait of Hormuz — one of the most strategic routes for global maritime trade, which has been blocked by Iranian forces.

These special bombs are designed to destroy fortified installations located deep underground, hitting military targets that are protected by strong concrete and underground structures...more.

18/03/2026 09:40-Damage in Lebanon after Israeli attacks

Israel and the Iranian-backed militia, Hezbollah, have continued to exchange fire throughout the night and early morning.

More photos from the aftermath of the attacks in Beirut, where a residential building was engulfed in fire.

18/03/2026 09:19-Iran has executed a man accused of spying for Israel

Iran has executed a man accused of spying for Israel, according to the Iranian judiciary's Mizan news agency.

The agency reported that the young man, identified as Kurosh Keyvani, was found "guilty of providing photographs and information about sensitive sites in Iran to Israel's spy agency, Mossad."

18/03/2026 08:58- Larijani's assassination will not destabilize Iran, says Foreign Minister

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi spoke about the assassination of Ali Larijani in an interview with Al Jazeera, published this morning.

He insisted that the absence of the powerful security chief will not make any difference to Iran's situation, more here.

18/03/2026 08:38- Six dead and dozens injured in Israeli attacks in Beirut – the moment IDF missiles collapse the building

Israeli attacks on Beirut have killed at least six people, according to Lebanon's Health Ministry.

She said 24 others were injured after two Israeli strikes hit residential apartments in the Basta and Zokak Al-Blat neighborhoods of central Beirut early Wednesday, more here..

18/03/2026 08:27-Saeed Jalili will succeed Ali Larijani

According to reports from Iran, Saeed Jalili will succeed Ali Larijani as National Security Advisor.

He served as secretary of the Supreme National Security Council from 2007 to 2013 and was also Iran's chief nuclear negotiator at the time.

18/03/2026 07:44-Iran strongly attacks Israel, casualties reported

Two people have been killed in a massive Iranian missile attack on central Israel and the Tel Aviv area.

Iranian officials have clearly stated that this attack is direct revenge for the recent assassinations of senior officials, Ali Larijani and Gholamreza Soleimani...more.

17/03/2026 23:51-Trump: Not immediately, but we will withdraw from Iran very soon

The US is not yet ready to leave Iran, but Trump warns of imminent departure.

A reporter asked US President Donald Trump if he has a plan for Iran.

He said that if American forces were to leave immediately, it would take them ten years to rebuild the country's structures...more.

17/03/2026 23:24-Mojtaba Khamenei rejected proposals to reduce tensions

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has rejected proposals to reduce tensions or end the armed conflict with the United States, which Tehran received through two intermediary countries, a senior Iranian official said today.

Khamenei's stance on retaliation against the US and Israel was "very tough and serious" in his first meeting dedicated to foreign policy, said an unidentified official, who did not clarify whether Khamenei was personally present at the meeting...more.

17/03/2026 22:45-US increases security at embassies after threats from Iran

The US State Department has urgently ordered all embassies to increase security measures.

This comes as a result of increasing threats amid the conflict related to Iran.

Since the end of February, 292 attacks on American facilities in the Middle East have already been recorded.

17/03/2026 22:13-Iran confirms death of security chief, Ali Jarijani

Iranian state media has reported that the country's security chief, Ali Larijani, has been assassinated.

Israel announced earlier today that he was killed in an attack last night.more.

17/03/2026 21:55-Trump to Macron: He will leave office very soon

US President Donald Trump has made a strong statement about French President Emmanuel Macron.

He has predicted the French leader's imminent departure from the post of president...more.

17/03/2026 21:20-Zelensky: Over 200 Ukrainian anti-drone experts already in the Middle East

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addressed MPs and colleagues in the British parliament, speaking about the situation in the Middle East as well as the war in Ukraine.

Zelensky said that 201 Ukrainian counter-drone experts are already in the Middle East and that there are 34 more "ready to deploy"...more.

17/03/2026 20:35-Iran confirms death of powerful Basij commander

Iranian state media has reported that a key figure in Iran's Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) has been killed, causing concern and reactions on the regional scene.

Gholamreza Soleimani, who served for six years as commander of the Basij, the volunteer paramilitary force within the IRGC, is known as a strong figure within Iran's security and internal control structures. The Basij has played a key role in protecting the regime and suppressing protests within the country...more.

17/03/2026 20:04-Trump says US should review NATO participation

Donald Trump said the United States should review its membership in NATO, while criticizing American allies for their lack of help in the fight against Iran.

"Participation in NATO is certainly something we should think about," the US president said, criticizing allies for rejecting his requests for assistance...more.

17/03/2026 19:28-New drone attacks on the US embassy in Baghdad

More rocket and drone attacks were reported today on the US embassy and a diplomatic facility in Iraq, following a series of attacks that had occurred earlier in the day.

Security sources told Reuters that the US embassy in Baghdad was targeted in the attacks, causing sirens to sound and an explosion to be heard near the compound.more.

17/03/2026 19:01-Netanyahu is still trying to show that he is alive

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has met with the US Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee.

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17/03/2026 18:57-Trump is not afraid that Iran could become Vietnam

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17/03/2026 18:46-Macron explained why France rejected Trump's request for help in Iran

French President Emmanuel Macron declared that "France will never participate in operations to open or secure the Strait of Hormuz in the current context."

He added that his country is ready to engage only once the situation calms down and "the essence of the bombing has stopped," using a broad term to indicate that there is no clear timeframe...more.

17/03/2026 18:26-The world faces famine due to the war in Iran

Up to 45 million people could face food shortages if the war continues into the summer.

The World Food Program warns that the situation is approaching a critical point.

The number of people suffering from hunger worldwide could exceed a record 319 million.

17/03/2026 18:00-Most NATO countries rejected it, Trump's harsh reaction comes

US President Donald Trump again spoke about the possibility of involving NATO allies in the liberation of the Strait of Hormuz and announced that most countries have rejected the requests.

In a statement published on the social network Truth Social, he said that he is not surprised by this behavior of NATO member countries.

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