President Trump stated that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would not be arrested if he visited the US, dismissing a threat from New York Mayor Mamdani. Trump also warned Iran of severe retaliation if any more American soldiers were killed, following fresh US strikes on Iran.

Tensions between the US and Iran have escalated in the Gulf, with the US launching Hellfire missiles at a tanker and Iran threatening the Strait of Hormuz as a 'red line'. This comes as a US citizen was released, signaling a potential path to de-escalation despite ongoing clashes.

The United States has intensified its military actions against Iran, launching multiple strikes on Iranian military targets and disabling a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. This comes as Iran reports retaliatory attacks and warns of an existential war with the US, further escalating the conflict between the two nations.

President Trump canceled a planned military strike on Iran, hours before it was to occur, and subsequently announced that a historic peace deal to end the war with Iran was close, possibly to be signed this weekend. Tehran, however, reacted cautiously, denying finality and outlining six key demands.

Former President Trump has threatened to seize full control of Iran's oil and gas facilities, specifically mentioning Kharg Island, as tensions escalate. This comes after the US warned Iran following overnight strikes, with the IRGC threatening to turn the region into 'hell'.

Tensions between the US and Iran have escalated, marked by military clashes in the Gulf, US attacks, and Iranian reprisals. The US has also imposed new sanctions on entities linked to Iran, while diplomatic efforts for a truce remain stalled.

Iran reportedly closed or reimposed control over the Strait of Hormuz, accusing the United States of breaching terms or imposing a blockade. This action led to reports of ships being affected and prompted international reactions, though some reports later indicated the strait returned to its previous state.

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Today's Iran war news: Trump has committed to a deadline and demands, which Iran is rejecting, Iran has vowed to match his threat of apocalyptic damage.

Donald Trump has reiterated threats against Iran's energy infrastructure, stating he eyes Iran's oil and is considering seizing Kharg Island, as the US, Israel, and Iran continue fighting in what is described as a 'war of attrition'.

Iran's Parliament Security Committee has approved a plan to impose tolls on vessels passing through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a measure that also includes considering a ban on American and Israeli ships from using the vital waterway, with the plan now advancing.

Former President Donald Trump claims the U.S. is negotiating with Iranian leadership and has made 'progress' on a deal, but simultaneously threatens to destroy Iran's oil wells, Kharg Island, and desalination plants if an agreement is not reached shortly. Gulf allies are reportedly urging him to continue fighting until the Islamic regime falls.

Global markets continue to experience mixed reactions, with oil prices, including Brent crude, jumping higher amid growing fears of a wider Middle East conflict, while Asian equities fall and US stocks mostly advance, balancing market sentiment with jobs data, war uncertainty, and recession fears.

Donald Trump has reiterated his threats to 'obliterate' Iran's Kharg Island and energy facilities, warning of massive damage without a quick deal, while the Pentagon reportedly prepares for a possible ground invasion or mass bombardment of Iran.

European and world stock markets, including Asian equities, are experiencing downward trends for the fifth consecutive week due to intensifying Middle East conflict, which has also caused oil prices to surge towards $117 per barrel and led to a rebound in soybean and corn prices, further fueled by fears of escalation in Iran.

Iran has issued strong warnings against a potential US ground invasion, threatening severe retaliation, while stating its forces are 'waiting' as more US troops arrive in the region. This comes amidst ongoing US-Iran peace talks and CENTCOM reporting over 11,000 targets struck.

US President Donald Trump has again postponed planned strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure, extending the deadline to April 6 and citing progress in ongoing talks. He also noted Iran's allowance of 10 oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz as a positive sign, indicating seriousness in negotiations, as Operation Epic Fury continues.

The Pentagon has ordered a greater military presence in the Middle East, fueling fears of a risky ground attack on Iran. Meanwhile, Donald Trump continues to claim a deal to end the war is close, despite Iranian officials flatly denying any such agreement is possible and calling U.S. claims a self-negotiated defeat.

The US is deploying elite paratroopers, including the 82nd Airborne, and is expected to send thousands more soldiers to the Middle East, with President Trump considering options to end the Iran war, including the potential occupation of Iran's Kharg Island.

The US has reportedly informed Israel of a potential ground military operation to seize Iran's Kharg Island, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent previously indicated that military deployment to the island is a possibility as the US considers escalating attacks in the Iran War.

President Donald Trump has stated that the United States is prepared to destroy Iran’s Kharg Island oil export hub, but has so far chosen not to do so, issuing a warning to Iran.

The Trump administration is reportedly set to receive a $10 billion fee from investors involved in the takeover of TikTok's US operations, an exceptionally rare payment for brokering such a deal.

Trump's decision to order strikes on Iran's Kharg Island has made the critical oil hub central to the escalating US-Iran conflict, with the US president suggesting further strikes 'just for fun'.

Iran denies asking for a ceasefire and warns against a wider war, threatening retaliation if its oil infrastructure is attacked, as Trump warns of more strikes on Kharg Island and pressures allies to secure the Strait of Hormuz.

Zelenskyy: Ukraine is not at war with Iran, deployment of personnel is for expertise

US President Donald Trump has threatened further strikes on Iran's Kharg Island oil export hub and urged allies to secure the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran vowed to intensify its response following previous US strikes.

Three additional members of Iran's women's soccer team, who were granted humanitarian visas in Australia, have decided against staying and will return home, bringing the total to four of seven players who initially sought asylum.

President Donald Trump said oil companies should send tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, which has remained effectively closed due to the war on Iran.

The United States is offering a reward of up to $10 million for information on high-ranking Iranian officials, including the new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. This comes as crypto prediction markets speculate on whether Mojtaba Khamenei will be removed from his position before 2026.

A 15-year-old girl was killed and her parents severely injured in a Russian attack on a village near Chernihiv, Ukraine, which also damaged two residential buildings.

Air cargo prices are skyrocketing due to disruptions in key shipping lanes caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This has forced many carriers to reroute their vessels, leading to longer transit times and increased operational costs, which are then passed on to consumers.

President Trump is reportedly considering expanding U.S. military operations in Iran, including potential ground operations and strikes on targets like Pickaxe mountain and Kharg island. This move raises concerns about the risk of another 'forever war' and suggests uncertainty in the administration's approach to the conflict.

The United States has carried out fresh strikes against targets in Iran, prompting Iran to threaten the closure of additional critical maritime trade routes. This escalation raises concerns about the potential impact on international shipping and regional stability.

Donald Trump has threatened Iran with strong attacks and claimed the US is extracting Iranian oil, stating that the ceasefire with America has become meaningless, as the US also sanctioned individuals linked to Iran's missile network.

US President Donald Trump met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, receiving an elaborate reception before beginning extensive talks. Their discussions focused on critical bilateral issues including trade, tariffs, Iran, and Taiwan.

The Strait of Hormuz has reopened, easing global energy concerns, with President Trump expressing optimism for an impending deal with Iran. However, Iranian officials have warned they could re-close the vital waterway if the US blockade continues, while also rejecting Trump's claims about giving up uranium.

The American president linked the dispute over Greenland with increasingly harsh criticism of NATO. He accuses it of weak support in the conflict with Iran and calls it a paper tiger.

US President Donald Trump may delay attacks on Iran's civilian and energy infrastructure, Axios reported on Monday, citing a senior US administration official.

Donald Trump’s remarks mocking French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte continue to draw widespread condemnation, with Macron himself calling the comments 'neither elegant nor up to standard'.

A U.S. federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump's White House ballroom project, stating that Congress must authorize the construction before it can proceed. The ruling, which suspends the $400 million endeavor, represents a significant setback for the Department of Justice, with the judge specifying that the President is not the 'owner' of the White House, requiring Congressional consent for the project.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a bill that would rename the Palm Beach airport after Donald Trump. The decision follows Florida's approval last year of a plan to donate land in downtown Miami for Trump's presidential library, with the airport renaming requiring FAA approval and administrative procedures.

A deadly gang attack in Haiti's Artibonite region has killed at least 70 people and injured 30, with almost 6,000 displaced, according to human rights groups and initial reports. Multiple sources confirm the significantly higher death toll.

Brent crude oil prices are surging towards a four-year high amid the widening Middle East conflict and U.S. President Donald Trump's explicit statements about seizing Iran's oil, including Kharg Island's terminal. Iran's Speaker Ghalibaf has also commented on how to profit from Trump's actions, further escalating market risks and geopolitical tensions.

An Iranian aggression against Kuwait targeted a power and water desalination plant, resulting in the death of an Indian worker and significant material damage. Kuwaiti authorities confirmed the attack, with reports of Tehran also targeting other infrastructure.

Donald Trump will become the first sitting US president to have his signature featured on American dollar banknotes, a historic change announced by the Treasury Department, with his likeness also potentially appearing on gold coins.

US President Donald Trump confirmed Iran allowed ten oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz as a 'gift,' with John Bolton suggesting the 'big present' is likely an oil-filled tanker. Trump also stated that taking control of Iranian oil, similar to Venezuela, is an option he is considering.

President Trump has been criticized for his 'jaw-dropping show of disrespect' and 'cashing in' on the Iran war, getting testy with reporters over troop deployments and fundraising emails, and facing scrutiny for a Hawaii Democrat remaining seated during his State of the Union address.

US President Donald Trump is seeking military contributions from third-party countries to secure the Strait of Hormuz. Europe has responded by focusing on strengthening the existing EU mission Aspides, which operates in Suez, to address Trump's request for a coalition to reopen the Strait, though doubts remain.

An article questions why no action was taken regarding the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing its significance as the largest and most recognized risk to international energy systems.

Iran has threatened Ukraine, stating it has become a 'legitimate target' for providing drone support to the Israeli regime, just days after Kyiv sent military specialists to the Middle East to help Gulf countries counter Iranian drones. Iran previously dismissed Ukraine's alleged support to Gulf countries against its Shahed drones as a 'joke'.

The US is experiencing elevated terrorism threats, with federal authorities linking domestic incidents like bomb plots in New York and a ramming attack in Michigan to the backdrop of the ongoing Iran war and cuts at the FBI and Justice Department.

Iran's Shi'ite allies in Lebanon and Iraq have joined the war in the region unleashed by U.S. and Israeli strikes on Tehran. The U.S. says Iran has armed, funded and trained the Houthis with help from Hezbollah.

G7 leaders have announced the record release of 400 million barrels of oil in response to the war in the Middle East. This represents about twenty days worth of usual oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, currently through dangerous to go through due to the threat of Iranian strikes. This initiative aims 'to calm markets down', as FRANCE 24's Philip Turle explains.

Oil and natural gas prices surged after President Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran 'over' and threatened further attacks on Iran, including potentially targeting Kharg Island and blocking the Strait of Hormuz. This announcement followed recent US and Iranian attacks, causing futures to slide and raising concerns about market stability.

Reports indicate the US and Iran are nearing a peace deal, possibly to be signed in Geneva, with Pakistan mediating and Hezbollah confident Lebanon will be included. However, Iran insists on its right to nuclear enrichment, and Trump has denied the authenticity of leaked deal terms.

President Trump extended a ceasefire with Iran, stating it would last until Iran presents a proposal and talks conclude. This decision comes amidst ongoing US blockades and tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, where Iranian-linked tankers have reportedly bypassed sanctions.

Sofia University has rejected accusations of antisemitism, declaring itself the target of a "defamatory and discrediting campaign" and accusing the Israeli ambassador of "gross interference in academic autonomy."

The Green Sanvi, an LPG tanker destined for Mumbai, has successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz, becoming the seventh India-bound vessel to do so amidst ongoing disruptions from the Iran war. New Delhi is actively working to secure its fuel supplies.

Thousands of U.S. troops have arrived in the Middle East as President Donald Trump considers capturing Iran's 'forbidden island,' with experts now warning that seizing Kharg Island would risk American lives and may not end the Iran war.

A Kuwaiti crude oil tanker was attacked and set ablaze off the coast of Dubai, causing damage to its hull and prompting warnings of a potential oil spill. Kuwait has attributed the incident to Iran, though no casualties were reported, with fears of an oil spill in surrounding waters.

Turkey has announced that its air defenses intercepted a ballistic missile fired from Iran over NATO skies, marking another near-miss incident and escalating the threat to the region.

A Russian tanker carrying crude oil has arrived in Cuba, marking the first delivery in nearly three months despite a US blockade, with Moscow vowing to provide further supplies. Former President Trump stated he has 'no problem' with the Russian oil tanker bringing relief to Cuba.

US President Donald Trump has reiterated his desire to 'take the oil in Iran,' specifically mentioning the possibility of US forces seizing Kharg Island, a crucial hub for Iranian oil exports, a sentiment widely reported across various media outlets.

Global oil prices jumped above $115 a barrel and Asian stocks fell sharply as the US-Israel war with Iran escalates, following earlier surges after Yemeni Houthis attacked Israel and widened the conflict.

The Middle East conflict continues to fuel inflation and impact global economies, leading to growing doubt among UK shoppers and prompting governments like India and Albania to implement measures such as export duties, reduced excise taxes, and price board meetings to stabilize fuel prices. Spanish families are also saving more amidst rising inflation, while European fund managers advise on investment strategies to mitigate risks.

US President Donald Trump has extended the pause on military strikes against Iran's energy infrastructure until April 6, citing positive negotiation progress. This decision, amid renewed Mideast tensions, has caused global markets to react, with oil prices falling and Seoul and Tokyo stocks opening sharply lower.

Iran is fortifying Kharg Island with missiles and air defenses in preparation for a possible US invasion, while analysts discuss potential US assault scenarios on the island and Tehran threatens to disrupt the Bab al-Mandeb Strait. Reports indicate Iran is preparing mines, missiles, and traps to fend off a potential US invasion of the vital oil hub.

Iran has rejected a US ceasefire proposal and dismissed claims of ongoing negotiations, dampening hopes for de-escalation, though markets like the S&P 500 still reacted positively to initial hopes for peace talks, with oil prices falling.

International oil prices, including Brent crude, have surged as markets process news related to the Iran war, specifically reacting to US strikes on Iran's crucial Kharg Island.

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Iran's remarks came amid social media posts raising questions about the whereabouts of Benjamin Netanyahu.

Iran has permitted two Indian-flagged LPG carriers and other Indian vessels to cross the Strait of Hormuz, following diplomatic discussions and confirming a rare exception to the blockade.

Iran has rejected US President Trump's warnings about the safety of its team at the World Cup, with the team labeling the US as unfit to host the tournament. This follows Iran's shock announcement of its refusal to participate in the 2026 World Cup, escalating the geopolitical dispute into the realm of global athletics.