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Former President Trump has threatened to bomb Oman if it interferes with US actions in the Strait of Hormuz, reiterating his stance on controlling the vital waterway. This comes amidst heightened tensions and threats from Iran to go on the offensive in the Strait if diplomatic efforts with the US fail.
The United States conducted its seventh consecutive night of airstrikes on Iran, targeting underground weapons storage facilities and reportedly killing three people. This comes as Iran threatens a "full-scale offensive" and claims to have halted four oil tankers and struck two with mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a claim the US denies.
Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson stated that Iran would not fulfill its MoU commitments unless the US does, while the Iran Revolutionary Guards claimed strikes against Bahrain and Oman, destroying radar systems and targeting US military facilities. This indicates a potential escalation of tensions and a reevaluation of diplomatic agreements.
Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi rebels have threatened to block Israeli shipping in the Red Sea, declaring a 'total ban' on Israeli vessels. This move raises concerns about potential disruptions to global oil markets and widens the scope of regional conflict.
Reports indicate that the United States and Iran have reached a framework agreement for a 60-day ceasefire, potentially involving the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, but the deal is awaiting final approval from President Trump. While some sources confirm a memorandum of understanding, Tehran has denied the reports, and traders remain skeptical about a broader nuclear deal this year.
The US military is reportedly preparing new target lists for Iran amid possible escalation, while Iranian officials offer conflicting statements on the likelihood of renewed war and potential deals with the US.
An Israeli minister is facing widespread international condemnation and calls for sanctions after sharing a video humiliating foreign activists from a Gaza flotilla. The activists, including a Danish national, were subsequently deported from Israel.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have issued a warning of potential war extending beyond the Middle East, as US President Trump reiterates his threats.
The US military engaged Iranian forces in the Strait of Hormuz, reportedly sinking several Iranian boats and downing missiles and drones, in an effort to reopen the strategic waterway and protect commercial shipping. This action followed alleged Iranian attacks on vessels, leading to heightened tensions and diplomatic responses.
The video shows speedboats with Iranian flags approaching the vessels, after which soldiers wearing face masks climb the ships, donning rifles.
Stock-market futures were down Sunday evening, suggesting investors were bracing for a sharp drop in major indexes after weekend talks between the U.S. and Iran failed to open the Strait of Hormuz and led President Donald Trump to announce a blockade of the crucial waterway.
"The Revolutionary Guards once again declare that if the American terrorist army crosses the red lines, our response will go beyond the region," the statement said. The post Iran Guards threaten to deprive US, allies of oil and gas ‘for years’ appeared first on Vanguard News.
Presidenti amerikan Donald Trump po mban një konferencë për shtyp në Shtëpinë e Bardhë ku ka vlerësuar shpëtimin shumë historik të dy ushtarakëve amerikanë që u nxorën nga një avion F-15 në Iran.
Iran Guards say preparing plan for new order in Strait of Hormuz - Region - World Ahram Online
Iran has vowed 'crushing' attacks on the US following threats from Donald Trump, with the Iran Guards specifically threatening to hit US universities in the Middle East.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has reiterated its warning to US tech firms, explicitly listing 18 companies including Apple, Google, and Meta as targets for 'reciprocal action' starting tomorrow. This follows previous threats against leading American technology companies, which Iran claims are complicit in alleged Israeli-US intelligence-backed strikes.
Iran has claimed responsibility for attacks against major industrial sites in the Gulf, specifically Bahrain and UAE aluminium plants, stating they were retaliation for US-Israeli attacks. A series of explosions were also reported in Tehran as the conflict continues to escalate.
The US president has extended a deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz and paused energy strikes for 10 days, with Trump stating talks are 'going very well' as US Vice President J.D. Vance takes a forefront role in US efforts to broker Iran peace; analysis suggests Trump's 'mysterious peace negotiations' do not promise a quick end to the war, and experts explain his strategy of playing for time with new ultimatums and troop deployments.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have claimed responsibility for attacks targeting Israeli and US forces in the Persian Gulf, with reports detailing specific waves of advanced missile and drone strikes against US and Israeli assets.
Iran's Guards have threatened heavy missile fire on Israel, as Iran and Israel continue to trade strikes despite President Trump's insistence that negotiations are happening 'right now'.
Iran Guards vow to 'pursue and kill' Israeli premier Netanyahu The Daily Star
The Guards said the base was being used to equip "F-35 and F-16 fighter jets and is the storage place for fuel tankers"
A rifle-wielding man, identified as a Lebanese immigrant who lost relatives in an Israeli strike in Lebanon, attacked a Detroit-area synagogue and was killed in a shootout. Police operations were underway following the gunfire exchange.
Israel has urged the UN Security Council to designate Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization, citing its aggressive actions as a threat to regional and international peace.
Iran Guards say will block oil exports as long as war continues Arab News
According to Iranian authorities, a strike had hit a girls' elementary school on Saturday in Minab county in the south of the country, killing more than 150 people including students. The post Why we targeted US base in UAE – Iran Guards appeared first on Vanguard News.
Iran targets US site in Kuwait, denies attack on Azerbaijan Naharnet
Iran's Revolutionary Guards targeted a United States air base in Bahrain, the Islamic republic's elite force said in a statement carried on Tuesday by the official IRNA news agency.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard announced that they attacked the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier with four ballistic missiles, according to Iranian state media.
President Trump indicated the US would rely on economic pressure against Iran, while Iran linked the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to US concessions on several demands, signaling a shift in US strategy away from immediate military confrontation.
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.
Oil tankers successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz despite threats from Iran's Revolutionary Guards, who warned against unauthorized crossings. This highlights ongoing tensions regarding maritime passage in the critical waterway.
The United States and Iran launched mutual attacks despite ongoing ceasefire efforts, with the US striking Iranian military sites and Tehran responding by targeting an air base. This escalation occurred as peace initiatives faltered in the Middle East.
The United States launched new attacks on Iranian targets near Hormuz, which Iran retaliated by striking an American military base. This exchange of attacks occurred after the US rejected reports of a Hormuz agreement and imposed additional sanctions on Iran.
Iran has condemned new US strikes as a 'gross violation' of the ceasefire, accusing the US of bad faith during ongoing negotiations. Iran is also seeking the unblocking of $24 billion in frozen assets as part of a potential deal.
Iran has issued a strong warning, stating that any new US attacks could lead to a war that expands beyond the Middle East region. This comes amidst renewed tensions and past statements regarding potential military action.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has repeatedly warned that any new US aggression would expand the conflict beyond the Middle East, threatening to spread war far beyond the region and leave it in ruins.
President Trump announced that the U.S. would help free or escort ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz. This initiative comes amid ongoing discussions and a fragile ceasefire in the region, against a backdrop of broader tensions with Iran.
Iranian forces fired upon and seized two commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, significantly escalating tensions in the vital shipping lane. The incident occurred amidst a fragile ceasefire and drew international reactions.
Iran Guards warn will respond beyond region if US 'crosses red lines' Naharnet
President Trump issued a stark warning to Iran on Monday, stating the country could be 'eliminated' in a single night, possibly Tuesday, as a deadline for the Strait of Hormuz loomed. During the same press conference, Trump detailed a high-risk pilot rescue mission and threatened a journalist over leaked information.
Today's Iran war news: Trump goes even more crazy as the F-15 rescue looks more like the tip of the iceberg of a big botched mission.
The ongoing Iran war is impacting global financial policy and fundamentally changing Israeli politics, economy, and society, with accusations of war crimes against the US and Israel, while Iran reportedly beefs up its defenses and recruits children in preparation for a ground war.
France and Italy have pushed back against some US-Israeli military operations, as US President Donald Trump criticized NATO allies in Europe for being unhelpful in the month-long war in Iran, highlighting growing transatlantic tensions.
The Israeli army has announced that it struck Tehran University, which it claims is run by the Iran Guards.
Iran has announced it will ease and expedite humanitarian aid passage through the Strait of Hormuz, and its foreign minister confirmed that Indian-flagged vessels and tankers, along with those from other 'friendly nations' like China, Iraq, Pakistan, and Russia, are permitted passage on a case-by-case basis.
Donald Trump has extended a deadline for a strike threat by 10 days and paused attacks on Iran’s energy sector, giving Iranians ten more days to open the Strait of Hormuz, leading to a fall in oil prices. Meanwhile, Israel reportedly assassinated Iranian regime leaders involved in the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
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.
Reports indicate that Iran's Revolutionary Guards are commanding Hezbollah operations in Lebanon, according to statements from Salam.
Iran's remarks came amid social media posts raising questions about the whereabouts of Benjamin Netanyahu.
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.
Iran Guards vow ‘stronger’ response than in January if new protests erupt The Straits Times
US says its firepower will ‘surge dramatically’ and IDF warns of ‘surprises ahead’, as Iran launches retaliatory strikes Middle East crisis – live updates Israel and the US have bombarded Iran and…
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced it has targeted what it calls 'separatist groups' in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, following reports of Iranian Kurdish forces preparing units for deployment inside Iran.
The Lebanese government has issued a ban on all activities by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps within Lebanon, signaling a significant policy shift.
Rabat – The death toll in Iran has climbed to 1,045 after five days of joint US-Israeli attacks, according to Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency.
"The office of the criminal prime minister of the Zionist regime and the headquarters of the regime's air force commander were targeted," the Guards said in a statement carried by Fars news agency. The post Iran Guards say targeted Israel PM Netanyahu’s office appeared first on Vanguard News.
Israel’s emergency service Magen David Adom reported on February 28, that an Iranian missile strike injured 21 people in the area of Tel Aviv, including one person in critical condition.
The United States has lifted sanctions on Fly Baghdad, an Iraqi airline previously accused of supporting Iran's Revolutionary Guards. This move comes amidst ongoing discussions and shifting US foreign policy regarding Iran and other global actors.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have claimed to have targeted facilities of the US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain and issued warnings regarding energy routes.
Ahmad Vahidi serves as a deputy commander in the IRGC, one of the most powerful military organisations in Iran.
Human rights groups report that Iran's Revolutionary Guards killed two Kurds who were in hiding following recent protests.
During a cabinet meeting, President Trump appeared to threaten Oman, a US ally, with military action, stating he would 'blow up' the country. The comments were made in an apparent confusion regarding control over the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing discussions with Iran.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei warned that countries in the region would no longer serve as shields for US military bases, implying that American forces would not have safe havens in the Middle East. This statement comes amid ongoing tensions and discussions regarding regional security and a potential deal involving asset release.
Iran has issued a stern warning that any resumption of US attacks would lead to a war that would spread "far beyond the region." Iranian officials stated that their devastating strikes would crush any aggressors.
The United States imposed new sanctions on Cuba, targeting officials and the intelligence service, significantly increasing pressure on Havana. In response, Cuba warned of a potential "bloodbath" if the US were to launch a military attack, highlighting escalating tensions between the two nations.
Donald Trump has rejected Iran's latest negotiation proposal as unacceptable. This development coincides with Senator Marco Rubio's scheduled meeting with Pope Francis in the Vatican, reportedly amidst a diplomatic standoff involving Trump and Iran.
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have reportedly killed several Palestinians, with various sources indicating between six and eleven fatalities, including multiple children and a toddler. Civil defense and health officials confirmed the casualties from the strikes.
Iran: The Revolutionary Guard threatens to deprive the US and its allies of oil 'for years' if they violate 'red lines'
Israel launched an attack on Iran's largest petrochemical complex, identified by some reports as the South Pars facility. The Israeli Defense Minister confirmed the strike, stating the complex accounts for approximately half of Iran's petrochemical production.
Iranul și-a formulat pozițiile și cererile ca răspuns la recentele propuneri de încetare a focului transmise prin intermediari, a declarat luni un purtător de cuvânt al Ministerului Afacerilor…
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps has launched a campaign aimed at recruiting children as young as 12 for the “defence of the homeland,” raising concerns from rights groups about life-threatening risks.
China and Pakistan have jointly proposed a five-point peace plan for the Middle East, urging a ceasefire after a month-long war, as Iran's Revolutionary Guards continue to issue warnings against US companies like Apple, Google, and Meta, citing retaliation for 'targeted assassinations' of Iranian leaders.
Iran's parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, has issued strong warnings against a potential US ground invasion, vowing never to accept 'humiliation' as the Pentagon reportedly prepares ground force options and more American marines arrive in the region, even as diplomatic efforts are claimed.
Iran-linked hackers have publicly claimed responsibility for breaching the personal email of FBI Director Kash Patel, publishing photographs, a resume, and other personal documents. A Justice Department official has confirmed the breach, which has been widely reported by international media, with the Handala hack team specifically claiming responsibility for the attack on Friday.
Iran Guards urge civilians to leave areas near US forces in region Naharnet
Israel has claimed that Iranian naval commander Alireza Tangsiri was killed in a strike, with reports confirming the claim.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have announced the arrest of 10 individuals described as 'foreign spies,' with four reportedly gathering intelligence on sensitive sites and economic infrastructure.
Iran Guards vow to ‘pursue and kill’ Israeli premier Netanyahu Arab News
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.
Iran's Guards said that the operation was carried out under the code name "Labbaik Ya Khamenei," and 4 missiles were fired targeting Tel Aviv and US bases.
The potential economic impact of the US-Israel-Iran war on Bangladesh is being compared to an earthquake, with concerns about how the conflict could affect the wallets of villagers and the broader economy.
The New York Times newspaper reported on March 5, that U.S. military statements indicating forces were attacking naval targets near the Strait of Hormuz, where a Revolutionary Guards' base is located, "suggest they were most likely to have carried out the strike"
The Lebanese government has issued a ban on all activities by Iran's Revolutionary Guards within its territory.
Ships sailing through the Strait of Hormuz risk being hit by missiles, reports Iran's Revolutionary Guard.
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard declares that their latest missile attack targeted the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the headquarters of the commander of the Israeli Air Force.