Tensions have escalated into direct military confrontation after Washington launched new airstrikes on Iranian targets, prompting Tehran to retaliate with missile and drone attacks on US facilities in Iraq, Jordan, and Kuwait. The rapid exchange of fire marks a significant de-escalation failure in the region.
Iran launched attacks on US military bases in Jordan and Bahrain, with an explosion reported in Bahrain. These actions follow earlier US strikes near Hormuz and further escalate tensions in the region.
The Trump administration is reportedly pushing through over $23 billion in weapons sales to the UAE, Kuwait, and Jordan, bypassing congressional approval for some deals and never submitting others for review.
Iran has reportedly launched drone attacks on US military bases in Kuwait and Jordan, following a new wave of American strikes. Explosions were heard and air defenses activated in Tehran amid the escalating tensions.
Donald Trump stated that the United States would take control of the Strait of Hormuz and charge a 20% fee for all cargo transit. He suggested the US would act as a 'guardian angel' for the strait and be compensated for its security efforts.
Donald Trump has extended the deadline for pausing strikes on Iran's energy sites until April 6, stating that talks were going 'very well,' leading to a slight decline in global oil prices in early Asian trading.