The escalation came after the IDF launched airstrikes on petrochemical facilities in southwest Iran. The Israeli military said the Air Force targeted several sites within the Mahshahr petrochemical complex, adding that further details about the operation would be released at a later stage.

Iran retaliates against Israel's Petrochemical strikes, targets Haifa: IRGC

The US has been putting pressure on Israel to hold off on its attacks in Lebanon, allowing Washington a space for a regional deal with Iran. In response, Israel has sought to separate the two military fronts.

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Israel's military said it detected a missile launch from Yemen and activated air defense systems to intercept the threat. The incident comes amid renewed Iran-Israel hostilities. While the Houthis have not claimed responsibility

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Kittleson, an experienced freelancer for Al-Monitor and Foreign Policy, was abducted in broad daylight on Saadoun Street in central Baghdad on March 31.

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian vowed to sacrifice himself for the country and said Iranians are prepared to defend it.

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Tehran claimed that Trump seeks to "drag the region into endless war," and characterised the threat as “direct and public incitement to terrorise civilians and clear evidence of intent to commit war crimes.”

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Ilahi further underlined that the responsibility to end the conflict lies squarely with the United States and Israel, which initiated hostilities on February 28. He condemned both nations for targeting civilian infrastructure, including hospitals, schools and residential areas.

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Trump also said he had granted amnesty to Iranian negotiators to ensure talks could continue, though Tehran offered no immediate response. He said previously that Washington was in contact with Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf.

'Good chance of Iran deal Monday': Trump threatens to 'blow everything up' if talks fail

Iranian drones struck Kuwaiti power, water, and oil facilities, causing significant damage but no casualties. Kuwait’s air defenses intercepted attacks over its airspace. The strikes, part of Iran’s retaliation for US-Israeli operations, have targeted key Gulf infrastructure

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The development comes as Israel has ramped up its offensive against Iranian proxies in the region, including Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza, since the start of the conflict with Iran on February 28.

‘Urgent warning’: Israeli army orders evacuation near Syria–Lebanon crossing ahead of strikes

The US-Iran-Israel war intensifies as Tehran retaliates, allies like Houthis and Hezbollah join in, and Hormuz faces disruption. While Trump signals talks, indirect US-Iran contacts and Pakistan-led mediation offer hope amid rising regional and global tensions.

US-Iran-Israel war highlights: Trump says US will be out of Iran pretty quickly, could return for ‘spot hits’

The White House raised concerns with Israel over restricted access to Jerusalem holy sites during Holy Week. PM Benjamin Netanyahu later allowed entry, amid criticism from the EU and the Catholic Church.

Netanyahu reopened Jerusalem religious sites for Church leaders after US intervention? Leavitt confirms

Has Iran just escalated the war at sea? A fully loaded  Kuwaiti oil tanker was set ablaze near Dubai, raising fears of a major spill and wider disruption to global shipping.

How serious is this attack? Scroll down to read more.

Gulf tensions explode as Iran hits, sets ablaze Kuwaiti oil tanker Al-Salmi near Dubai | Watch video

The USS Tripoli cost Rs 28,000 crore to build and carries an air wing worth an additional $3 billion. Deployed to the Middle East with 3,500 troops, operating this massive amphibious assault ship costs millions of dollars every single day.


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Netanyahu allowed the Latin Patriarch access to Jerusalem’s Church of the Holy Sepulchre after police barred him on Palm Sunday, sparking global outrage. Israel cited Iran-linked security threats, while the EU and Catholic Church condemned the move as a violation of religious freedom.

'Iran has repeatedly targeted...': Netanyahu allows Catholic leaders to pray at Jerusalem after backlash

Following reports of an Iranian missile and drone barrage that injured 12 US personnel, IRIB circulated a mock bulletin on Sunday (March 29) claiming the damage was caused by a “clogged drain pipe from the aircraft’s kitchen dishwasher” rather than a missile strike.

‘Damage to E‑3 AWACS aircraft caused by a clogged kitchen pipe’: Iran trolls US CENTCOM, Trump

These statements come as several reports, including one from The Washington Post, indicate that the Pentagon has developed detailed plans for targeted ground operations in Iran, marking a significant shift in the conflict that began on February 28.

'Our men are waiting for arrival of American soldiers': Iran accuses US of plotting ground attack despite diplomacy

The Pentagon is preparing for possible limited ground operations in Iran as U.S. troop presence grows, though Donald Trump has not made a final call. Plans may include raids and coastal strikes amid rising risks, casualties, and political divisions.

Strait of Hormuz raids, Kharg Island seizure: One month into war, US eyes ground ops in Iran | Details here

Donald Trump claimed Mohammed bin Salman was “kissing my a**” while describing US-Saudi ties, later praising him as “smart.” Remarks come amid the Iran war, with reports of private Saudi support for escalation despite public calls for peace.

'Kissing my a**': Trump mocks Saudi's 'very regular kind of guy' MBS in blunt remarks

Despite heavy strikes under Operation Epic Fury, the United States Central Command has failed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran’s asymmetric tactics stall global oil flows. Donald Trump now faces rising pressure amid troop deployments and falling approval.

Straits of Hormuz highlights limits of America’s military power

US-Israel-Iran war highlights | Iran envoy ‘refuses’ to leave Lebanon despite expulsion

Iran-backed Houthis launched fresh missile and drone attacks on Israel, escalating the West Asia conflict. With Red Sea shipping under threat and Hormuz disruptions, regional tensions rise as US-Iran backchannel talks and Pakistan-led mediation efforts continue.

Houthis launch second missile attack on Israel as Yemeni group joins Iran-Israel-US war

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the Strait of Hormuz remains open for friendly nations like India despite the war, while blocking adversaries. Iran signalled conditional openness to talks but warned it will continue targeting US interests.

Iran allows India to use Strait of Hormuz amid energy crisis — Check 4 other countries on the list

The US–Iran–Israel war, ongoing for nearly a month, began on February 28. The killing of Ali Khamenei escalated the conflict, prompting Iranian retaliation. Diplomatic efforts led by Donald Trump have stalled, with Iran demanding security guarantees before talks. 

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