Iran's IRGC has created a brand new maritime authority requiring all ships to file a 'Vessel Information Declaration' before transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Here's what this means for global oil markets, tanker operators, and energy prices worldwide.

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On May 1, six armed IRGC fighters tried to infiltrate Kuwait's Bubiyan Island. One Kuwaiti soldier was injured, four Iranians were captured, and two escaped. It's the most significant Iran-Gulf border incident in years — and it's barely made headlines.

Kuwait vs. Iran: The border incident nobody is talking about

While the world watches Iran's standoff in the Strait of Hormuz, a brutal internal crackdown is intensifying. Women face mass arrests, political prisoners are being executed, and families of the dead are being silenced. Here's what's happening inside Iran.

Inside Iran's crackdown at home: Women arrested, protesters executed amid the war

A Bahrain-led UN resolution demanding freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz has won backing from 112 countries — but Iran has dismissed it. With global oil supplies at stake and US-Iran tensions still simmering, the world is watching what comes next.

112 nations signed a UN resolution on Hormuz, Iran ignored it! What happens next?

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Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran—threatening to strike its power plants and critical energy infrastructure if tensions continue to escalate.

Reports suggest the U.S. could target electricity grids, oil facilities, and desalination plants, raising serious concerns about civilian impact and long-term damage to Iran’s economy.

But the big question remains: Can Iran sustain such an assault?
Despite mounting pressure, Tehran has shown resilience through retaliatory strikes, regional alliances, and strategic control over key routes like the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump Threatens To Hit Iran's Power Plants: Can Tehran Sustain?

Pakistan is set to host a high-level quadrilateral meeting with Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt next week, as diplomatic efforts intensify to address the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. A senior official from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Pakistan) confirmed on Saturday (March 28) that the talks will take place on Monday (March 30), with delegations expected to arrive in Pakistan by Sunday evening. The exact level of representation from each country, however, is yet to be finalised.&nbsp;The meeting underscores Pakistan’s growing diplomatic role as a mediator in the region. Islamabad has increasingly positioned itself as a key intermediary between Iran and the US, facilitating backchannel communications as the conflict continues.Pakistan’s strategic importance stems from its longstanding ties with Tehran and its close relationships with Gulf nations. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and army chief Asim Munir are also understood to have developed a working rapport with US President Donald Trump, further enhancing Islamabad’s leverage.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Looking forward to welcoming my brother Foreign Ministers of Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt to Islamabad.<a href="https://twitter.com/FaisalbinFarhan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FaisalbinFarhan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/HakanFidan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@HakanFidan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MfaEgypt?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mfaEgypt</a> <a href="https://t.co/3LLsJyUobv">pic.twitter.com/3LLsJyUobv</a>&mdash; Ishaq Dar (@MIshaqDar50) <a href="https://twitter.com/MIshaqDar50/status/2037803935424241973?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-drink-pomegranate-juice-to-hit-tel-aviv-more-accurately-iran-drops-another-ai-fun-post-mocking-israel-watch-1774683783392">'Drink pomegranate juice to hit Tel Aviv more accurately': Iran mocks Israel with AI 'fun post' — WATCH</a>&nbsp;The talks were initially planned to be held in Turkey, but were shifted to Pakistan due to logistical considerations. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Ankara agreed to relocate the meeting as Pakistani officials needed to remain in the country. He indicated that foreign ministers from the four nations are expected to participate.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-continues-to-harbour-terror-groups-against-india-warns-us-congressional-report-1774675752155">Pakistan continues to harbour terror groups against India, warns US report</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul suggested that a direct meeting between the US and Iran could take place in Pakistan “very soon,” though he did not disclose further details.&nbsp;While Tehran has publicly denied holding formal negotiations with Washington, reports indicate that Iran has conveyed its response to a 15-point peace proposal from Trump via Islamabad, highlighting Pakistan’s behind-the-scenes diplomatic engagement.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Sharif said he held a one-hour phone call with the Iranian President, Masoud Pezeshkian, on the regional hostilities and peace efforts.&nbsp;

Pakistan will host Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt on March 30 to mediate the Iran conflict, leveraging its unique ties with Tehran, Washington, and Gulf allies to facilitate peace.

Pakistan is set to host a high-level quadrilateral meeting with Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt next week, as diplomatic efforts intensify to address the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. A senior official from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Pakistan) confirmed on Saturday (March 28) that the talks will take place on Monday (March 30), with delegations expected to arrive in Pakistan by Sunday evening. The exact level of representation from each country, however, is yet to be finalised. The meeting underscores Pakistan’s growing diplomatic role as a mediator in the region. Islamabad has increasingly positioned itself as a key intermediary between Iran and the US, facilitating backchannel communications as the conflict continues. Pakistan’s strategic importance stems from its longstanding ties with Tehran and its close relationships with Gulf nations. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and army chief Asim Munir are also understood to have developed a working rapport with US President Donald Trump, further enhancing Islamabad’s leverage.

Pakistan will host Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt on March 30 to mediate the Iran conflict, leveraging its unique ties with Tehran, Washington, and Gulf allies to facilitate peace.

Pakistan to host quadrilateral meeting with Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt on Iran war

The shadow war in the Gulf has turned into a direct, lethal confrontation. On Friday (Mar 27), a wave of Iranian ballistic missiles struck Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, wounding ten American service members and damaging several critical US refuelling aircraft. Two American service members were very seriously hurt, while the other eight sustained serious injuries in the attack. Unmanned aerial vehicles, or drones, were involved in the attack too, according to US and Saudi officials familiar with the strike. Open-source imagery and data circulating online have since confirmed the hit, reports the Wall Street Journal. The Pentagon, however, has yet to comment on the attack on the American air base.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irgc-warns-ras-al-khaimah-residents-to-evacuate-why-is-iran-threatening-uae-and-what-happens-next-1774064112660">IRGC warns Ras Al-Khaimah residents to evacuate — why is Iran threatening UAE and what happens next?</a><h2>US war toll continues to rise</h2>It isn't the first time the base has taken a hit. A previous attack damaged five refuelling aircraft. Saudi Arabia's Defence Ministry separately confirmed that a ballistic missile targeting its capital, Riyadh, was intercepted and destroyed mid-flight before reaching the capital.&nbsp;Talking to CBS News, a spokesperson for US Central Command said that more than 300 American troops have been injured in the ongoing US–Iran conflict, with the majority already back on duty. In addition, 13 US service members have been killed during the operations so far.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/big-relief-for-indian-consumers-petrol-excise-slashed-to-3-diesel-duty-cut-to-zero-as-oil-prices-bite-amid-iran-war-1774580655511">India cuts petrol and diesel taxes — but prices for consumers to stay the same. Here's what FM Sitharaman said</a>Watch a video of the Iranian attack here:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Satellite imagery appears to confirm a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker has been destroyed and several others possibly damaged, as a result of an Iranian attack earlier today, utilizing ballistic missiles and drones, against Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia. Image… <a href="https://t.co/o7x32UjUOb">pic.twitter.com/o7x32UjUOb</a>&mdash; OSINTdefender (@sentdefender) <a href="https://twitter.com/sentdefender/status/2037585627244290376?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 27, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

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Has Iran directly struck a US air base in Saudi Arabia? Reports say ballistic missiles hit Prince Sultan Air Base, wounding American personnel and damaging aircraft. With drones also involved, tensions appear to be escalating fast.

What exactly happened and what comes next? Scroll down.

The shadow war in the Gulf has turned into a direct, lethal confrontation. On Friday (Mar 27), a wave of Iranian ballistic missiles struck Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, wounding ten American service members and damaging several critical US refuelling aircraft. Two American service members were very seriously hurt, while the other eight sustained serious injuries in the attack. Unmanned aerial vehicles, or drones, were involved in the attack too, according to US and Saudi officials familiar with the strike. Open-source imagery and data circulating online have since confirmed the hit, reports the Wall Street Journal. The Pentagon, however, has yet to comment on the attack on the American air base. Also read | IRGC warns Ras Al-Khaimah residents to evacuate — why is Iran threatening UAE and what happens next? US war toll continues to rise It isn't the first time the base has taken a hit. A previous attack damaged five refuelling aircraft. Saudi Arabia's Defence Ministry separately confirmed that a ballistic missile targeting its capital, Riyadh, was intercepted and destroyed mid-flight before reaching the capital. Talking to CBS News, a spokesperson for US Central Command said that more than 300 American troops have been injured in the ongoing US–Iran conflict, with the majority already back on duty. In addition, 13 US service members have been killed during the operations so far. Also read | India cuts petrol and diesel taxes — but prices for consumers to stay the same. Here's what FM Sitharaman said Watch a video of the Iranian attack here:

Has Iran directly struck a US air base in Saudi Arabia? Reports say ballistic missiles hit Prince Sultan Air Base, wounding American personnel and damaging aircraft. With drones also involved, tensions appear to be escalating fast.What exactly happened and what comes next? Scroll down.

Iranian missiles and drones strike Prince Sultan Air Base in major Saudi Arabia escalation; 10 US soldiers wounded | Watch

The Israeli military on Friday confirmed that it struck a uranium processing site in Yazd, central Iran, after the Islamic Republic’s atomic energy organisation said US-Israeli strikes hit the facility. “A short while ago, the Israeli Air Force... struck a uranium extraction plant located in Yazd, central Iran,” the military said in a statement, describing the site as a “unique facility in Iran used for the production of raw materials required for the uranium enrichment process.”The IDF confirmed bombing the yellowcake production plant near the central Iranian city of Yazd, saying it came as part of the ongoing efforts against Iran’s nuclear programme.The Israeli military describes the site as a “uranium extraction facility.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🎯 STRUCK: Arak Heavy Water Plant in Central Iran—A Key Plutonium Production Site for Nuclear Weapons The IDF will not allow the Iranian regime to continue advancing its nuclear weapons program, which poses an existential threat to Israel and the entire world. <a href="https://t.co/wdFQ03TQZr">pic.twitter.com/wdFQ03TQZr</a>&mdash; Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) <a href="https://twitter.com/IDF/status/2037576599730524319?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 27, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-stop-attacks-on-civilians-says-g7-commits-to-securing-strait-of-hormuz-1774629605321">‘Stop attacks on civilians,’ says G7, commits to securing Strait of Hormuz</a> “This facility is the only one of its kind in Iran, where raw materials mined from the ground undergo mechanical and chemical processing so that they can later be used as precursor materials for uranium enrichment,” the IDF said, adding that it is a “highly important process for the nuclear weapons programme advanced by the regime.”The military said the strikes hit the “central infrastructure used in the site’s unique production processes.” Iranian media reported earlier that the Ardakan yellowcake production plant was hit in strikes.Yellowcake is a uranium concentrate in powder form that is produced by mining the uranium ore from rocks and separating the uranium from the rocks by washing them in acid. The yellowcake can then be converted, enriched to raise its purity, and then used for weapons or energy production. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-signs-air-defence-deal-with-saudi-arabia-offering-drone-expertise-1774615347801">Ukraine signs air defence deal with Saudi Arabia, offers its drone expertise</a> The Israeli military also confirmed that it had struck a heavy water plant in Arak, central Iran, after Iranian media said US-Israeli strikes hit the Khondab complex. “A short while ago, the Israeli Air Force... struck the heavy water plant in Arak, central Iran,” the military said in a statement, describing the site as a “key plutonium production site for nuclear weapons.” <h2>Two nuclear facilities attacked, admits Iran</h2> Iranian state media earlier said that two nuclear-related facilities have been attacked in Iran, but there has been no release of radioactive material.The Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) said in a statement on Telegram that the Khondab heavy water complex in north west Iran was attacked by US-Israeli forces, but there were no casualties. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-situation-dynamic-petrol-diesel-prices-to-be-reviewed-every-15-days-says-govt-1774609798246">‘Situation dynamic’: Petrol, diesel prices to be reviewed every 15 days, says govt</a> “The Khondab Heavy Water Complex was targeted in two stages by aggression from the American and Zionist enemy,” said Fars news agency, citing Hassan Ghamari, an official in the central Markazi province. A second strike hit the Yellowcake production facility in Ardakan, Yazd, with authorities reporting no release of radioactive material beyond the site, according to IRGC-affiliated news agency Fars News. The Iranian atomic energy organisation said, “The plant in Ardakan, located in Yazd Province, was targeted minutes ago in an attack by the American-Zionist enemy,” it said on its Telegram channel, adding the attack “did not result in the release of any radioactive material.”

Iranian media reported earlier that the Ardakan yellowcake production plant was hit in US-Israeli strikes. The Israeli military also confirmed that it had struck a heavy water plant in Arak, central Iran, after Iranian media said US-Israeli strikes hit the Khondab complex.

The Israeli military on Friday confirmed that it struck a uranium processing site in Yazd, central Iran, after the Islamic Republic’s atomic energy organisation said US-Israeli strikes hit the facility. “A short while ago, the Israeli Air Force... struck a uranium extraction plant located in Yazd, central Iran,” the military said in a statement, describing the site as a “unique facility in Iran used for the production of raw materials required for the uranium enrichment process.” The IDF confirmed bombing the yellowcake production plant near the central Iranian city of Yazd, saying it came as part of the ongoing efforts against Iran’s nuclear programme. The Israeli military describes the site as a “uranium extraction facility.”

Iranian media reported earlier that the Ardakan yellowcake production plant was hit in US-Israeli strikes. The Israeli military also confirmed that it had struck a heavy water plant in Arak, central Iran, after Iranian media said US-Israeli strikes hit the Khondab complex.

Israel confirms strikes on uranium processing facility in Iran’s Yazd, heavy water plant in Arak

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday (March 27) said American military operations in Iran are expected to conclude at an appropriate time and will not stretch for months, adding that Washington can achieve its objectives without a ground invasion.&nbsp;“When we are done with them here in the next couple of weeks, they will be weaker than they have been in recent history,” Rubio told reporters in Paris after G7 talks.&nbsp;The top US diplomat was in Paris to participate in the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Summit, where he came under intense pressure from Washington’s allies over rising crude prices due to the war in West Asia. The conflict was triggered by a joint US-Israeli bombing campaign against Iran aimed at targeting Tehran’s nuclear and missile capabilities.&nbsp;In retaliation, Iran targeted US bases across the region and effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, which accounts for nearly 20 per cent of global crude oil and gas shipments. This has led to a sharp rise in oil prices and forced countries to take emergency measures to address the emerging energy crisis.&nbsp;Rubio asserted that Washington has made progress with allies in countering Iranian threats, including discussions on “tolling” vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. He emphasised that the world must have a plan to deal with Tehran’s actions.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-stop-attacks-on-civilians-says-g7-commits-to-securing-strait-of-hormuz-1774629605321">‘Stop attacks on civilians,’ says G7, commits to securing Strait of Hormuz</a>&nbsp;“Not only is this illegal, but it’s also unacceptable, it’s dangerous to the world, and it’s important that the world has a plan to confront it,” he said.&nbsp;Rubio claimed that while Iran has yet to formally respond to proposals aimed at ending the conflict, it has sent “messages” indicating some interest in diplomacy.&nbsp;“We haven’t gotten it yet,” he said, adding, “We’ve had an exchange of messages and indications from the Iranian system, whatever is left of it, about a willingness to talk about certain things.”&nbsp;These remarks came as Donald Trump announced a pause in the “energy plant destruction” phase of military operations from Friday until April 6. Trump said talks with Iran were progressing well and described the 10-day extension as a gesture of goodwill.&nbsp;Amid growing criticism of Israel over settler violence, Rubio stated that he expects Israel to take action against extremist settlers in the West Bank targeting Palestinians.“I think you’ll see the government there do something about it,” Rubio added.

The top US diplomat was in Paris to participate in the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Summit, where he came under intense pressure from Washington’s allies over rising crude prices due to the war in West Asia.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday (March 27) said American military operations in Iran are expected to conclude at an appropriate time and will not stretch for months, adding that Washington can achieve its objectives without a ground invasion. “When we are done with them here in the next couple of weeks, they will be weaker than they have been in recent history,” Rubio told reporters in Paris after G7 talks. The top US diplomat was in Paris to participate in the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Summit, where he came under intense pressure from Washington’s allies over rising crude prices due to the war in West Asia. The conflict was triggered by a joint US-Israeli bombing campaign against Iran aimed at targeting Tehran’s nuclear and missile capabilities. In retaliation, Iran targeted US bases across the region and effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, which accounts for nearly 20 per cent of global crude oil and gas shipments. This has led to a sharp rise in oil prices and forced countries to take emergency measures to address the emerging energy crisis. Rubio asserted that Washington has made progress with allies in countering Iranian threats, including discussions on “tolling” vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. He emphasised that the world must have a plan to deal with Tehran’s actions. Also Read: ‘Stop attacks on civilians,’ says G7, commits to securing Strait of Hormuz “Not only is this illegal, but it’s also unacceptable, it’s dangerous to the world, and it’s important that the world has a plan to confront it,” he said. Rubio claimed that while Iran has yet to formally respond to proposals aimed at ending the conflict, it has sent “messages” indicating some interest in diplomacy. “We haven’t gotten it yet,” he said, adding, “We’ve had an exchange of messages and indications from the Iranian system, whatever is left of it, about a willingness to talk about certain things.” These remarks came as Donald Trump announced a pause in the “energy plant destruction” phase of military operations from Friday until April 6. Trump said talks with Iran were progressing well and described the 10-day extension as a gesture of goodwill. Amid growing criticism of Israel over settler violence, Rubio stated that he expects Israel to take action against extremist settlers in the West Bank targeting Palestinians. “I think you’ll see the government there do something about it,” Rubio added.

The top US diplomat was in Paris to participate in the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Summit, where he came under intense pressure from Washington’s allies over rising crude prices due to the war in West Asia.

'Iran war will conclude in weeks': Rubio says US can achieve objectives without ground troops

The foreign ministers of the G7 group of nations have called for an immediate cessation to attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure in the ongoing Iran war and committed to securing the Strait of Hormuz. In a joint statement issued on the second day of the G7 meeting in France, the foreign ministers said they had underscored the importance of minimising the impact of the conflict on civilian populations, critical infrastructure, and regional partners.&nbsp;“We focused on the value of diverse partnerships, coordination, and supporting initiatives, including to mitigate global economic shocks such as disruptions to economic, energy, fertilizer, and commercial supply chains, which have direct impacts on our citizens,” the ministers said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-signs-air-defence-deal-with-saudi-arabia-offering-drone-expertise-1774615347801">Ukraine signs air defence deal with Saudi Arabia, offers its drone expertise</a>&nbsp;France’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, said the G7 remains “exceptionally committed” to minimising the impact of the war in Iran.The group of the world’s seven largest so-called “advanced” economies called for an “immediate cessation of attacks on civilian infrastructure and civilians,” he said.After the meeting with his counterparts in Vaux-de-Cernay, northern France, he said nothing permits the attacks, and civilians need to be clearly protected.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-situation-dynamic-petrol-diesel-prices-to-be-reviewed-every-15-days-says-govt-1774609798246">‘Situation dynamic’: Petrol, diesel prices to be reviewed every 15 days, says govt</a>&nbsp;The foreign ministers also reiterated the need to restore safe and toll-free freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, a key sticking point in the war.&nbsp;Barrot added that the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio agreed to brief the EU’s Council of Foreign Affairs and to work together to find a solution to resolve the impasse in the Strait of Hormuz.&nbsp;The G7 members are the United States, Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, and Japan, along with the European Union.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mamata-snaps-up-fuel-shortage-issue-says-lpg-produced-in-bengal-should-not-be-sent-outside-1774623922037">Mamata snaps up fuel shortage issue, says LPG produced in Bengal should not be sent outside</a><h2>EU energy ministers to hold video call on impact of Iran war</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, European Union countries’ energy ministers will hold an extraordinary video call on Tuesday on the impact of the Iran war on European energy security of supply, said a spokesperson for Cyprus’ EU presidency.Cyprus holds the EU’s rotating presidency and chairs meetings of EU countries.

The group of the world’s seven largest so-called “advanced” economies called for an immediate cessation of attacks on civilian infrastructure and civilians. The foreign ministers reiterated the need to restore safe and toll-free freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

The foreign ministers of the G7 group of nations have called for an immediate cessation to attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure in the ongoing Iran war and committed to securing the Strait of Hormuz. In a joint statement issued on the second day of the G7 meeting in France, the foreign ministers said they had underscored the importance of minimising the impact of the conflict on civilian populations, critical infrastructure, and regional partners. “We focused on the value of diverse partnerships, coordination, and supporting initiatives, including to mitigate global economic shocks such as disruptions to economic, energy, fertilizer, and commercial supply chains, which have direct impacts on our citizens,” the ministers said. Also Read: Ukraine signs air defence deal with Saudi Arabia, offers its drone expertise France’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, said the G7 remains “exceptionally committed” to minimising the impact of the war in Iran. The group of the world’s seven largest so-called “advanced” economies called for an “immediate cessation of attacks on civilian infrastructure and civilians,” he said. After the meeting with his counterparts in Vaux-de-Cernay, northern France, he said nothing permits the attacks, and civilians need to be clearly protected. Also Read: ‘Situation dynamic’: Petrol, diesel prices to be reviewed every 15 days, says govt The foreign ministers also reiterated the need to restore safe and toll-free freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, a key sticking point in the war. Barrot added that the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio agreed to brief the EU’s Council of Foreign Affairs and to work together to find a solution to resolve the impasse in the Strait of Hormuz. The G7 members are the United States, Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, and Japan, along with the European Union. Also Read: Mamata snaps up fuel shortage issue, says LPG produced in Bengal should not be sent outside EU energy ministers to hold video call on impact of Iran war Meanwhile, European Union countries’ energy ministers will hold an extraordinary video call on Tuesday on the impact of the Iran war on European energy security of supply, said a spokesperson for Cyprus’ EU presidency. Cyprus holds the EU’s rotating presidency and chairs meetings of EU countries.

The group of the world’s seven largest so-called “advanced” economies called for an immediate cessation of attacks on civilian infrastructure and civilians. The foreign ministers reiterated the need to restore safe and toll-free freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

‘Stop attacks on civilians,’ says G7, commits to securing Strait of Hormuz

The campaign, known as Operation Epic Fury, has targeted more than 10,000 Iranian military sites since February 28. According to Central Command, about 92 per cent of Iran’s large naval vessels have been sunk. 

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IDF accused Iran of firing cluster munitions at a densely populated area in Israel to maximise civilian harm, calling it a war crime. Cluster bombs release multiple submunitions over wide areas, often leaving unexploded ‘duds’ that pose long-term risks to civilians. Know more about it.

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